Vision

To provide the citizens of Allegheny County with the premier library system in the Commonwealth.

Mission

ACLA, a federated library system, pursues, provides and promotes the highest quality public library service possible for all residents of Allegheny County through collaboration, cooperation and coordination.

Core Values

• Provides visionary leadership committed to excellence and innovation.
• Promotes ethical stewardship of resources.
• Supports member libraries through a free and open exchange of information and active collaboration.
• Respects diversity of member library opinions and community needs.