Mission, Board, Policies, and More
Library System Overview
About Us: Mission, Vision, and Funding
The Calcasieu Parish Public Library welcomes all
with convenient access to high-quality and innovative collections, resources, and services that enrich lives and create connections in our community.
The Calcasieu Parish Public Library is your
connection to community, learning, literacy,
and enjoying life.
Operations are funded through a dedicated
ad valorem property tax renewed every 10 years.
Quick Links: Library Board, Employment, Plans, History, and Policies
Find links to the library board, branch locations, job openings, annual reports, and system history. Use our Library Savings Calculator to see how much you're saving, stay informed through our monthly newsletter with updates and highlights, and share your questions or suggestions via our feedback form. We're here to help you get the most out of your library experience!
Library Board of Control
View board members, meeting schedules, agendas, and minutes.
Locations
View library branch hours, contact info, and maps.
Employment
View job openings and library benefits.
Policies
View library policies such as code of conduct, privacy, social media, etc.
Strategic Plan
View the 2025-2029 goals and strategies.
Annual Report
A comprehensive look at the library’s achievements, growth, and impact over the past year.
History of CPPL
Explore the story of the library.
Library Southwest Consortia
Learn more about the nonprofit network that supports libraries.
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury
Access the official site of the Police Jury.
Explore Your Library: Value, News, and Connections
Library Savings Calculator
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Questions or Feedback
Library Core Values
Service
We recognize differences and provide impartial and non-judgmental access to all. We are responsive to community needs, and we go the extra mile to deliver the best possible service.
Community
We feel like family. The library is a safe and welcoming place that celebrates diversity and opens its doors to everyone. We support, trust, and empower each other and our communities, and we share, create, and preserve their stories.
Respect
We practice compassion and tolerance in our actions and attitudes. We listen with an open mind, and treat all patrons and staff fairly and sincerely.
Adaptability
We're open to innovative ideas and bold opportunities. We know what our community needs, and we embrace change to meet their needs. As the library continually evolves, we welcome opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Ethics and Integrity
We share a strong sense of personal and moral values. We take responsibility for the stewardship of the materials, spaces, and resources with which we are entrusted. Patrons and staff can count on us to be honest, transparent, and keep our commitments.
Teamwork
We work together, drawing on one another's strengths and going outside our comfort zones, to achieve common goals. We always make sure to share the load. We cooperate with one another, maintain open lines of communication, and rely on one another to lend a helping hand.