The Department of Library and Recreation Services encourages the growth and development of a strong community by providing life-long learning opportunities, safe and welcoming spaces for community engagement and life skills support for persons of all ages and abilities.

One of the few combined Library and Recreation Services Departments in the state, the department provides a continuum of library, recreation and community services to inspire healthy living, a love of learning, and access to community information, programs and resources.

The Library Division provides services from a central facility open 7 days a week, and online services are available 24/7. The Recreation Services Division offers programs in arts, sports, fitness, and aquatics, as well as youth and family services. The Recreation Services Division also oversees facility rentals, the citywide Special Event Permitting process, produces the annual State of the City event and coordinates the Community Grant Program.

Department Organizational Chart

Select Services and Programs

• Operates the City’s Public Library
• Manages the City’s Community Centers
• Provides recreation classes and activities
• Handles City facilities’ reservations and rentals
• Provides staff support to the following Boards and Commissions:
  • Arts Commission
  • Board of Library Trustees
  • Parks and Recreation Commission

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