Mark Chase
Community & Public Services Director
(909) 395-2600 |
Helen Fisher
Library Director
(909) 395-2004 |
On November 15, 1885, a handful of settlers gathered in the parlor of the Ontario Hotel to discuss their need for a library. This informal meeting has been regarded as the founding of Ontario City Library. The City department was established in 1891.
A five member Library Board of Trustees, appointed by the City Council, makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the operation of the Library system.
Through membership in the Inland Library System, the resources of 18 local libraries as well as other networks are available to registered borrowers in person and through inter-library loan.
Library Board of Trustees
Nancy Bumstead - President
George Newberry - Vice President
Martina Rangel-Ortega - Secretary
Jared DuBois - Member
Helen Fisher - Library Director
May 2013 CANCELLED
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December 2012 CANCELLED
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Mission
We strengthen our community by creating and supporting lifelong reading, learning, and enjoyment.
Vision
The Ontario City Library is your place to connect to each other and the world—where you are inspired by our materials, innovative programs and services, and are delighted by our commitment to the community.
Values
We will provide the most community value if:
We are Committed to the Community:
- We provide equitable access to everyone.
- We respect the public’s right to intellectual freedom and to privacy.
We Achieve Excellence Through Teamwork:
- We provide opportunities for our staff to learn, grow, and work together to achieve excellence.
- We collaborate and partner to leverage resources.
We Do the Right Thing the Right Way:
- We are looking forward with optimism while honoring our past.
- We are accountable to the community, the City, and to each other to do the right thing the right way.
- We use appropriate technology as a tool to enhance our services and our productivity.
Friends of Ontario City Library
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