Robey Memorial Library receives accreditation from the State Library of Iowa

The State Library of Iowa has announced that Robey Memorial Library in Waukon has met the conditions for state accreditation as outlined in “In Service to Iowa: Public Library Standards Sixth Edition.”

Achieving accreditation requires a significant, ongoing local commitment to high quality library services. Robey Memorial Library has been recognized for its efforts in all areas of library operations including governance and funding, staffing, library collection, services, public relations, access and facilities. The accreditation is valid through June 30, 2023.

“The director and board of trustees of Robey Memorial Library and the City of Waukon are to be commended for this achievement and their commitment to excellence in public library services for their community,” said State Librarian Michael Scott.

Of Iowa’s 542 public libraries, 377 - including Robey Memorial Library - are accredited. Iowa’s accredited public libraries are recognized for being responsive to their communities and for exhibiting excellence in their provision of library services. More than two-thirds of all Iowans have active public library cards.

Iowa libraries play key roles in workforce and economic development, lifelong learning and e-government activities. Iowans use their libraries to find jobs, do homework, locate a good book to read, research medical conditions, access government information, and more.

Accredited libraries receive a higher rate of compensation through the State Library’s Enrich Iowa program. They also receive a Certificate of Accreditation signed by Governor Kim Reynolds, Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg, State Librarian Michael Scott, and Iowa Commission of Libraries Chairperson Joe Lock.

For more information on the State Library’s accreditation program, and to view the Public Library Standards, go to www.statelibraryofiowa.org/ld/a-b/accr-and-standards.

Robey Memorial Library is an information center for Waukon and the surrounding area community with a mission to support and serve individuals of all ages by striving to provide current print and nonprint information and technology resources in order to enrich lives through lifelong learning. More information about programs and services can be found at www.waukon.lib.ia.us.

The State Library of Iowa actively champions libraries throughout the state of Iowa. Its two roles are improving library services in Iowa and delivering specialized information services to state government and to Iowans. More information can be found at www.StateLibraryofIowa.org.