The Atlantic Public Library has met the conditions for state accreditation from The State Library of Iowa. The Organization says achieving accreditation requires a significant, ongoing local, commitment to all areas of library operations including governance and funding, staffing, library collection, services, public relations, access and facilities. The accreditation is valid through  June 30th of 2023.

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

Of Iowa’s 542 public libraries, 377 are now accredited. 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 of the State Library’s accreditation program, and to view the Public Library Standards go to www.statelibraryofiowa.org/ld/a-b/accr-and-standards.

You can find out more information about the Atlantic Public Library at www.atlantic.lib.ia.us or by calling 243-5466. The library has resumed regular hours and most of its regular services.