WHO WE ARE
VISION
A literate, informed and fullfilled community.
VALUES
We focus on our customers and anticipate their needs. We value integrity, inclusion, learning and fun. We act with courage, respect, empathy and passion.
OBJECTIVES
We will increase literacy empowerment by preparing our youngest to learn to read and helping others learn to thrive in difficult times.
We will build community connections by connecting people as resources for each other, virtually and in person.
MISSION
We are dedicated to being the best public library for the communities we serve by providing outstanding and personalized service to everyone seeking access to the world of information and ideas.
OUR WHY
We believe we can turn every search for knowledge into a helpful adventure.
OUR STORIES
Real patrons on what Arapahoe Libraries has meant for them.
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
EXECUTIVE TEAM
OLI SANIDAS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
I can't think of anything better than working for an organization that is dedicated to empowering the community it serves. Every day, we dedicate ourselves to providing services that improve the lives of our patrons, ranging from small changes that make you smile to new opportunities that are life changing.
KIM COLLIE
DIRECTOR, PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE
The opportunity to work in the orbit of libraries is exhilarating. There seems to be no end to discovering the richness of human creativity, learning, kindness and compassion. As Carl T. Rowan said, "The library is the temple of learning, and learning has liberated more people than all the wars in history."
JILL CORRENTE
DIRECTOR, TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
Arapahoe Libraries provides stable, secure and up-to-date technology to ensure that patrons can access the information they need, while serving as a resource for the community to learn more about established and emerging technologies.
JENNIFER MAHIN
DIRECTOR, FINANCE
Libraries are an important part of a community and a valuable resource. Libraries give people opportunities to explore, experience new ideas and get lost in fantastic stories. I love working at the library because I get to support all the wonderful services that it provides.
JESSICA SIDENER
DIRECTOR, MARKETING & HUMAN RELATIONS
I love sharing with our community all of the hidden gems libraries have to offer. It is also so very rewarding to support the amazing Arapahoe Libraries team, their overall employment experience and, most importantly, their passions for serving our patrons.
LINDA SPEAS
DIRECTOR, LIBRARY OPERATIONS
It is a true privilege to be a part of creating community spaces where everyone feels welcome and valued and can get access to the information and resources they need to thrive in their lives. Whether it is learning to read, learning English, applying for a job or learning about a different viewpoint than your own, the library is here for everyone.
CORE VALUES
We have it, see it, cultivate it and celebrate it.
Building memories, bridging gaps and learning new things; this is a wondrous place to be.
We’re embracing all by bestowing deep respect upon everyone with whom we cross paths.
So we choose them wisely, using kindness to build each other up.
As Alexander Pope said, “To err is human; to forgive, divine.” We are not perfect people, but we aim to be accountable, gracious and humble ones.
Here, we come together to build a rock-solid team that achieves far more collectively than we ever could alone.
