The Orcas Island Library District guides its actions according to the following core service values:
- Equity of access and services for all members of the community with respect to:
- Hours of operation that meet library users' schedules
- Free services whenever possible
- Accessible facilities, collections, and technologies
- Assistance from staff
- Outreach to people with varying language and physical needs
- Appropriate services to all demographic groups
- Adequate space for all library users
- Intellectual freedom relating to:
- Free and open access to all forms of information and self-expression
- Protection for the right to read and explore without interference and monitoring
- Meeting the need for an informed electorate
- Diversity of representation in library collections and services
- Learning support for:
- The development of young readers
- All community members seeking to strengthen their skills in reading and information seeking
- Lifelong learning in all fields of exploration
