Library Receives TMLDA Achievement of Library Excellence Award

The Hillsboro City Library has received the 2024 Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association (TMLDA), an affiliate of the Texas Municipal League. To successfully receive the Achievement of Library Excellence Award, the applicant must exhibit excellence in each of ten categories:

1. Services to underserved populations through outreach, special programs, collaborations with other organizations, or special collections.

2. Innovative and effective marketing materials highlighting services and publicity about specific library programs.

3. Collaboration with community organizations.

4. Enhanced service to the public either through an increase in service or additional type of services.

5. Literacy support for all ages.

6. Digital inclusion through public internet access, digital literacy training, and online library services.

7. Workforce development support.

8. Cultural, topical, and educational programming for adults and families.

9. Professional training opportunities for staff at all levels.

10. Other services that support community that demonstrate how the library served the community with excellence during the past year.

The Hillsboro City Library demonstrated distinction with its many programs and services including their Activity Backpacks, Summer Reading Program, digital resources, 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program, and so much more.

Of the 542 public libraries in Texas, only 102 received this award in 2024.

Pictured above: (top row, l to r) Library Director Justin Dyer, board Secretary Sharon Fitch, board Vice President Ben Cowan, board member Judy Fowler, board member Charles Eaton, Assistant Library Director Russell Keelin; (bottom row, l to r) board member Dee Ann Dent, board President Roberta Skelton, board member Stephen Smith.