The Southern Adirondack Library System (SALS) is a cooperative public library system chartered by the New York State Board of Regents in 1958. It serves 34 public libraries in Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. SALS is one of 23 public library systems in New York State.
SALS is governed by a Board of Trustees composed of twelve representatives who are residents of the service area and elected by the trustees of SALS’ member libraries. Each member library of SALS is governed by its own Board of Trustees. Automated library services are provided to SALS’ member libraries through the Joint Automation Project, a collaboration with the Mohawk Valley Library System (MVLS).
Our Mission
The Southern Adirondack Library System provides leadership, effective and efficient services, continuing education and technology to support member library services to all the residents of Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington counties.
Our Vision
The Southern Adirondack Library System works with its member libraries to provide exceptional services to support thriving, resilient communities in Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington counties.
SALS operates under a 5-year Plan of Service (2022-2026) developed in partnership with its member libraries. In addition, SALS’ operations are guided by its Strategic Plan, which is guided by the Plan of Service.
Additional Plans:
Direct Access Plan (2022-2026) (.pdf)