Objectives of the Society:
Provide a vehicle for the improvement of standards of service, the creation of benchmarks and best practice models.
Enable the development of joint ventures such as purchasing and common research.
Facilitate the contact and information exchange between the metropolitan public libraries.
Give opportunities for library managers to further develop their business management skills.
Raise the profile of libraries in the local government and business sector.
Strengthen the voice of member libraries and effectively lobby on their behalf.