Our mission: Ensure CMPL is valued as an essential community service by focusing on the following strategic priorities:
1. Inspire life-long reading and learning
2. Grow young readers
3. Advance student success
4. Connect the community
The Clinton-Macomb Public Library (CMPL) is a district library serving a rapidly growing population of 185,000.
Formed in 1992, CMPL directly serves all of the residents of Macomb Township and most of Clinton Township, with the exception of the portion in the Mount Clemens School District, which is served by the Mount Clemens Public Library.
CMPL is a member of the Suburban Library Cooperative, encompassing 20 libraries in the cities and townships north of Metro Detroit.
Main Library Highlights
The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is proud of its Main Library located at 40900 Romeo Plank Road where Romeo Plank intersects with Canal. The Main Library had its grand opening on October 26, 2003 with over 3,000 visitors!
- 84,000 square feet; the largest library in Macomb County
- State-of-the-art self-sorting circulation system
- A puppet stage
- Children’s story time alcove
- Fireplace with casual seating
- Computer lab with Internet
- Local History Room
- Meeting rooms and private study areas
- Macomb Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped @ CMPL
- Café with a view of the sortation system
North Branch Highlights
Clinton-Macomb Public Library opened its North Branch in July 2001. Particularly notable for its striking modernistic architecture with neon lighting, this unique neighborhood branch provides numerous quality programs for children and adults and the latest books, DVDs, CDs, and more.
- 14,000 square feet; open architecture
- “Star studded” children’s area with a futuristic theme
- Young adult area with comfy seating for teens
- Cafe with hardwood floor and self-serve beverages
- 24-hour pick-up of library materials in lobby lockers
- Meeting rooms for library programs and community meetings
On March 31, 2017, the library announced its plan to construct a new North Branch on 25 Mile and Broughton in the heart of Macomb Township Town Center. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new building occurred in May 2019. The new location is slated to open in September 2021.
South Branch Highlights
The first South Branch location proudly opened its doors in August 2000 as the first branch of Clinton-Macomb Public Library. In June 2014, a remodeled version of the South Branch opened as a permanent point of service for southern end of the district.
- 20,000 square feet facility
- 26 public computer stations
- Distinct spaces for youth, teens, quiet study, and lounge/cafe.
- Meeting rooms for library programs and community meetings
