GOAL 1: INCREASE USE ACROSS THE COMMUNITY
Strategies:- Explore options for implementing new book drops and/or locker systems at remote locations
- Investigate development of a mobile van service, focused on technology, for visits to sports sites, schools, senior centers, town halls, etc.
- In partnership, continue expansion of outreach service to schools and teachers
- Further develop digital and social media materials and outreach (i.e., digitizing local history materials, offering podcasts of programs, etc.)
GOAL 2: IMPROVE THE LIBRARY AS A DESTINATION
Strategies:- Rework the media wall to open up the first floor
- Enrich the physical environment throughout the Library with refreshed furnishings, designated nursing spaces, re-energized teen and children’s space, and other attractive amenities
- Consider alternative uses of the new children’s programming space for other activities when not in use by children’s services
- Continue to advance plans for enhanced garden and outdoor spaces surrounding the Library
GOAL 3: ENHANCE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Strategies:- Further sharpen current program offerings, and ensure appropriate scheduling, with a renewed attention on commuters, empty-nesters, the 20 to 30 age group, and men
- Advance learning and tutoring options for all ages, such as a volunteer-based homework helper service, additional post-secondary certificate opportunities, and technology and trades training activities
- Continue to work with the local homeschool community to provide needed resources and services
- Ensure that the Library continues to offer and promote its up-to-date technology, as well as related training and assistance
GOAL 4: ADVANCE AWARENESS OF THE LIBRARY THROUGH MARKETING AND PROMOTION
Strategies:- Increase the reach of social media to promote the Library
- Work with partner organizations and businesses to further cross-promote events and services
- Strengthen and promote community-wide messages to improve the community, and increase use and support of the Library
GOAL 5: INCREASE AND DEVELOP RESOURCES
Strategies:- Continue to build community-wide collaborations and partnerships
- Explore options to develop, or share with another organization, a staff position in fundraising and resource development
- Develop volunteer advisory groups, or short-term task forces, to develop new resources for marketing, events, and fundraising
- Create and actively promote a planned giving program
- Work with the Friends to maximize their financial support and to assist the group with connections to new volunteers, especially teens