Long Range Plan

LONG RANGE PLAN


(2018-2023)

Introduction

The Woodbury Public Library is committed to serving the residents of the Woodbury community by providing the resources and services for residents of all ages to learn, grow, and thrive. This plan outlines the current goals of the library to further its mission. The goals were developed with community, staff, and trustee input, specifically a patron survey from the summer of 2016 which was available in print at the Circulation Desk at both branches and in the Woodbury Gazette as well as on the library website, staff suggestions and knowledge, and trustee vision.

 

Mission Statement

The Woodbury Public Library provides a balanced collection of information in a variety of formats. Our resources serve the educational, cultural and recreational needs of the residents of Woodbury in a safe and respectful environment.

 

Goals

The goals have been broken down into three categories: Services, Access, and Facilities. Within each goal are the actions needed to work towards the goal within the five-year time frame. Progress will be evaluated every six months with check-ins on a more frequent basis as required.

 

Services

  1. Increase community awareness and outreach
    1. Develop a newsletter available in print and online
    2. Increase social media presence
    3. Increase staff time for outreach
    4. Create partnerships with community organizations
  2. Enhance current program offerings for all ages
    1. Increase staff time for programming
    2. Establish a balance of regularly scheduled and standalone program offerings
    3. Coordinate themes and series across age groups
    4. Increase intergenerational programming
  3. Improve and expand upon digital resources and technology
    1. Increase staff time for technology help and programs
    2. Increase library technology use in programs
    3. Evaluate the library’s digital offerings for use and relevance
    4. Create a long-term technology plan
  4. Encourage staff professional growth
    1. Establish a schedule of staff meetings that will incorporate professional development
    2. Offer opportunities for staff to attend workshops and training
    3. Create a system of evaluation for library staff

 

Access 

  1. Create an updated, visually appealing, easy-to-navigate website
    1. Increase staff created website content
    2. Develop active website content that encourages patron participation
  2. Evaluate library facilities and services for accessibility to all community members
    1. Review operating hours for community and program needs
    2. Evaluate collection placement and shelving for accessibility

Facilities

  1. Create a calendar of anticipated building maintenance
    1. Review existing service contracts
  2. Redesign floor plan to maximize use
    1. Incorporate forward-thinking, innovative design and display ideas