05.01 Pequot Lakes Community Library's Strategic Plan

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Strategic Plan of the Pequot Lakes Community Library: 2019-2021 Executive Summary During 2018-1019, at the request of the Library Board, a 10-month strategic planning process was held for the library. It included participation by community members,library volunteers and boazd members, and city staff. This document is the result of that process. Mission of the Pequot Lakes Community LiUraiy The following mission statement is adopted: The Pequot Lakes Corrtmunity Library will support lifelong learning, recreational opportunities, and the strengthening of our community. Service Goals The following goals are established for the library. These goals provide the framework that guides decisions about the activities of library staff(volunteer and paid), as well as prioriries for facilities updates and the acquisition of print and electronic resources for the collection. Service Goa11: Library Volunteers Library volunteer staff will access training, documentation, and succession planning to ensure their comfort and success. Service Goa12: Public Space Community members and visitors of all ages will access an appealing public space with the amenities and technology needed to accommodate large and small group gatherings, including videoconferencing. Service Goa13: Literacy—Children and Youth Children and youth will access materials,services, and programming that promote reading enjoyment and support literacy. Service Goa14: Literacy—Adults Returning to the Workforce Adults seeking to return to the workforce or change careers will access materials,services, and programming that support the development of skills. Service Goa15: Information Literacy Community members will access materials,services, and programming that improve their ability to find, evaluate,and use information effectively. Page 1 of 9