Strategic Plan - Access

ACCESS: Connect community members to needed information and resources.

 

Increase discoverability and access to Library information

  • Improve ease of access to library catalog and online resources
  • Identify opportunities for effective high-level directional signage
  • Increase outreach at local events
  • Enhance online readers’ advisory through personalized reading lists and updated website content and resources
  • Target marketing to specific communities to increase use of library resources among underserved communities
    • Active marketing to ISU and schools
    • Active marketing to multi-lingual community
    • Create new resident packets

 

Provide access to information and online resources patrons need to make informed decisions

  • Develop an adaptable and flexible process to increase digital access and offerings based on changing community needs
  • Expand computer/technology assistance to reflect community needs
  • Develop media literacy programming

 

Serve community partners as a hub for information and coordination as a trusted community resource

  • Identify stakeholders and service providers
  • Convene community resource fairs
  • Convene community groups like educators, social services, etc.
  • Connect childcare providers with training and resources
  • Host relevant information sessions in coordination with CoA Planning & Housing