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Library DRAFT Strategic Plan <br /> 2013-2016 <br /> Presented September 12, 2013 <br /> For Board discussion and feedback, in preparation of proposed adoption at next <br /> available Board meeting <br /> Plan Overview <br /> • Purpose: <br /> - To set the direction of and inform future library planning in a <br /> higher-level framework <br /> • Time Frame: <br /> - Fall 2013 through July 2016 <br /> • Evaluation: <br /> - Peer library comparisons using state and national data <br /> - Surveys and feedback from staff and community <br /> - Full evaluation to be completed for commencement of future <br /> planning in 2016 <br /> Building on Our Strengths <br /> Community Needs Assessment results commended the library in four areas: <br /> Staff Funding Facilities Programming <br /> FY 2012-13 OCPL Statistics <br /> ■ Operational Budget: $1,790,445 (an increase of 14% since 2010) <br /> ■ Circulation: 444,261 items borrowed (an increase of 64% since 2010) <br /> ■ Registered Customers: 29,573 (an increase of 9% since 2010) <br /> ■ Annual Programming Attendance: 8,746 residents (an increase of 13% since <br /> 2010) <br /> ■ Annual Number of Library Visitors: 198,240 (an increase of 12% since 2010) <br /> - Aligning the Plan with Community Priorities <br /> Aligning the Plan with Community Priorities <br /> OCPL Strategic Priorities <br /> 1. Collections and Materials <br /> 2. Community Connections <br /> 3. Services and Community Space <br /> 4. Technology Tools and Training Library <br /> Guiding Principles <br /> Vision <br /> ■ We empower people by providing a place and a face to explore, enjoy, and <br /> engage. <br /> Mission <br /> ■ The Orange County Public Library aims to be the heart of the community by: <br /> - being a welcoming gathering place for all <br /> - having a clear focus on the future and responding with creativity and <br /> innovation <br /> - offering relevant services, programs, collections and technologies <br /> - serving the entire community through collaborative efforts with <br /> organizations, educational institutions, and town and County <br /> governments <br /> - providing free and equal access to the resources and materials <br /> community members need to be informed and engaged <br />