Fauquier County Public Library Five-Year Plan

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Fauquier County Public Library Long-Range Plan adopted 2008, updated 2011

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LONG-RANGE PLAN

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MISSION STATEMENTAn informed citizenry and free access to information are fundamental to

our democratic society. The Fauquier County Public Library, a basic

government service, provides resources and programs that seek to inform,

educate, enrich, and entertain every member of our community.

Adopted by the Fauquier County Public Library Board of Trustees:

December 2006.

VISION STATEMENTThe Fauquier County Public Library will provide excellent library service

with resources and programs that meet the needs of our changing community.


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VALUESTHE LIBRARY SUPPORTS INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM

The Fauquier County Public Library supports freedom of speech and the right of

residents to select the information appropriate for their needs. Access to

information from all library resources will be free, convenient, and confidential.

The Library is a forum for information and ideas in the community.

THE LIBRARY STRIVES TO PROVIDE EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE

Residents of Fauquier County should receive the best library service possible.

All patrons will receive friendly, courteous service. The library makes available

information, materials, and convenient and responsive programs. Libraryfacilities are inviting, comfortable, and safe.

THE LIBRARY VALUES A LITERATE COMMUNITY

Literacy is important to the successful functioning of a democratic society. The

Fauquier County Public Library promotes literacy through materials collections,

programs, services, and cooperative ventures with other community agencies.

THE LIBRARY PROVIDES A FOUNDATION FOR LIFE-LONG LEARNING

The Fauquier County Public Library is an essential source of knowledge for thecommunity, providing educational resources for all ages and pursuits. It

serves the community as a center for reliable information. Reading is vitally

important and can open doors as well as expand horizons throughout our

lives. The Library supports early reading readiness and lifelong learning.

THE LIBRARY FOSTERS A CLIMATE OF RESPECT AND TRUST

Patrons and staff are valued, supported, and respected. Mutual respect and

trust are honored both internally and externally.

THE FAUQUIER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY IS ACCOUNTABLE

The Fauquier County Public Library is accountable to the community and its

elected officials for the services provided.

THE LIBRARY FORMS STRONG PARTNERSHIPS


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The Fauquier County Public Librarys resources, involvement, and leadership in

the community are extended through partnerships with members of the

community, other County departments, businesses, institutions, and

organizations.


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INTRODUCTIONThe Fauquier County Public Library serves a population of approximately

65,000 people at three branches. The Warrenton (16,000 sq. ft.), the Bealeton(10,000 sq. ft.) and the John Marshall libraries (3,200 sq. ft.) receive

approximately 270,000 visitors a year and circulate roughly 458,000 items each

year. More than half of county residents have library cards.

Fauquier County is a growing and dynamic community, located 40 miles

southwest of Washington D.C. and influenced by the Capital-centered

megalopolis. The steady growth of the Fauquier community approximately 18

percent greater since the 2000 census has increased demands for library

service.The goals and strategies of the 2011-2012 plan are meant to focus the efforts

of the Library Board and staff as they continue to develop services and

resources that inform, educate, enrich, and entertain every member of the

Fauquier community. Action plans for each goal include measurable

benchmarks to determine if expected outcomes have been achieved.

GOALSThat residents of Fauquier County be aware that the library is a source ofcurrent and diverse resources and programs that seek to inform, educate,

enrich, and entertain.

That residents of Fauquier County have convenient access to safe and well-maintained facilities.

Thatresidents of Fauquier County have access to relevant resources andinnovative programs.

That residents of Fauquier County be assisted by a dedicated and well-trainedstaff.

Thatresidents of Fauquier County consider that the library is an efficient andwell-run organization.


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GOALS, STRATEGIES, OUTCOMESGOAL #1

That residents of Fauquier County be aware that the library is a source ofcurrent and diverse resources and programs that seek to inform, educate,enrich, and entertain.

Strategies Expected Outcomes1. Increase community awareness of

the library.

1. Increased use of all services.

2. Increase advocacy for the library

among key stakeholders (partners,

funders, elected officials, schools,

business community, etc.).

2. Key stakeholders become library

advocates.

3. Increase opportunities for staff to

be involved in marketing and public

relations.

3. Staff promotes the library

throughout the community.


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GOAL #2That residents of Fauquier County have convenient access to safe andwellmaintained libraries in suitable locations.

Strategies Expected Outcomes1. Restore hours of operation to

meet the needs of the individual

communities served.

1. Hours of operation are restored to

2009 level.

2. Provide well-maintained, easily

accessible, and safe library

facilities.

2. Facilities are clean, safe, well-lit and

easy to use.

3. Ensure that current facilities are

used efficiently and effectively.

3. There is optimal use of space,

systems, furnishings, and equipment

at all facilities.

4. Ensure multi-purpose spaces

available for community use.

4. Library is a community meeting place.

6. Continue to promote

construction of the New

Baltimore community library.

6. New Baltimore community library

remains in the Capital Improvement

Plan.

7. Review the future of the centrallibrary.

7. Plan completed for the central library.


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8. Develop a mission statement and

program of services for the

proposed historic resources

library.

8. Mission statement and program of

services is completed for an historic

resources library.

9. Evaluate the need to expand the

John Marshall branch library.

9. Study of the John Marshall branch

library completed.


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GOAL #3That residents of Fauquier County have access to relevant resources andinnovative programs.

Strategies Expected Outcomes1. Survey patrons about collections

and services.

1. Collections and services reflect the

needs of the community.

2. Monitor new formats for books and

other materials.

2. Emerging trends inform library

decision-making.

3. Expand patrons knowledge of and

access to library collections.

3. Patrons' reading interests and

information needs are satisfied.

4. Provide patrons with access to

online resources in an easy-to-

navigate virtual library.

4. Patrons find what they are looking

for on the library's web site.

5. Provide programs that are in

keeping with the library's mission,

collections, and services.

5. Programs offered inform, educate,

enrich, and entertain.


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GOAL #4That residents of Fauquier County be assisted by a dedicated and well-trained staff.

Strategies Expected Outcomes1. Continue the development of a

well-trained staff.

1. Patrons receive friendly, courteous,

knowledgeable service.

2. Restore staffing levels to meet

patron needs as county resources

allow.

2. Staff is sufficient to meet patron

needs.

3. Foster an atmosphere that

encourages staff ingenuity and

creativity.

3. Staff input is valued and respected.


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GOAL #5

That residents of Fauquier County consider that the library is an efficientand effective organization.

Strategies Expected Outcomes1. Develop annual operating and

capital improvement plans.

1. Funding is available for library

priorities.

2. Seek alternate sources of funding to

enhance library goals.

2. Funding for some special projects

comes from alternate sources of

funding.3. Develop benchmarks of key

performance measures.

3. Key performance measures are

used to evaluate and plan library

services.

4. Continue to review technology to

enhance service and improve library

operations.

4. Current technology is used

effectively.

5. Improve internal communication. 5. Staff is well-informed on library

activities.


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GOAL #6

That residents of Fauquier County consider that the library is responsive tocommunity needs and will collaborate with it to fulfill the librarys mission.

Strategies Expected Outcomes1. Within and outside the County, pursue

educational and cultural partnerships

to take advantage of program

resources.

1. Community partners support the

library.

2. Expand collaboration with business

community to support economic

growth within the context of historic

and traditional concerns about the

quality of life.

2. Business community views library

services and resources as essential.

3. Support the Friends of the Fauquier

Library.

3. Friends of the Fauquier Library is an

active, collaborative organization.

4. Seek to attract additional volunteers

with a variety of skills to supportlibrary programs.

4. The number of volunteers will grow.


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