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Public Computing Centers & Your Community!
High Plains Library District PCC Kick Off Presentation
January 19, 2011
Welcome
• Introductions • Today’s goals:– understand what a public computing center is and
why you were invited– be aware of the funding source (BTOP)– understand next steps and timeline as we move
forward– get your questions answered regarding the PCC
opportunity
Agenda• 9:00 Welcome - Janine Reid, Executive Director, HPLD• 9:10 Goals of the project - Sharon Morris, Director, Library
Development, Colorado State Library • 9:30 US Impact Study: Opportunity for All - Janine Reid• 9:50 Break• 10:00
– Overview - Janine Reid– Timeline & responsibilities - Rita Kadavy– Awareness campaign - Kelli Johnson– About the setup - Susan Staples
• 11:00 Questions• 11:45 Scheduling - Gail Craig• 12:00 Lunch
Sharon Morris, Director, Library Development
History of grant idea development Overview of grant
Project goals Measurements and evaluation
Key Findings and Highlights from the U.S. Impact Study research, released 3/25/10 Conducted by the University of Washington, sponsored by the Institute for Museum and Library Services
and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Opportunity for All: How the American Public Benefits from Internet Access at U.S. Libraries
Case studies: 4 libraries; 280 interviewsTelephone survey: 2,045 users & 1,131non-usersWeb survey: 401 libraries; 44,881 completed surveys
Data Collection Coverage
Library Users and Public Library Internet Users
245 Million
169 Million
77 Million
U.S. Population Age 14 and Older
Library Visitors 69% of population
Public Library Internet Users32% of population
45% of library visitors
Public Library Internet Use by Age
Availability of Alternative Access to the Internet
22% of users rely on the public library as their sole source for computer and Internet resources
78% have regular access at home, school, or work.
I have also used the library for purchasing things online when I
wasn't sure about the security of my own
computer.
When I'm at home my brother is always
hovering over me trying to get at the computer
even when there's another one in the
other room.
When I first moved, I was unable to get Internet connection at my home, so I used my local library's
Internet for about 2 weeks.
I use the library computer when my computer lets me
down.
I love "Google Earth" and can only access it at the library! My laptop at home (with a dial-up connection) doesn't
have enough processing power to run it properly.
The Importance of Public Library Internet Access
Q: What do people accomplish with library computers?
I print things since I don't have a printer, look up #s, maps, recipes,
look at the weather, use Better Business Bureau website, book
hotels, make travel plans, purchase flight &/or bus tickets, etc.,
compare products, find out more info about products, manage my blockbuster online account, keep track of movies, learn about more
ways to be green, etc., listen to radio & watch music videos with
headphones, etc.
A: Just about everything!
I use it to visit the Fiction L lists to get ideas on books I might want to read. I often use Microsoft Word to compose and print. I've used it to look up criminal records and property assessments. I've used it to research travel, read arts reviews, and print out articles. The library Internet connection is like a card catalog used to be--one thing leads to another.
How do People Use Library Internet Connections?
Entrepreneurship
Managing finances
Community engagement
Government and legal
Health and wellness
Employment
Education
Social connection
7%
25%
33%
34%
37%
40%
42%
60%
Percent of all users
Are
a of
use
r acti
vity
Education
42% of users engaged in educational activities
Apply for a program
Apply for financial aid
Take online class
Learn about programs
Do homework
14%
16%
24%
37%
37%
All education users
40% of users engaged in employment activities
3.7 million people got hired after using library computers to submit applications
Employment
Receive job-related training
Work on a resume
Research job-related information
Search for job opportunity
25%
47%
61%
76%
All employment users
37% of users engaged in health & wellness activities
11.4 million people changed their exercise habits after using library computers to learn about fitness
Health & Wellness
Find a support group
Find information on health insurance
Find information about a health care provider
Learn about fitness or exercise
Learn about medication
Learn about a medical procedure
Learn about diet
Learn about illness
17%
29%
36%
45%
51%
54%
57%
83%
All health users
And More!!!
34% of users looked for Government & Legal information
33% of users engaged in Community or Political activities
25% of users conducted Financial activities
We used the Internet to develop a working donor list to provide funding for
an international problem solving
competition.
For immigration, there is a whole family that we’re helping. There
were online forms that they had to fill out, but
they didn’t speak English that well so we had to get visa renewal
forms for them.
I remember after the tornado in Windsor, we had people on computers in the libraries in
Greeley trying to connect with their families..
I watched all the debates online
with the Greeley Tribune. It was so
convenient!
Sometimes I’ll do online bill payments for my computer, for
other credit cards, and I’ll check my bank balance. That’s
a normal day at the library.
Public Computing Centers throughout Weld County are intended to provide more, and more convenient, access to broadband and e-services.
HIGH PLAINS LIBRARY DISTRICT
Overview
• A PCC is…
• Established examples
• Selection criteria • Partnership
Project Resources (who does what)PCC Project Sponsor Authorizes project funds and resources, final
decision making authorityJanine Reid
Town Partner Sponsor Authorizes MOU and local community resources, identifies community project coordinator resource
To be named
Project Manager Organizes effort, assigned to manage the project to ensure success of overall effort
Rita Kadavy
Community project coordinator Works with PCC project manager on town specific details and needs
Town representative – to be determined
Public (and staff??) training Provides education/training services to the public. Coordinates and trains local town resources
HPLD to hire by February and State Resource? How do these two work together?
Project Technology Services Installs network services, computers and provides ongoing technical support
Susan Staples and HPLD IT Department
Project Public Information Provides advertising information and materials and coordinates with the Town on PCC advertisement
Kelli Johnson, the HPLD PIO with support from the State …..
Member library Provides support to HPLD and community partner in Member service area
Member Director
Supporting Contractors Pending facility wiring , electrical and other support needs
To be determined per discussions work with communities
Timeline: Important dates• Project schedule:
– January: • 1.19.2011 - Meeting of PCC Partners• 1.19.2011 - MOU distributed to partners
– February: Finalize PCC Details• 2.1.2011 - Email [email protected] to formalize an intent to participate• 2.14.11 - HPLD conclude meetings with Partners – final roles and responsibilities• 2.18.10 - Schedule resources for facilities work (electrical, furniture, etc.) (to be completed in
March)
– March: Prepare Facilities• 3.1.11 - Signed MOU’s returned to HPLD • 3.2 – 3.30.2011 Facilities work to be completed for power, data, electrical and furniture.• Some sites cannot be made ready in March. Adjust schedule for those that can’t be ready in March.
– April: Install Computer Services• 4.1 – 4.30.2011 - Computer services installation• 4.30.2011 - Initiate site advertisement
– May: Complete Staff Training• 5.30.2011 – Staff Training complete• 5.30.2011 – Initial Advertising complete
– June: PCC available for Use• TBD – PCC site ready for soft or more formal opening
• Understand roles and responsibilities: different for each site.
Installed at your SiteInternet
Network Cabinet
WEB FILTER
Available on the Computers• Filtered internet• Office Suite• Word• PowerPoint• Excel• Access
•Library online resources including• Hundreds of training clips • Online Consumer Reports • Resume services• Reserving meeting rooms• Laptop checkout• Calendar of Events
Questions to Expect
1. How do I access the computers?2. I cannot login to the computer.3. Can I print?4. Can I extend the time left on my computer?5. Can I reserve a computer in advance?6. I get a blocked message when accessing certain sites.7. Can I download iTunes (or other apps) on these
computers?8. Can you help me with my resume/with this
database/other library-related function?
And Finally…
Schedule the initial meeting to discuss :•site visits •roles and responsibilities •furniture •number of computers•finalizing the schedule
and…