RCPL Strategic Plan Goals: 2006

1. Provide comfortable furnishings that encourage relaxation and quiet recreational reading;

· Incorporate into Quiet Zones Plan 2005 - 06

2. Provide internet access in reading and study areas;

· Incorporate into Quiet Zone Plan - 2005 - 06

3. Create quiet zones for research and study;

· Funding recommendations - 2006

4. Provide library materials in popular formats (DVDs, computer resources, etc.);

· Maintain funding according to standards. - 2006 Budget

5. Provide library materials to homebound patrons;

· Obtain and implement usage of library vehicle for homebound delivery service - 2006

· Evaluate and set participation goals based on community interest and staffing availability - 2006-2007

6. Provide internet access in reading and study areas;

· Incorporate into Quiet Zones Plan 2005 - 06

7. Select popular materials that reflect community interest;

· Assess use of the collection using new integrated library system - 2006

8. Provide comfortable furnishings that encourage relaxation and quiet recreational reading;

· Incorporate into Quiet Zones Plan 2005 – 06

9. Provide signs with user-friendly language;

· Funding recommendations - 2006

10. Develop a central point of access for city historical archives by working with other community agencies;

· RFP for research assessment, planning, and funding sources - 2006

11. Expand availability of reference and reader’s advisory services to 24 hours per day/ 7 days per week;

· Assess public need and interest. Initiate collaborative task force with State Library and other libraries to research staff support and cost benefit - 2006

12. Assist patron in choosing new authors and materials to enjoy.

· Enhance online RA resources to allow for web access by patrons 24/7 - 2006

13. Work with other agencies to teach patrons of all ages how to find resources to improve their education and job skills.

· Foster key contacts with agencies to develop information literacy presentations business community - 200