Strategic Plan Community Survey 2023
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1.
What is your age range?
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18 or under
19-30
31-40
41-50
51-70
71 or above
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2.
Are the library's hours compatible with your schedule?
(Required.)
Yes
No
If no, what times work for you?
3.
Why do you use the library? (select top 3)
Meeting Space
Computers/Wi-FI
Socialize
Education
Programs
Research/genealogy
Borrow material
I do not use the library
4.
If you do not regularly visit the library, why not?
Not enough time
Too far away
Do not have transportation
I buy my books/magazines/DVDs
Loan periods are not long enough
Wait times for materials are too long
It is too hard to find materials
Programs are not of interest
The fee is too expensive for residents from non-supporting towns
Other (please specify)
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5.
How do you hear about library happenings? (select top 3)
(Required.)
Facebook
Library website
In-library flyers/calendar
Library newsletter
The Ellsworth American
Radio/tv
Other (please specify)
6.
In the next 3 years what improvements are the most important to you? (select top 3)
Programs for youth
Programs for adults
More physical materials
More downloadable materials
Increased gathering spaces
Increased study spaces
Other (please specify)
7.
What type of adult programs would you like the library to offer? (select top 5)
Arts/crafts
Author visits
Book groups
Concerts/music
Finance
Games
Gardening
Genealogy
Health education
History
Local speakers on current topics of interest
Movement (tai chi/yoga)
Support groups
Technology classes
Other (please specify)
8.
What type of youth programs would you like the library to offer? (select top 5)
Arts/crafts
Author visits
Book groups
Children's concerts/music
Games (D&D, chess, etc.)
Homeschool
Preschool activities
STEM
Storytime
Teen activities
Other (please specify)
9.
If the library were able to add services or materials within the next 3 years, which would add value to you or your family?
Career assistance
Curriculum related resources for homeschooling
Creative space and/or materials in the library to create
Increased home bound book delivery
Library of things (learning activities, small appliances, tools, craft supplies)
Library store to purchase local products, books, library merchandise
Small business support services
Software to use at the library (music, video, graphic design)
Technology tools for loan (tablets, hotspots)
Other (please specify)