West Case Branch Community Input Question Title Question Title * 1. What does your community need most to thrive? (pick to 5) Hang out space A place for my kids to play Access to books Access to technology (computers, printers, copiers, Wi-Fi, etc.) Reading help Social services Financial education / programming STEAM education / programming Meeting rooms Healthy living education / programming Somewhere for my teenage child to go after school and evenings A place to study / work A place to meet new people Other (please specify) Question Title * 2. What would make the West Case Park branch library most inviting and enticing to you, your family, your coworkers, or neighbors? (pick top 3) Space to gather with family or friends Drive up book drop 24 hour lockers for reserved materials Comfortable seating Indoor play structure Outdoor reading gardens Café where food and beverages can be purchased Sensory room for stimulation Low sensory room for retreat or quiet Meeting Room Individual rooms (e.g., study, telehealth, online meetings) Group study rooms After hours meeting room usage Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. A library in a park is a unique opportunity for indoor-outdoor learning, socializing, and play! What excites you most about a new branch library in the park? (pick top 3) Shade Wi-Fi Seating areas Community / learning gardens Native habitat / pollinator garden Educational displays / exhibits Interactive public art Outdoor play Story walk Other (please specify) Question Title * 4. 21st century libraries connect people to technologies, lend tools, and provide resources beyond print and digital books. What do you wish you had more access to? (pick top 2) Recording / green screen studio Demonstration / teaching kitchen Arts & crafts drop-in making Fabrication lab (e.g., 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, engraver, sublimation machine) Simulators (e.g., heavy equipment, forklift, flight) Virtual or Augmented Reality space Photography studio Other (please specify) Question Title * 5. Libraries support workforce training, careers skills, and job searches: what skills and programs does your community need to thrive and prosper? (pick top 2) Basic office software training Resume writing Industry partnership programs Job search workshops Upskilling programs Specialty computer programs (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling) Private room for online interviews Not needed Other (please specify) Question Title * 6. What potential library + community partnerships would benefit the community? (e.g., science museum, children’s museum, social services) Question Title * 7. What kinds of events or programs do you wish you could participate in, but don’t have access to (pick top 2)? Educational programs and discussion groups Arts, crafts and creative programs Socialization and recreation-focused activities Entertainment (movie screenings, gaming competitions, music performances) Hands-on programs with analog and digital fabrication Quiet, individual use of facility for personal, educational or professional reasons Other (please specify) Question Title * 8. What would make the community’s youth love this building? (pick top 3) Robotics programing Art & crafts programming (e.g., sewing, costume-making, screen-printing) Health and wellness programming Board games Interactive exhibits Places to hang out Specialty computer programs Outdoor play space Indoor play space Expanded Anime and Manga collections Teen anime club Video gaming Café with snacks and drinks Other (please specify) Question Title * 9. CML is here to serve everyone! Consider your interests, and others in our community: what types of places or things would support everyone’s sense of belonging? (pick top 5) Spaces that support conversation and collaboration Places and tools that support creating Places that are quiet and support focus Comfortable seating Children’s play and learning area Dedicated Tween space (7-12 year olds) Dedicated Teen space (13-19 year olds) Quiet adult areas Ample book collections Expanded digital collections Technology access for all ages Amenities that allow me to stay longer (e.g., wellness area, adult changing table, mother’s room, family center, prayer room) Collaborative learning area Co-working space with business technology (e.g., scanner, copier) Meeting rooms for small groups (2-6 people) Meeting rooms for medium groups (6-10 people) Large performance space to accommodate big crowds at events A place that makes me proud of my community Spaces that support neurodiversity (sensory room / amenities) Next