Your Voice, Your Library 2020

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* 1. How frequently do you visit the library?

Every Week

Every Month

2-3 times Monthly

3-6 times a Year

Less that 3 times Year

Never

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* 2. Please complete the statement below regardless of whether or not you regularly use the library.

Public libraries are:

essential to the quality of life in my community.

very important to the quality of life in my community.

somewhat important to the quality of life in my community.

not very important to the quality of life in my community.

not at all important to the quality of life in my community.

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* 3. Please rate how important the following services are to you.

	Not important	Slightly important	Moderately important	Very important	Extremely important
Children (6-12yrs) Literacy Programs and Services.	Children (6-12yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Not important	Children (6-12yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Slightly important	Children (6-12yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Moderately important	Children (6-12yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Very important	Children (6-12yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Extremely important
Office Supports (Print, Fax, Photocopy, Laminating, Disc. Repair, etc.).	Office Supports (Print, Fax, Photocopy, Laminating, Disc. Repair, etc.). Not important	Office Supports (Print, Fax, Photocopy, Laminating, Disc. Repair, etc.). Slightly important	Office Supports (Print, Fax, Photocopy, Laminating, Disc. Repair, etc.). Moderately important	Office Supports (Print, Fax, Photocopy, Laminating, Disc. Repair, etc.). Very important	Office Supports (Print, Fax, Photocopy, Laminating, Disc. Repair, etc.). Extremely important
Services for persons with developmental disabilities.	Services for persons with developmental disabilities. Not important	Services for persons with developmental disabilities. Slightly important	Services for persons with developmental disabilities. Moderately important	Services for persons with developmental disabilities. Very important	Services for persons with developmental disabilities. Extremely important
Workforce preparation and assistance.	Workforce preparation and assistance. Not important	Workforce preparation and assistance. Slightly important	Workforce preparation and assistance. Moderately important	Workforce preparation and assistance. Very important	Workforce preparation and assistance. Extremely important
Access to high speed internet and wifi with no unnecessary restrictions or fees.	Access to high speed internet and wifi with no unnecessary restrictions or fees. Not important	Access to high speed internet and wifi with no unnecessary restrictions or fees. Slightly important	Access to high speed internet and wifi with no unnecessary restrictions or fees. Moderately important	Access to high speed internet and wifi with no unnecessary restrictions or fees. Very important	Access to high speed internet and wifi with no unnecessary restrictions or fees. Extremely important
Teen (13-17 yrs) Literacy Programs and Services.	Teen (13-17 yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Not important	Teen (13-17 yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Slightly important	Teen (13-17 yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Moderately important	Teen (13-17 yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Very important	Teen (13-17 yrs) Literacy Programs and Services. Extremely important
Adult/Teen Further Education Opportunities (e.g. driver's education, babysitting course, firearms class, hobby classes, etc.).	Adult/Teen Further Education Opportunities (e.g. driver's education, babysitting course, firearms class, hobby classes, etc.). Not important	Adult/Teen Further Education Opportunities (e.g. driver's education, babysitting course, firearms class, hobby classes, etc.). Slightly important	Adult/Teen Further Education Opportunities (e.g. driver's education, babysitting course, firearms class, hobby classes, etc.). Moderately important	Adult/Teen Further Education Opportunities (e.g. driver's education, babysitting course, firearms class, hobby classes, etc.). Very important	Adult/Teen Further Education Opportunities (e.g. driver's education, babysitting course, firearms class, hobby classes, etc.). Extremely important
Baby/Toddler (0-5years) Literacy Programs and Services.	Baby/Toddler (0-5years) Literacy Programs and Services. Not important	Baby/Toddler (0-5years) Literacy Programs and Services. Slightly important	Baby/Toddler (0-5years) Literacy Programs and Services. Moderately important	Baby/Toddler (0-5years) Literacy Programs and Services. Very important	Baby/Toddler (0-5years) Literacy Programs and Services. Extremely important
Special Collections (Literacy Kits, Unique Item Collections, Storytelling kits, Games, Grab-and-go bags, etc.).	Special Collections (Literacy Kits, Unique Item Collections, Storytelling kits, Games, Grab-and-go bags, etc.). Not important	Special Collections (Literacy Kits, Unique Item Collections, Storytelling kits, Games, Grab-and-go bags, etc.). Slightly important	Special Collections (Literacy Kits, Unique Item Collections, Storytelling kits, Games, Grab-and-go bags, etc.). Moderately important	Special Collections (Literacy Kits, Unique Item Collections, Storytelling kits, Games, Grab-and-go bags, etc.). Very important	Special Collections (Literacy Kits, Unique Item Collections, Storytelling kits, Games, Grab-and-go bags, etc.). Extremely important
Information about further education resources (e.g. GED, trade schools, college, & university).	Information about further education resources (e.g. GED, trade schools, college, & university). Not important	Information about further education resources (e.g. GED, trade schools, college, & university). Slightly important	Information about further education resources (e.g. GED, trade schools, college, & university). Moderately important	Information about further education resources (e.g. GED, trade schools, college, & university). Very important	Information about further education resources (e.g. GED, trade schools, college, & university). Extremely important
Newcomers programs/services (e.g. English language learners classes and programs).	Newcomers programs/services (e.g. English language learners classes and programs). Not important	Newcomers programs/services (e.g. English language learners classes and programs). Slightly important	Newcomers programs/services (e.g. English language learners classes and programs). Moderately important	Newcomers programs/services (e.g. English language learners classes and programs). Very important	Newcomers programs/services (e.g. English language learners classes and programs). Extremely important
Access to online resources (e.g. e-books, e-magazines, movies, music, etc.).	Access to online resources (e.g. e-books, e-magazines, movies, music, etc.). Not important	Access to online resources (e.g. e-books, e-magazines, movies, music, etc.). Slightly important	Access to online resources (e.g. e-books, e-magazines, movies, music, etc.). Moderately important	Access to online resources (e.g. e-books, e-magazines, movies, music, etc.). Very important	Access to online resources (e.g. e-books, e-magazines, movies, music, etc.). Extremely important
Adult Technology Education (e.g. technology tutoring/classes).	Adult Technology Education (e.g. technology tutoring/classes). Not important	Adult Technology Education (e.g. technology tutoring/classes). Slightly important	Adult Technology Education (e.g. technology tutoring/classes). Moderately important	Adult Technology Education (e.g. technology tutoring/classes). Very important	Adult Technology Education (e.g. technology tutoring/classes). Extremely important
Quiet Study Space.	Quiet Study Space. Not important	Quiet Study Space. Slightly important	Quiet Study Space. Moderately important	Quiet Study Space. Very important	Quiet Study Space. Extremely important
Affordable Room Rentals Space.	Affordable Room Rentals Space. Not important	Affordable Room Rentals Space. Slightly important	Affordable Room Rentals Space. Moderately important	Affordable Room Rentals Space. Very important	Affordable Room Rentals Space. Extremely important
Visiting Library Services.	Visiting Library Services. Not important	Visiting Library Services. Slightly important	Visiting Library Services. Moderately important	Visiting Library Services. Very important	Visiting Library Services. Extremely important
Access to a safe and welcoming physical place to meet and interact with others.	Access to a safe and welcoming physical place to meet and interact with others. Not important	Access to a safe and welcoming physical place to meet and interact with others. Slightly important	Access to a safe and welcoming physical place to meet and interact with others. Moderately important	Access to a safe and welcoming physical place to meet and interact with others. Very important	Access to a safe and welcoming physical place to meet and interact with others. Extremely important

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* 4. How does the library benefit you or the community? How could the library or its services be improved, if at all?

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* 5. What might prevent you from coming to the library or attending a class or program at the library? (check all that apply)

Lack of time

The library doesn't have what I want/need

The library is too noisy

I get most of my information elsewhere

I'm physically unable to get to the library

Social Stigma

I do not enjoy reading

I can't afford it

I buy books

I don't feel comfortable/welcome

Child Care

Location

Ill health

Other (please specify)

In 2019, the library was awarded a Community Adult Learning Program Grant. This grant is project-based, with the funding provided going solely to implement foundational learning opportunities such as: Adult Literacy, Numeracy, English Language Learning, Basic Digital Skills, and Foundational Life Skills. The following are questions to help us plan foundational learning opportunities in the community. Please select N/A if these questions do not apply to you.

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* 6. Which of the following areas do you think need improvement in the community? (check all that apply)

Help with basic technology

Help with basic math

Help learning how to read/write

Help with learning English

Help adjusting to the community as a newcomer

Help getting ready for citizenship test

Referral services (finding someone to guide you to appropriate agencies or groups)

Information on post-secondary chances or higher learning

Job search and/or resume help

Help with filling out forms/paperwork

Study help

Help learning basic life skills

Help learning basic work skills

Help learning interpersonal skills

Help learning about culture groups

N/A

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* 7. What is an effective way to get residents involved in adult literacy?

Offer Mentoring Opportunities

Request Financial Support

Offer Volunteer Roles

Collaborate with Community Partners

N/A

Other (please specify)

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* 8. What is your age group?

14 years and younger

15-18 years

19-24 years

25-34 years

35-54 years

55-64 years

65-74 years

75 years and older

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* 9. Please feel free to add any additional comments or suggestions you would like to make about the library, its materials, services, programs, facilities, staff, or website in the text box provided below.

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* 1. How frequently do you visit the library?

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* 2. Please complete the statement below regardless of whether or not you regularly use the library. Public libraries are:

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* 3. Please rate how important the following services are to you.

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* 4. How does the library benefit you or the community? How could the library or its services be improved, if at all?

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* 5. What might prevent you from coming to the library or attending a class or program at the library? (check all that apply)

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* 6. Which of the following areas do you think need improvement in the community? (check all that apply)

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* 7. What is an effective way to get residents involved in adult literacy?

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* 8. What is your age group?

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* 9. Please feel free to add any additional comments or suggestions you would like to make about the library, its materials, services, programs, facilities, staff, or website in the text box provided below.

* 2. Please complete the statement below regardless of whether or not you regularly use the library.

Public libraries are: