Auburn Hills Public Library Community Survey
Auburn Hills, YOUR library needs help to be the best library for you!
Six years ago, we asked you to share what you wanted to see in our library building, and we were able to integrate many of those suggestions. Now we are hoping to learn more about how to better serve you and the community as a whole. Please take a few moments to help us by completing this survey. Even if you do not have a library card or have not visited the library recently, your responses will help us plan for the library's future.
All responses are
strictly confidential
and no information will be shared that identifies respondents.
If you have any questions about this survey or would like assistance in responding, please contact Kathleen Kwiatkowski, kwiatkowskik@ahplibrary.org. 248-370-8125.
This survey should take you a few minutes to complete (but feel free to take as much time as you need). Please be sure to review each question (even if you do not respond) and click
DONE
at the end to submit your responses.
Thank you for your time!
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1.
Do you have an Auburn Hills Public Library card?
(Required.)
Yes
No
I don't know
I have a card from another library. (Please specify the library.)
2.
Do you live in Auburn Hills?
Yes
No (If no, please specify where you live.)
3.
How often do you use the library and/or online library services?
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
A few times a year
Hardly ever
Never
4.
What prevents you from using the library? (Check all that apply.)
Nothing, I use the library.
I am too busy to get a card.
I am too busy to use the library.
I don't know if I am eligible to get a card.
I do not have transportation.
I use a neighboring library.
I don't know what the library has to offer me.
The library doesn't have anything I want or need.
I prefer to buy and own my materials.
I don't know where the library is located.
The hours are not convenient for me.
The library is too far from my home.
My library fines are too high.
I do not feel comfortable at the library.
Other (please specify)
5.
Why do you come to the library? (Check all that apply.)
Find something to check out
Attend a library event or program
Study/read alone
Use the space for remote work
Use a study room or meeting room
Visit and/or play in the children's area
Use the printer/copier/scanner
Use Wi-Fi
Use a library computer
Attend a meeting
Volunteer
Other (please specify)
6.
How satisfied are you with the Auburn Hills Public Library overall?
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
7.
Please rate how satisfied you are with the following aspects of the library.
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Physical collection (ex: books, movies, video games)
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Equipment (ex: hotspots, technology, tools)
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Digital and streaming collection (ex: Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy)
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Online learning collection (ex: Mango, Creativebug)
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Events and programs for children
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Events and programs for teens
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Events and programs for adults
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Customer service
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Library website
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Library facility
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Meeting rooms
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Study rooms
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
N/A
Other (please specify)
8.
For any items that you clicked dissatisfied or very dissatisfied, what can the library do to increase your satisfaction?
9.
Where do you learn about what is going on at the library? (Check all that apply.)
Auburn Hills city newsletter
Library emails
Library website
Library staff
Flyer or poster in the library
Facebook
Instagram
Nextdoor
From a friend/word of mouth
From another community organization (ex: church, school)
Local businesses
At another community event
Other (please specify)
10.
Where are other places that you get news about the Auburn Hills
community
?
11.
How important are the following library services to you and your family?
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Physical collection (ex: books, movies, video games)
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Equipment (ex: hotspots, technology, tools)
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Digital and streaming collection (ex: Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy)
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Online learning collection (ex: Mango, Creativebug)
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Events and programs for children
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Events and programs for teens
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Events and programs for adults
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Technology assistance
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Assistance from staff
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
12.
How important do you think the following potential services would be to you and your family?
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Makerspace
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Bookmobile
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Parking lot improvements (ex: EV charging, layout, steps)
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Cafe
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Outdoor space
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Downtown lending library
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Branch library at another location
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Quiet study spaces
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Little Free Libraries
Not at all important
Slightly important
Important
Very important
Other (please specify)
13.
What types of programs would you or your family like to attend at the library? (Check all that apply.)
Book clubs/discussion groups
Summer reading
Storytimes
Landscaping/Gardening
Life skills (ex: resume building, personal finance)
Crafting
Health and wellness
STEM/STEAM
Genealogy and local history
Cooking/food
Discussions and lectures on current events
Gaming and pop culture
Parenting/child development
Music and performing arts
Other (please specify)
14.
What additional programs, services, or collections could the library add that would be valuable to you and your family?
15.
Thinking about the Auburn Hills Public Library, please indicate how strongly you agree or disagree with the following.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library is an important part of the community.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library is a welcoming and safe place.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library staff is knowledgeable and helpful.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library facilities are clean and well-maintained.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library treats all users equitably.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library is easy to navigate, and I can find what I need.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library has enough space for my needs.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library seems easily accessible and usable for those with physical or mobility challenges.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library's collection meets my needs.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library has up-to-date technology.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library seems usable for those with emotional, cognitive, or neurosensory differences.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
The library's furniture is comfortable.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree (Neutral)
Agree
Strongly agree
16.
Please choose all statements below that describe you.
I work full-time.
I work part-time.
I am retired.
I am a student (middle school or high school).
I am a student (higher education).
I live with children under age 18 in my home.
I regularly care for children under age 18.
I regularly read/use physical books and materials.
I regularly read/use digital books and materials.
I regularly watch streaming TV series and movies.
I commute more than 20 minutes one-way to work.
I work remotely.
17.
What languages are spoken in your home? Please check all that apply. (Optional)
American Sign Language (ASL)
Arabic
English
French
German
Hindi
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Mandarin Chinese
Polish
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish
Swahili
Telugu
Urdu
Vietnamese
Other (please specify)
If you are satisfied with your responses, click
DONE
below to submit your survey.
If you have any additional questions or feedback, please contact
Kathleen Kwiatkowski, kwiatkowskik@ahplibrary.org. 248-370-8125.
Thank you for your time, and we hope to see you at the library soon!
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