Canal Fulton Public Library Community Survey

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* 2. How many libraries have you visited in the past 6 months?

I did not visit any libraries

1-2

3-4

5 or more libraries

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* 3. If you have visited other libraries, which did you visit most often, and why?

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* 4. Why do you visit the library? (Check all that apply)

Learning experiences for me

Learning experiences for my children

To check out books/materials

To spend time with friends

To spend time with family

To see or learn about something I am already interested in

To feed my/our curiosity

To provide my children with a place to play

It is fun

Other (please specify)

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* 5. What does the library do well? (Check those that are most important to you.)

It makes my job as a parent or caregiver easier

The library helps people in my community

The library contributes to the quality of life in my community

Staff members always make me feel welcome

The library works well with other community organizations and/or local businesses

The library doesn't do anything well

None of these

Other (please specify)

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* 6. What materials and library services are most valuable to you and your family? (Check your top 3 choices.)

Collections of books and materials

eBooks and streaming services for music and movies

In-person programs for all ages

Free databases like Ancestry, HeritageQuest, and Chilton Library

Meeting rooms

Computer/WIFI access

Document services (printing, copying, faxing, scanning)

Other (please specify)

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* 7. What materials and library services are most valuable to the community? (Check your top 3 choices.)

Collections of books and materials

Library space to reserve and hold events/meetings

Wireless internet connectivity and computer access

Quiet study/reading space

Document services (printing, copying, faxing, scanning)

Classes and programming for children

Classes and programming for teens

Classes and programming for adults

Classes and programming for seniors

Support and resources for students and educators

Access to other community organizations/services/businesses through partnerships and programming

Other (please specify)

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* 8. What would improve this library? (Check your top 3 choices.)

I think they are doing a great job already

Larger collections

Dedicated quiet areas

Displays that are easy to browse and find new materials

Public programs for adults

Public programs for youth

A wider variety of public programs

After-hours pickup lockers

More outreach to the broader community (bookmobile, presence at events, delivery)

Friendlier/more welcoming staff

Other (please specify)

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* 9. Is it easy to find things in the library?

Yes

No (please describe)

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* 10. Thinking about the future, what technology will be valuable to people in your community? (Check all that apply.)

Computer programming & coding classes

Wearable healthcare technology (blood pressure monitors, HR monitors, fitness trackers, etc.)

Maker services (3D printer, Cricut, laser cutters, vinyl printers, etc.)

Smart Home technology (ex. Nest, Ring)

Google Home, Nest Hub, Facebook Portal, Alexa Show (Smart displays)

Robotics

Virtual/Augmented reality

Other (please specify)

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* 11. Where do you usually hear about new titles you want to check out? (Check all that apply.)

Library newsletter

Friends/word of mouth

Books I see in stores

Magazines or newspapers

Social Media

Other Newsletters

Church

Library staff

Other (please specify)

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* 12. How do you find out about community events? (Check all that apply)

Local newspaper

Church

Facebook or Social Media

Bulletin board

Friends/word of mouth

Event mailings/flyers/signs

Other (please specify)

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* 13. What are your interests/hobbies? (Check all that apply.)

Art

Baking/Cooking

Community involvement/volunteering (4H, Rotary, Lions, food pantry, civic clubs, etc.)

Computers/technology

Crafting

Fandoms/ComiCons

Fitness/Sports (running, disc golf, biking, Pickleball, watching sports, etc.)

Foreign Language Learning

Games and Gaming (board games, video games, puzzles)

Gardening

Genealogy/History

Healthy Habits (meditation, yoga, tai chi, nutrition, self-care, etc.)

Hunting/Fishing

Making music (playing an instrument, singing, participating in a musical group, etc.)

Nature (hiking, camping, birdwatching, foraging, etc.)

Painting, drawing, making art

Pets

Photography

Reading

Religion/Philosophy

Travel (sightseeing, visiting new places, local interests, etc.)

Watching movies/television

Writing/Journaling

Other (be specific)

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* 14. On the library's website, I know how to:

Make a purchase suggestion.

Reserve a book/movie/audiobook.

Find programs.

Ask a reference question.

Find the library staff and leadership.

Access library board meeting information.

I don't know how to do these things.

I don't use the library's website.

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* 15. What is the biggest asset of our community?

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* 16. What is the biggest current challenge for our community?

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* 17. What skills or education do you think would improve your career or increase your income? (Check all that apply)

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job specific software

Resume writing

Grant writing

Small business or startup information and guidance

Foreign language learning

Accounting software

Project management software

Nothing right now/I am retired

Other (please specify)

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* 18. Typically, what do you do at the library? (Check all that apply)

Use the computer

Pick up reserves

Attend a program (ex.storytime, book club)

Use the copier/scanner/fax machine

Browse collections

Check-out books & materials

Research history/genealogy

Use public meeting space

Work/study

Meet friends

Other (please specify)

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* 19. My dream library would...

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* 20. What would improve your library experience?

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* 21. What is your favorite thing about this library?

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* 22. What is your age?

Under 13

13-17

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65 and up

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* 23. I am interested in providing additional feedback to the library for the Strategic Planning Process.

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* 24. My preferred contact method for participation is:

Email (online questionnaire)

Handwritten responses returned to the library

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* 25. I am interested in being entered to win a raffle prize drawing for a gift card to a local restaurant/business.

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* 26. If you answered Yes to providing additional feedback and/or being entered in the raffle, please include your contact information below.

Name

Email Address

Phone Number

Canal Fulton Public Library Community Survey

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* 1. Do you use the library?

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* 2. How many libraries have you visited in the past 6 months?

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* 3. If you have visited other libraries, which did you visit most often, and why?

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* 4. Why do you visit the library? (Check all that apply)

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* 5. What does the library do well? (Check those that are most important to you.)

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* 6. What materials and library services are most valuable to you and your family? (Check your top 3 choices.)

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* 7. What materials and library services are most valuable to the community? (Check your top 3 choices.)

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* 8. What would improve this library? (Check your top 3 choices.)

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* 9. Is it easy to find things in the library?

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* 10. Thinking about the future, what technology will be valuable to people in your community? (Check all that apply.)

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* 11. Where do you usually hear about new titles you want to check out? (Check all that apply.)

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* 12. How do you find out about community events? (Check all that apply)

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* 13. What are your interests/hobbies? (Check all that apply.)

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* 14. On the library's website, I know how to:

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* 15. What is the biggest asset of our community?

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* 16. What is the biggest current challenge for our community?

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* 17. What skills or education do you think would improve your career or increase your income? (Check all that apply)

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* 18. Typically, what do you do at the library? (Check all that apply)

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* 19. My dream library would...

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* 20. What would improve your library experience?

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* 21. What is your favorite thing about this library?

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* 22. What is your age?

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* 23. I am interested in providing additional feedback to the library for the Strategic Planning Process.

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* 24. My preferred contact method for participation is:

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* 25. I am interested in being entered to win a raffle prize drawing for a gift card to a local restaurant/business.

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* 26. If you answered Yes to providing additional feedback and/or being entered in the raffle, please include your contact information below.