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Louisville Public Library Community Survey
1.
Do you use the library?
Yes
No (If no, why not?)
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
3.
If you have visited other libraries, which did you visit most often, and why?
4.
What
issues
are the most challenging for you or your family? (Check all that apply)
Paying for groceries
Finding childcare
Employment
Finding free/inexpensive activities
Keeping up with medical appointments
School-related issues
Mental health concerns
Transportation
Access to social services
Elder care
Other (please specify)
5.
Why do you visit the library? (Check all that apply)
Learning experiences for me
Learning experiences for my children
To check out books/materials
Programming
Makerspace
Discovery Center
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)
6.
What does the library do well? (Check those that are most important to you.)
Supports me as a parent/caregiver
The library helps people in my community
The library improves my quality of life
Staff members create a welcoming environment
The library works well with other community organizations and/or local businesses
Programming
None of these
Other (please specify)
7.
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 (e.g., classes, story times, author visits, etc.)
Electronic databases like Ancestry, Gale Courses, and CreativeBug
Meeting rooms
Computer/Wi-Fi access
Document services (printing, copying, faxing, scanning)
Makerspace
Discovery Center
Books by mail
Passport services
Notary Services
Other (please specify)
8.
What materials and library services are most valuable to the community? (Check your top 3 choices.)
Collections of books and materials (online catalog and in-person browsing)
eBooks and digital materials (i.e. Libby)
Reference materials and/or Louisville Herald online
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 tweens/teens
Classes and programming for adults
Classes and programming for seniors
Makerspace
Discovery Center
Support and resources for students and educators
Access to other community organizations/services/businesses through partnerships and programming
Passport services
Notary Services
Books by mail
Other (please specify)
9.
What would improve this library? (Check your top 3 choices.)
I think they are doing a great job already
Extended hours
More materials/collections such as books, DVDs, etc.
Displays that are easy to browse and find new materials
Public programs for adults
Public programs for youth
A wider variety of public programs
More outreach to the broader community (bookmobile, presence at events, delivery)
Friendlier/more welcoming staff
Other (please specify)
10.
Thinking about the future, what technology will be valuable to people in your community? (Check all that apply.)
Computer programming & coding classes
Artificial Intelligence
Wearable healthcare technology (blood pressure monitors, HR monitors, fitness trackers, etc.)
Virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Telehealth)
Makerspace (3D printer, Cricut, laser cutters, vinyl printers, etc.)
Video/Photography editing software
Smart Home & Smart Displays (ex. Nest, Ring, Google Home, Alexa Show)
Robotics
Virtual/Augmented reality
Other (please specify)
11.
How do you find out about community events? (Check all that apply)
Canton Repository
Place of worship
Facebook or Social Media
Bulletin board
Friends/word of mouth
Event mailings/flyers/signs
Spotlight Media
Online Community Calendar
Other (please specify)
12.
Do you always have access to transportation?
Yes
No
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)
14.
On the library's website, I know how to:
Reserve a book/movie/audiobook.
Find programs.
Register for programs.
Ask a reference question.
Reserve a meeting room.
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.
15.
What is the biggest asset of our community?
16.
What is the biggest current challenge for our community?
17.
What personal/life improvement or organization skills are interesting to you?(Check all that apply)
Job searching on the internet
Wills/trusts/legal document support
Online Calendars (iCal, Google Calendar, MSOutlook)
Collaborative Platforms (Microsoft Teams, Slack, Basecamp, etc.)
Cloud photo storage (iCloud, Google Photos)
Video or photo editing software/apps
Notary services
Passport applications
Tax information and support
Nothing right now
Other (please specify)
18.
What would improve your library experience?
19.
What is your favorite thing about this library?
20.
What is your age?
Under 13
13-17
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65 and up
21.
I am interested in providing additional feedback to the library for the Strategic Planning Process.
Yes
No
22.
If you answered Yes to the question above, please include your contact information below.
Name
Email Address
23.
I am interested in being entered to win a raffle prize drawing.
Yes
No
24.
If you answered Yes to being entered in the raffle, please include your contact information below.
Name
ZIP/Postal Code
Email Address
