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Siuslaw Public Library District Planning Survey

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. Your responses will help Siuslaw Public Library District understand and meet your needs as we develop our plan for the next five years. We truly value and appreciate your thoughts.

Your responses are anonymous. You may skip any question you do not wish to answer. This survey should take approximately 10 minutes.
1.Which library location(s) do you generally use? Select all that apply.
2.In general, how frequently do you visit the library?
3.Think about your typical visit to the library. Which of these activities are you most likely to do? Select all that apply.
4.Which of the following are your most common motivations for using the library? Include both in-person and online use. Select all that apply.
5.How satisfied are you with each of these aspects of library service?
5 - Very Satisfied
4 - Somewhat satisfied
3 - Neither satisfied nor unsatisfied
2 - Somewhat unsatisfied
1 - Very unsatisfied
Buildings and physical spaces
Books and other physical materials
EBooks and online resources
Programs and services
Technology (e.g., computers and Wi-Fi)
Customer service
Library website
6.
On a scale of 0 to 10,
How likely is it that you would recommend Siuslaw Public Library District to a friend or family member??
0 for Not at all likely, 10 for Extremely likely
Not at all likelyExtremely likely
7.Which of the following library programs have you or your family attended in the past three years? Choose all that apply.
8.Which of the following library services have you or your family used in the past three years? Choose all that apply.
9.Which of the following library resources have you or your family used in the past three years?
10.What barriers prevent you from using the library more often? Select all that apply.
11.The library has started a Library of Things, allowing people to check out nontraditional items, like board games. If added, which of the following types of items would you or your family use?
12.The library offers a variety of educational and recreational programs for all ages. At which times would you generally prefer to attend programs? Select all that apply.
13.The library offers a variety of educational and recreational programs for all ages. Which programs or topics would you or your family be most interested in attending? Select all that apply.
14.The library is considering increasing its technology support programs. Which of the following topics would be of most interest to you?
15.The library is considering ways to help patrons access technology. Which of the following resources would you use, if offered?
16.The library is considering ways to improve its website. Which of the following functions would be most important to you?
17.How would you like to find out about library events or services that interest you? Select all that apply.
18.In the next five years, what is the most important thing the library could do to meet your needs or exceed your expectations?
19.Do you have a library card with the Siuslaw Public Library District?
20.Where do you live?
21.What is your age?
22.Are you a parent or guardian for any children under 18?
23.Which of the following best describes your employment status? Select all that apply.
24.What is your gender?
25.What is the primary language you speak at home?
26.If you would like to subscribe to the library’s online newsletter, please provide your email address. Your contact information will not be used to identify your survey responses.