wccls exec group retreat presentation may 1

WCCLS Libraries: Now and tomorrow

What is WCCLS doing now?

What does the future hold?

How can WCCLS respond?

• Scalable services• Early literacy • Reading and lifelong learning• Convenience and service• Beautiful buildings • Smart staff• Public support

What is WCCLS doing now?

WCCLS libraries provide scalable services for all size communities

WCCLS libraries prepare children to enter kindergarten ready to learn

WCCLS patrons read widely in all formats

WCCLS patrons appreciate convenient services

Self-service options with RFID 24 hour access to e-resources

WCCLS libraries are housed in attractive and accessible buildings

WCCLS library staff are competent, tech savvy and customer-oriented

WCCLS library programs are well-attended

WCCLS libraries are enthusiastically supported

• Demographics• e-government• Mobile devices• e-content

What does the future hold?

Washington County is diverse

Washington County is well-educated and aging in place.

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Washington County is young.

School libraries are being eliminated by Washington County school districts.

Washington County residents turn to libraries for help with e-government

WCCLS patrons use their own devices to access library resources

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eContent

eBooks eAudio Streaming

Kindle iPad Nook Android

WCCLS users prefer multiple formats and delivery systems for content

E-content is licensed, not purchased

Library patrons are interested in creating and sharing digital content.

• Programs• Collections• Efficiencies• Flexible spaces• Trained staff• Outreach

How can WCCLS respond?

Programs and collections that reflect community interests

New e-content options

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RFID Tags Optimized Courier Routes

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Centralized catalogingCourier-level checkin and AMH

Improvements in the shared library catalog

Grab and go convenience

Flexible facilities

People, Programs, E-resources, Collections, Archival Storage

Responsive staffing

Outreach and partnerships

What is WCCLS doing now?

What does the future hold?

How can WCCLS respond?