Frankfort Community Public Library

• Established in 1879

• Located 3 blocks from Ivy Tech

• Institute of Museum and

Library Services Award

Frankfort, Indiana

• Established in 1879

• Located 3 blocks from Ivy Tech

• Institute of Museum and

Library Services Award

Primary Research: Interview

• Tom Smith, Asst. Director of

FCPL

• October 2014

• 10 Questions

• Results of interview

Primary Research: Survey

• FCPL patrons

• October 27-November 14

• Results from survey

Primary Research: Observations

• Purdue campus Starbucks

• November 2014

• Results from observations

Conclusion of Primary Research

• Conflicting results

• Underserved market

Secondary Research: Online Articles

• November – December 2014

• Gen Y characteristics

• Gen Y technology trends

Secondary Research: Online Articles

• November –December 2014

• 21st Century Library Trends

• Biblio Tech in San Antonio,

Texas

Conclusion of Secondary Research

• Gen Y preferences are unique

• Digital library

• Collaborative spaces

Recommendations to FCPL

• Renovate current basement

space

New and Improved Basement Area• The Down Under

New and Improved Basement Area• The Brew

Recommendation to FCPM

• Technology Opportunities

Recommendation to FCPM

• Digital Library Card – Insta

App

Insta App

Recommendation for FCPL• Collaboration spaces for study

groups

Recommendations for FCPL• Spanish for professionals

Proposed BudgetSubtotal Total Expense

Flooring

Luxury Vinyl (1,200 sq ft) $8,400.00

Installation $13,200.00

Rugs (9) $1,125.00 $22,725.00

Furniture $10,000.00

Lighting

Fixtures $3,000.00

Electrical Installation $1,800.00 $4,800.00

Technology

Microsoft Surface (20)

(3-year lease) $9,300.00

Insta App $2,250.00 $11,550.00

Total Expense $39,075.00

Opportunities to Cover Technology Expenses

Clinton Co. Foundation Grants: $20,000Technology Grants:$9,300Clinton County United Way: $5,000Clinton County Patrons: $5,000