Participate in an anonymous survey by Sept 17 or join meeting to help Berkeley Library system stay responsive to the current needs of our diverse community.
Complete a brief survey or come to a community meeting to help Berkeley Public Library best serve all Berkeleyans.
The anonymous online or paper survey, which will be used to build a strategic plan, will ask about how often you visit the library, usage by children, perceived value of various library services, suggested additions, ease of obtaining library resources, demographics, and factors affecting library use.
You can fill out the survey online: English, Español, Tiếng Việt Nam, 简体中文, and العربية.
Or at physical locations:
Community meeting to share input
The next in-person community meeting will be in:
West Branch Library
Community Meeting Room
1125 University Ave.
September 16, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
(Spanish)
You can also share feedback directly by using the “share your thoughts” form at the bottom of the strategic planning webpage.
Improvements by creating strategic plan
Once the survey is done, the information will help the Board of Library Trustees create a strategic plan for the library. The Board will then look at and approve this plan. The plan will lay out a roadmap of improvements that Library staff can implement, track, and report back on to the Trustees and community.
A strategic plan will help to:
- Respond to the needs of our users
- Make the most of our resources
- Stay relevant and adaptable to future changes
- Foster connection with community partners
- Demonstrate accountability with those we serve
"Every voice matters,” says Tess Mayer, Director of Library Services. “The acute challenges of Library services during a pandemic have been met and it is time to cement a plan for the future that serves Berkeley’s diverse needs now. The power of community voices is driving this process forward."
Stay informed and share comments about this project by visiting the project webpage. Attend September 16 library meeting or complete the survey by September 17.