Tuscarawas County Public Library System Main • Bolivar • Strasburg • Sugarcreek • Tuscarawas • Mobile Services STRATEGIC AREAS OF FOCUS To meet the needs of the community, the Board and Administration have selected the following strategic goals and objectives. Goal 1: Accessibility for All Library customers will have access to all library resources and services regardless of ability, background, socioeconomic status, education level, or any other factor that may be a barrier to library users. Objectives: 1. Ensure physical accessibility within our five physical buildings. 2. Identify and develop solutions to break down barriers to library resources and programs. 3. Explore mobile service opportunities to reach customers in our service district who may have a barrier to visiting a physical location. 4. Grow and train staff to enhance a welcoming library environment for all. Goal 2: Celebrate Diversity The Library will provide and promote programs and services that foster appreciation and understanding of our individual heritage and that of our neighbors, as well as opportunities to celebrate diversity in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Objectives: 1. Build a collection that supports and celebrates both diversity and local heritage. 2. Promote multicultural engagement within our community. 3. Explore partnerships with community groups and organizations who share the goal of celebrating diversity. 4. Explore partnerships with community groups and organizations that foster appreciation of local history and heritage. Goal 3: Know Your Community The Library will strengthen its community engagement by nurturing existing partnerships and welcoming new collaborative opportunities that will further enhance library programming and services that meet community needs. Objectives: 1. Review our current partnerships and identify potential partnerships. 2. Explore collaborative opportunities that will enhance library programming and/or library services. 3. Increase awareness of library services and resources throughout the community.
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