The Rock Island Public Library is seeking the public’s input on its new strategic plan for 2025 to 2028 with a new survey.
The online community survey will encompass the library services, needs, and community priorities.
“Whether you use the library a little, a lot, or not at all, your answers will help us better understand your needs, and those of the larger community. It takes just a few minutes to make a lasting impact,” said Lisa Lockheart, Rock Island Public Library publicity and outreach liaison.
The library’s survey will be open until Monday, April 1, and is available to anyone, including non-users of the library. To take the survey, visit here or at the library’s website.
Survey participants do not have to live in Rock Island or the Milan-Blackhawk-Area Public Library District. Rock Island Public Library events are open to all, and the library regularly serves cardholders from other libraries in Davenport and the Illinois Quad Cities.
Previous surveys helped the library identify needs for fine-free borrowing, homebound delivery, after-hours book pickup, and study rooms, all of which were introduced during the current strategic plan.
Another way to add your voice to planning is to attend any of three Community Conversation events hosted by both the library and the Rock Island Parks and Recreation Department. Discussion times are:
- Tuesday, March 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Rock Island Watts-Midtown Branch, 2715 30th St.
- Wednesday, March 27, 2-3 p.m., Rock Island Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road.
- Saturday, March 30, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th St.
“Partnering with the Rock Island Parks & Recreation Department for the Community Conversations makes perfect sense,” Ms. Lockheart said. “Both of our organizations enhance the livability factor of our community, so hearing how best to focus our efforts in the coming years will aid in planning and future partnerships.”
All discussions are open to anyone. Coffee and refreshments will be available.
For more information on upcoming library programs, visit the library website, call (309) 732-READ, or follow the library’s social media channels on Facebook and Instagram.
