Mission
The mission of Oscar Grady Public Library is to provide high interest, high demand materials and make them readily available from the Library’s collection or through interlibrary loan.
The Library supports lifelong learning, information and recreational needs for people of all ages and abilities. Special emphasis is placed on stimulating children’s interests and appreciation for reading and learning. The integration of new technology with traditional library resources is used to expand service beyond the Library’s physical walls.
Vision
Oscar Grady Library aims to be Saukville’s center for information, recreation, and business support.
Values
- People first
- Equal access
- Respect for all
- Diversity and inclusion
- Responsive service design
- Privacy and confidentiality
Strategic Priorities
Thank you for helping the Oscar Grady Public Library team plan for the next few years. Through your participation in the planning survey and community discussions, we have outlined strategic priorities for 2024-2026.
Promote Discovery
Help the community find resources, collections, and services they need from the library.
Create Lifelong Learning Opportunities
Provide opportunities that establish a love for reading, learning, and community building.
Develop Community Responsive Collections
Evaluate existing collections and establish new collections in response to community needs.
Develop Community Responsive Spaces & Technology
Plan spaces and technology in response to staff and community needs.
STRATEGIES: 2024-2026
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STRATEGIES SCHEDULE |
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2025 |
2026 |
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Promote Discovery
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Evaluate public use of Constant Contact and website Communicate via schools, Village, newspapers, social media outlets Participate in local events such as parades, Farmers Market, local walks, etc. Staff continuing education opportunities Regular staff meetings – add Polaris license to staff computer Assess social media outlet use
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Evaluate public use of Vega eNewsletter and website Communicate via schools, Village, newspapers, social media outlets Participate in local events such as parades, Farmers Market, local walks, etc. Staff continuing education opportunities Regular staff meetings Create social media reading recommendation campaign Migrate to Vega’s eNewsletter
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Evaluate public use of Vega eNewsletter and website Communicate via schools, Village, newspapers, social media outlets Participate in local events such as parades, Farmers Market, local walks, etc. Staff continuing education opportunities Regular staff meetings |
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Create Lifelong Learning Opportunities |
Budget for special presenters, Summer Reading Program, events, and supplies Utilize community partners for additional programming Align programming priorities according to survey results Expand Adventure Pass program to Betty Brinn, Discovery World, Riveredge Nature Center, and Pirate Hollow Waterpark
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Utilize Friends group for additional programming Create book recommendation service for adults Add art and craft programming for all ages Add STEM programming for kids Create book delivery service to community partner organizations
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Create responsive programming based on 2023 and 2024 attendance
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Develop Community Responsive Collections |
Examine circulation data and budget accordingly Showcase collections by front-facing and placing in display case Implement RFID Move DVD discs to cases on floor Increase loan period for TV series on DVD to 14 days Hobby themed Library of Things
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Examine circulation data and budget accordingly Organize local history collection and make more accessible to public Promote collections of other libraries via website and catalog Budget for Playaway collection Create a discovery kit collection |
Examine circulation data and budget accordingly |
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Develop Community Responsive Spaces & Technology |
New fax solution Use makerspace equipment from Monarch System Maintain computer replacement schedule Create Friends book nook space Replace exterior door facing Main Street Replace front exterior door/automatic opening Add power washing of building eaves to annual maintenance schedule Create capital budget for replacing large ticket building items
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Upgrade Community Room Tech Replace doors and automated entrance equipment Replace HVAC
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Refigure digital media lab space New gate system w/ RFID capability Create teen nook space Create small meeting rooms Create interior book return Remodel upper level with new furniture and privacy seating Implement window seating in upper level Create reading/work nooks throughout building Add cozy reading area in children’s Elaborate on play space in children’s
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