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Chicago Public Library 2020-2024 Strategy 2020 2024 STRATEGY Every hour a library is open is an hour where a new reader, a new resident or a lifelong learner can experience CPL’s first reading room the joy of the inside the water tank, 1873, corner of LaSalle and Adams The library is library. This is Chicago Public Library opened an arena of Today there are 81 locations the true power in 1873 in a water tank that and a system to deliver books survived the Great Chicago Fire possibility, and other materials with the of libraries, and of 1871. Begun with a donation click of a button on the library’s of 8,000 books from the people opening both website. we are proud of Great Britain, including Her Majesty Queen Victoria, a window into Just as CPL has adapted over a and privileged CPL grew quickly. From these century and a half to effectively modest beginnings, expansion the soul connect Chicagoans with to play this role. continued, as it became clear materials, the library has also that a single, central location and a door responded to community needs Commissioner Andrea Telli was not enough. Horse- with innovative programs and drawn carts delivered books onto the world. services. From world language to deposit stations in stores materials purchased since the and businesses around the 1800s to archives documenting city. Reading rooms were Rita Dove Chicago history to YOUmedia established in park field author, poet, professor and the Summer Learning houses. And a 1916 plan from Challenge, CPL is a leader in Chief Librarian Henry Legler library services. sought to build brick-and- mortar branches within walking distance of every Chicagoan’s home. Dear Chicagoans, The City of Chicago thrives because of the richness of its culture, the vibrancy of its neighborhoods and the diversity of its residents. No organization enables and celebrates this more than Chicago Public Library. Each of our communities is anchored by a library that is truly welcoming to all, inviting us not only to read, but to find resources, to discuss issues that matter to our communities, to experiment with new technologies, and to participate in events and programs that enable us to learn and grow. My belief in the essential role of the library is both personal and profound. From my first day I am who I am as mayor, I have worked to ensure expanded access to library services. We eliminated fine today because I was barriers that once prevented so many patrons from accessing the vast resources and opportunities lucky enough to grow the library offers for learning, skills development and fun. We are committed to expanding library up with a library across hours in locations across the city to provide more people with more opportunities to use the the street from my school. resources and services the library provides. Visiting the library and Each person’s future is greatly influenced by checking out books the quality of resources in their community, and their access to opportunity. We are working hard for me meant being to create a city that respects the experiences of all Chicagoans, removes unnecessary barriers, transported to worlds and paves the way for everyone to have equal access and opportunity to achieve their goals. and ideas far from my Chicago Public Library plays an essential role own. So it was there – in ensuring that every Chicagoan has an opportunity to learn, enjoy and contribute amongst those library to the success of our great city. shelves – where I fell Sincerely, under the spell of books, history and storytelling. Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot Lori E. Lightfoot Mayor City of Chicago 4 CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY STRATEGY 2020-2024 5 Dear Friends, The deep sense of pride we feel in Chicago Public Library has roots dating back two centuries. This rich history of service continues to shape how we interact with patrons and communities every day. Today’s library thrives because library staff listen to and partner with our communities to design services and programs that resonate with individuals and families. Our strategy development process gave us the opportunity to reflect on and celebrate our past accomplishments as we laid the foundation for a strategy that builds on our success and shapes the future of CPL. We gathered feedback from hundreds of staff and partners and from thousands of patrons about what they were proud of, what they wanted to improve and most importantly, what matters most for the future of our library. The strategy that emerged reflects the hard work and dedication of our staff, partners and patrons, and the pride we feel in serving our communities in a unique and important way. We are proud of all we’ve accomplished and look forward to the next phase of our journey as we build on what we do well and thoughtfully explore new ways to serve our city and its residents. Sincerely, Andrea Telli Linda Johnson Rice Commissioner Board President Chicago Public Library Chicago Public Library 6 CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY STRATEGY 2020-2024 7 WE ARE CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY For nearly 150 years, Chicago Public Library has been at the heart of our city. A place of wonder, exploration and community, CPL welcomes more than 9 million people every year. Our national and international leadership in the library field stems from our deep commitment to supporting and serving patrons as they learn, play, develop skills and strengthen their communities. 8 CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY STRATEGY 2020-2024 9 Our Mission We welcome and support all people in their enjoyment of reading and pursuit of lifelong learning. Working together, we strive to provide equal access to information, ideas and knowledge through books, programs and other resources. We believe in the freedom to read, to learn, to discover. 10 CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY STRATEGY 2020-2024 11 Our Vision A city where people are equipped, engaged and inspired to learn and explore, and rely on Chicago Public Library as a trusted source of information, enrichment and opportunity. 12 CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY STRATEGY 2020-2024 13 Our Our Strategic Strategy Direction Reflects 2020-2024 Broad Perspectives Throughout CPL’s strategic planning process, we engaged staff, patrons, leaders and partners across the city to ensure that our strategy truly reflects the 80% communities and people we serve. Of CPL’s staff were engaged in This candid feedback served to guide designing this strategy and frame the direction of the next phase of our work. We also evaluated trends in technology and education to better understand the broader landscape in which we operate. Through this initial phase, we captured, reviewed and distilled 16,000+ all of the input from these sources Patrons responded to surveys into a set of central themes, What How Why which we shared with our staff, We provide free We share pride We envision a city leadership and Mayor Lightfoot. and open access and purpose. where people are to information equipped, engaged As we refined the strategy, we and experiences. We value and inspired to worked to align our strategic direction creativity and learn and explore. with Mayor Lightfoot’s vision for 25 We encourage resourcefulness. Chicago. We established critical In-depth interviews with CPL senior exploration and We invite priorities for the library’s next chapter, leadership and industry leaders nurture learning. We broaden continuing to engage staff and other the perception Chicagoans to rely on CPL as a stakeholders to get further insights, We create of what a library hone language and build enthusiasm respectful, safe can be. trusted source of information, about the library’s future. The final and welcoming strategy articulates a clear direction spaces. enrichment and opportunity. and a shared vision built upon Chicago Public Library’s ongoing 20+ commitment to service and Stakeholder and key partner excellence. discussions 14 CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY STRATEGY 2020-2024 15 Our Six Objectives We provide free and open We share pride and access to information and purpose to improve experiences that reflect and the lives of Chicagoans engage Chicago’s diverse and strengthen communities. neighborhoods and people equitably and inclusively. This is our This is what commitment. drives us. We develop collections, We value creativity and design programs and enable staff resourcefulness in serving to encourage exploration and patrons effectively and nurture learning. responsively. This is our This is what defining value. challenges us. We create respectful, safe and We broaden the perception welcoming spaces that invite of what a library can be. personal growth and create stronger, more connected communities. This is our This is what responsibility. distinguishes us. 16 CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY STRATEGY 2020-2024 17 Objective ENSURE LIBRARY MATERIALS, PROGRAMS, TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE, We provide free RELEVANT AND WELCOMING TO ALL. Success means more patron participation and engagement as we and open access continue to collect feedback from the public about their satisfaction with library services, and committing to use CREATE AND MAINTAIN DIGITAL to information and these insights to inform our work RESOURCES THAT ENABLE PATRONS TO to diversify our collections, reduce BETTER ACCESS LIBRARY RESOURCES. barriers to access and make the experiences that library more reflective of Chicago. Success means increasing evidence of engagement with CPL’s online content, reflect and engage continuing emphasis on digitizing collections, and expanding available Chicago’s diverse resources and materials in multiple neighborhoods and languages and formats. people equitably ENHANCE PATRON AND STAFF CAPACITY TO USE TECHNOLOGY AND and inclusively. OTHER RESOURCES WITH GREATER 1 CONFIDENCE AND SKILL. Success means continuing to engage CPL provides every Chicagoan with access to knowledge, patrons in technology initiatives, partnering information and experiences to help them reach their potential with industry leaders to deliver innovative as individuals and as active members of their communities.
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