TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Brian Ambrose, Community Services Director
PREPARED BY: Gretchen Sedlacek, Assistant Management Analyst - Library
SUBJECT:
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Approve the Murrieta Public Library Strategic Plan 2024
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RECOMMENDATION
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Approve the Murrieta Public Library Strategic Plan 2024.
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PRIOR ACTION/VOTE
None.
CITY COUNCIL GOAL
Coordinate and deliver responsive, effective community services.
BACKGROUND
The Murrieta Public Library Strategic Plan 2024 is a comprehensive roadmap designed to propel the Library forward with recognition of its updated mission and vision statements. This strategic planning initiative began in 2023 and has been a collaborative journey that started with a community survey on library services. Three planning sessions involving Library staff were conducted, including a combination of SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) and SOAR (Strengths, Opportunities, Aspirations, and Results) analyses. Finally, a community engagement session was held that invited input from selected stakeholders.
In general, a relevant strategic plan brings staff and stakeholders together to formulate a comprehensive roadmap that is mutually agreed upon. The process involves many steps, including identifying the organization’s values, setting goals, identifying resources required to complete benchmarks, and formulating the strategies required for the ultimate implementation. To ensure the plan remains dynamic and responsive, a key feature is its status as a living document, subject to reevaluation and updates every three to five years. This strategic plan not only sets a clear direction for the Library’s future, including goals, objectives, and strategies, but it also embodies the Library’s commitment to providing outstanding services that align with the values and aspirations of the Murrieta community.
During the Strategic Planning process, a new Mission and Vision Statement were created:
Mission Statement: The Murrieta Public Library is a welcoming space for all, dedicated to providing free and equitable access to information, services, and technology. We are committed to serving as the heart of the community, empowering individuals, and promoting resilience and a sense of belonging.
Vision Statement: We aim to inspire lifelong learning, creativity, and curiosity with an understanding of the needs of our diverse community. We seek to improve the quality of life through partnerships, innovation, and meaningful connections.
Three overarching goals for the Library have been developed as part of this process:
Goal 1: As a community hub, expand library services, programs, and resources.
Goal 2: Broaden community connections and engagement.
Goal 3: Build a harmonious and professional workplace.
Within each of these three goals are objectives/benchmarks that are SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Following through on the overarching goals by completing the objectives/benchmarks will create the next chapter in the story of the Murrieta Public Library.
Attachment 1 is the draft version for review.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft - Strategic Plan 2024