HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5043-02-2019A Resolution
NO. 5043-02-2019
ADOPTING THE FORT WORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY'S 2019-2021 STRATEGIC
SERVICES PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth Public Library was established by Chapter XVII of the City
Charter; and
WHEREAS, since the first library opened in 1901 the Fort Worth Public Library has expanded
to 16 locations across the city with immense resources to serve nearly 900,000 residents; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth Public Library has recently completed the Library's
strategic services plan, hereby designated the Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-
2021; and
WHEREAS, the Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021 outlines the
strategic direction for the next three years, including a new mission, vision, values and strategic focus
areas; and
WHEREAS, the Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021 will serve as a
road map for staff as they drive the expansion and evolution of the Fort Worth Public Library; and
WHEREAS, the Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021 will provide a
blueprint for decision-making stakeholders as they work to position the Library as a relevant and
essential civic asset; and
WHEREAS, at its public meeting on December 6, 2018, the Library Advisory Board was
presented with an overview of the upcoming strategic services plan, to which it responded favorably and
provided comments in support of the contents of the plan; and
WHEREAS, adoption of the Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021 by
the City of Fort Worth demonstrates commitment to providing library services and meeting community
needs through achievement of the strategic direction outlined in the plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
The Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021 is hereby
adopted in its entirety and shall be incorporated into and made a part of the City's
Comprehensive Plan and/or other planning documents.
Adopted this 2nd day of February 2019.
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUIYCIIL ACTION: Approved on 21512019 - Resolution No. 5043-02-2019
DATE: Tuesday, February 5, 2019 REFERENCE NO.: **G-19479
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SUBJECT:
Adopt Resolution for the Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021 (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached resolution for the Fort Worth Public Library
Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021, and incorporating it by reference into the City's Comprehensive Plan
and/or other planning documents.
DISCUSSION:
The City Council was briefed during the December 11, 2018 Work Session on the Fort Worth Public
Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-2021. The presentation included background information on the
planning process, methodology, community and staff engagement and results. This Mayor and Council
Communication recommends adoption of the Fort Worth Public Library Strategic Services Plan 2019-
2021.
The primary objectives of the new plan initiative are to: re -envision the Library's programs and services to
create meaningful and impactful customer experiences; lay the groundwork for future community
partnerships and collaborations with other like-minded organizations; and provide Library staff with
direction for the future.
The planning process was intended to realign library services and programs with community needs and
aspirations, and amplify the Library's resources to create the most significant impact for Fort Worth
residents. The data collection process included extensive engagement with the community and staff
utilizing a variety of tools and methods, including: dozens of in-depth customer interviews; four community
workshops open to the public; online surveys; a breakfast workshop with leaders representing community
organizations and city departments; a focus group with the City Manager and Assistant City Managers; in-
depth interviews and one-on-one conversations with a variety of stakeholders. This process allowed the
community to identify needs, challenges, and opportunities, as well as ways it would like to use the Library
services in the future.
The outcome of the process is a new services plan rooted in new mission and vision statements and
clearly identified values. The plan identifies six strategic focus areas for the Fort Worth Public
Library: Customer Engagement; Arts & Culture; Books & Reading; Community Vitality; Education &
Growth; and Employee Engagement. Each focus area is based on community needs and provides a road
map for staff as they drive the expansion and evolution of the Fort Worth Public Library.
Strategies and initiatives for implementation of the plan will be identified and assessed through the Library
department's operational business plan process over the next three years.
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The new plan will be available on the Library's website at www.FortWorthLibrary.org and there will be a
communication effort to promote the plan to the public.
At its public meeting on December 6, 2018, the Library Advisory Board was presented with an overview of
the upcoming strategic services plan. The board responded favorably and provided comments in support
of the contents of the plan.
This M&C does not request approval of a contract with a business entity.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that this action will have no material effect on City Funds.
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