NMRLS Community Survey Sample 2
large Public Library, 2004
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YOUR LIBRARY NEEDS YOUR HELP!

The Public Library is planning for the next five years. This survey is a chance for you to comment on present library services and those that you would like to see in the future. Please join in thinking about the future by answering the questions below.

Please complete this survey by~~~2004.

1. Below is a list of services the Public Library currently offers. Please indicate which of these services you have used.

Books
Books on Tape
Large Print Books
Reference Materials
Magazines
Newspapers
Movies - Video/DVD
E-Mail
Information on the Net
Word Processing
Genealogy Search
Microfilm
Librarian Assistance
Museum Passes
Copy Machines
Tax Forms
School Reading Lists
Children's Room
Children's Programs
Story Times
Adult Programs



2. Keeping in mind that funding is limited, how important would you rate the following items that could add space and/or services to the library.


   Important Somewhat Important Not Important 
More Staff Available to Assist Patrons
Expanded Bestseller/Browsing Area
Quiet Study Space
Comfortable Reading Areas
Computer Training Lab
Business Ctr. with specialized services: i.e. email, fax, scanner
More Room for Videos, Audio Books, and CDs
Film or book discussion groups
Separate Area for Young Adults
More After School Programs
More Toddler Programs
More Adult Programs
3. Are there other programs or services not mentioned above that you would like to see the library offer?
4. Do you currently use the library?
Yes
No

5. How often do you visit the library in a typical month?

6. What does the Library offer that you value the most?
7. What additional improvements do you suggest?
8. Please help us analyze your responses by supplying the following information (optional):
Female
Male

9. Your Age (optional):


 
Thank you for taking the time to complete our survey!