Collection Development Manual 2005/2006
Circulating Collection Overview

Action Items 2005/2006

FY 2005/2006 will years when we concentrate heavily on our collections. Surveys indicate that the vast majority of people come into our library to borrow materials. We have spent several years focusing our initiatives on technology. It is time to focus on our collections.

Two big projects in FY2005 have had a major impact on our collections. The First Floor Reorganization Project and our LSTA Serving People with Disabilities grant have resulted in:

• New public service desks for Information Services (Reference) and Customer Services (Circulation) which bring visual excitement, increased access, and a new footprint to their respective areas
• Comprehensive and dramatic new signage has made it easier for people to find resources and help in the library
• Reorganized first floor space has enabled us to offer easier access to materials and room for new browsing collections
• Reorganized space has more of a "retail" feel, enabling us to better merchandise and promote our collections

Additionally, a new revolving account from feature film rental fees has enabled us to expand our nonprint collections to meet increased demand.

At the end of FY2005/2006 we hope to see increased circulation, increased foot traffic and increased customer satisfaction with our renewed emphasis on making our collections more relevant to our customers.