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Home My WebLink AboutAGENDA REPORT 2024 0312 LB REG ITEM 07BCITY OF MOORPARK MOORPARK LIBRARY BOARD AGENDA REPORT TO: Moorpark Library Board FROM: Jessica Sandifer, Deputy Parks and Recreation Director BY: Christine Conwell, City Library DATE: 3/12/2024 (Regular Meeting) SUBJECT: Consider Library Quarterly Report for Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2023/2024 DISCUSSION Attached is the Second Quarter Report for Fiscal Year 2023-24 for the Moorpark City Library. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Receive and file the report. Attachment – Quarter 2 Report ITEM: 7.B. 4 Attachment – Quarter 2 Report ATTACHMENT: 1 Library Board 3/12/2024 Regular Meeting Page 2 Moorpark City Library Quarterly Report October – December 2023 Highlights: The Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on October 14 brought together 100 attendees of all ages and backgrounds to witness a rare celestial event. Telescopes and solar filters provided close-up views of the eclipse, eliciting awe from participants, some of whom were experiencing such sights for the first time. Pam Hoffman, of Everyday Spacer and the Ventura County Astronomical Society, enhanced the experience by answering questions and fostering connections among attendees. Leading up to the event, the Library distributed 500 free eclipse-viewing glasses to Moorpark residents. The 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show saw significant growth this year. Registered participants increased by 163%, totaling 245 contributors. Out of the registered participants, 117 pieces of artwork were displayed, showcasing the dedication and artistry of the individuals involved. In early November, we received a generous donation from a patron—a large flat-screen television—which has since been strategically placed in a central area of the library. This television serves multiple purposes, including displaying advertisements for upcoming programs and enhancing our morning storytime sessions. The Local Author Showcase and Book Sale on November 18 was successful despite weather challenges. The event featured works from 27 Ventura County authors, generating excitement and engagement. Adding these authors' books to the Library's Local Author Collection will ensure ongoing visibility and recognition within the community. Overall, the event celebrated local writers and readers and contributed to the area's cultural vibrancy while providing exposure for authors in Moorpark’s literary scene. Recruitment began in December for a new Teen Librarian. 5 Attachment – Quarter 2 Report ATTACHMENT: 1 Library Board 3/12/2024 Regular Meeting Page 3 Moorpark City Library Quarterly Statistics, FY 2023-2024 Library Usage Door Count Cards Issued Public Computer Sessions Reference Questions Number of Volunteers Volunteer Hours Fiscal Year 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 October 5,189 5,782 111 98 357 337 46 105 20 16 40 38 November 4,284 4,014 87 88 298 283 79 115 7 13 14 30 December 3,854 4,316 82 69 259 282 59 92 22 15 43 32 1st QTR 14,613 13,452 401 420 1,177 1,027 293 385 55 34 121 90 2nd QTR 13,327 14,112 280 255 914 902 184 312 49 44 97 100 YTD 27,940 27,964 681 675 2,091 1,929 477 697 104 78 218 190 Physical Circulation Electronic Circulation Total Circulation Holds Placed In-Library Use Fiscal Year 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 October 6,728 7,672 1,020 1,074 7,748 8,746 1,242 1,318 783 677 November 6,464 6,623 959 831 7,423 7,454 1,236 1,244 772 511 December 5,351 6,467 844 950 6,195 7,417 1,210 1,083 655 799 1st QTR 21,560 22,270 2,988 2,853 24,548 25,123 4,030 3,796 2,794 2,839 2nd QTR 18,543 20,762 2,823 2,855 21,366 23,617 3688 3,645 2,210 1,987 YTD 40,103 43,032 5,811 5,708 45,914 48,740 7,718 7,441 5,004 4,826 Collections: A large collection of video and audio from the Alexander Street collection from ProQuest are now available statewide as part of the K-12 Online Resources program. The collection includes video of Gustavo Dudamel when he joined the L.A. Philharmonic, over 400 audio plays produced by L.A. Theatre Works, a documentary about how Hamilton got to the stage, and Benedict Cumberbatch in the National Theatre of Britian’s production of Frankenstein. The full list and descriptions of these 6 Attachment – Quarter 2 Report ATTACHMENT: 1 Library Board 3/12/2024 Regular Meeting Page 4 Alexander Street subscriptions are available below. These resources will be of interest to families, teaching artists, and art-loving patrons. This collection includes: • Audio Drama: The L.A. Theatre Works Collections • Music Online: Smithsonian Global Sound for Libraries • Music Online: The Quest TV Collection • Dance Online: Dance in Video • The Broadway On Demand Collection • National Theatre Collections • The Royal Shakespeare Company Collection • Theatre in Video • Classical Music in Video • Opera in Video Children’s Programs Children’s Attendance Teen Programs Teen Attendance Adult Programs Adult Attendance Fiscal Year 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 October 12 17 213 519 3 2 18 5 5 5 35 62 November 7 14 159 227 2 3 3 6 5 6 49 70 December 10 12 504 208 3 3 22 18 5 5 54 38 1st QTR 47 44 1,075 1,120 12 29 77 103 16 20 128 149 2nd QTR 29 43 896 954 8 8 44 29 15 16 138 170 YTD 76 87 1,971 2,074 20 37 121 132 31 36 266 319 All Ages Programs All Ages Attendance Total Programs Total Program Attendance Self-Directed Programs Self-Directed Participation Fiscal Year 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 October 4 3 118 343 24 27 384 929 1 3 500 204 November 2 1 211 21 16 24 443 324 2 2 143 38 December 1 3 15 230 19 23 595 494 1 4 15 92 1st QTR 4 2 244 58 79 95 1,524 1,430 7 5 152 78 2nd QTR 7 7 344 594 59 74 1,422 1,747 4 9 658 334 YTD 11 9 588 652 138 169 2,946 3,177 11 29 810 412 7 Attachment – Quarter 2 Report ATTACHMENT: 1 Library Board 3/12/2024 Regular Meeting Page 5 Programming: Over Thanksgiving weekend, our Snuggly Saturday program had several participants visiting family for the holiday and choosing to spend their time at the Library, dressed in pajamas, enjoying board games and crafts. The overwhelmingly positive feedback received from participants and expressed interest from newcomers in future Snuggly Saturday events underscores the program's potential for sustained success and continued community involvement. Facebook Page Visits Instagram Profile Visits Teen Instagram Profile Visits YouTube Unique Views Unique Webpage Views Fiscal Year 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 23-24 22-23 October 295 79 196 112 12 17 29 42 11,598 9,047 November 247 74 169 98 8 31 29 79 10,318 8,432 December 160 65 122 93 18 25 20 42 15,235 9,663 1st QTR 677 397 408 536 51 136 92 99 32,322 28,185 2nd QTR 702 218 487 303 38 73 58 163 37,151 27,142 YTD 1,379 615 895 839 89 209 150 262 69,513 55,327 Marketing and Outreach: We have expanded our regular rotating class visit schedule by adding a preschool class from Walnut Canyon Elementary School. During their October visit to the Library, Ms. Kellsie provided them with a tour of the library and instructions on appropriate beh avior and book care. It was evident that many of the children were experiencing the library for the first time. We are thrilled to include this third class in our monthly schedule, further enhancing our outreach efforts. For the 2023 Country Days, Library staff and supporters came together to create an engaging and visually appealing banner that celebrated the Library’s role in the community. The banner was adorned with colorful handprints created by patrons, arranged in flower bursts around the saying “Reading Grows Your Mind! Visit the Moorpark City Library.” A notable highlight was the presence of a couple of Storytime families, who decorated their wagons and strollers, adding a fun element to the parade. At the Library’s booth, staff distributed bookmarks, eclipse viewing glasses, wildflower seed packets, and flyers about upcoming events and encouraged people to visit the Library. 8 Attachment – Quarter 2 Report ATTACHMENT: 1 Library Board 3/12/2024 Regular Meeting Page 6 Amidst the festive air of the Holiday on High Street community event on December 2, our library sparkled with creativity. Engaging the community spirit, we joined the celebration by crafting 288 holiday ornaments with participants. The event was a delightful fusion of creativity and community, fostering a memorable experience for all who participated. During a December outreach event to Laurel Heights Senior Living, we proposed merging their declining book club with our adult book club on Zoom. The seniors enthusiastically embraced the idea, adding their own flair with suggested refreshments, transforming the virtual gatherings into lively social events. This collaboration promises to foster shared stories, vibrant discussions, and new friendships. 9