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PARKS, RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
799 Moorpark Avenue,Moorpark,California 93021 (805)517-6200 fax(805)532-2550
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING AGENDA
March 13, 2012
6:00 p.m.
Moorpark Community Center 799 Moorpark Avenue
1. CALL TO ORDER AND OATH OF OFFICE:
Following the Call to Order, the City Clerk will administer the Oath of Office to newly
appointed Board Member Robert Perez.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
3. ROLL CALL:
4. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS:
A. Consider Nomination and Selection of President and President Pro Tem.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA:
7. ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS AND REPORTS ON
MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY COMMISSIONERS:
8. PRESENTATIONS/ACTION/DISCUSSION:
A. Consider Library Annual Report. Staff Recommendation: Provide direction to
staff as deemed appropriate.
B. Consider Library Vision Statement. Staff Recommendation: Provide direction
to staff as deemed appropriate. (Continued from January 10, 2012)
C. Consider Goals and Objectives for Joint Meeting with City Council. Staff
Recommendation: Provide direction to staff as deemed appropriate.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Approval of Minutes for Library Board's Regular Meeting of January 10,
2012. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented.
10. ADJOURNMENT:
Library Board Agenda
March 13, 2012
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hours. The agenda packet for all regular Library Board meetings is also available on the City's website at
www.ci.mooraark.ca.us.
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a Discussion item.Speakers who wish to address the Board concerning a Discussion item must do so during
the Discussion portion of the Agenda for that item.Speaker cards must be received by the Recording Secretary
for Public Comment prior to the beginning of the Public Comments portion of the meeting;and for a Discussion
item, prior to the Chair's call for speaker cards for each Discussion agenda item. A limitation of three minutes
shall be imposed upon each Public Comment and Discussion item speaker. Written Statement Cards may be
submitted in lieu of speaking orally for Discussion items. Any questions concerning any agenda item may be
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assuring reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting(28 CFR 35.102-35.104;
ADA Title 11).
City of Moorpark )
County of Ventura ) ss.
State of California )
1, Patty Anderson, Administrative Assistant of the City of Moorpark, County of Ventura,
State of California, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury that I posted a copy of the
Notice of the Regular Meeting of the Library Board for March 13, 2012.
Executed this 7th day of March 2012, at Moorpark, California.
'Patty And on
Administrative Assistant
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department
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MOORPARK LIBRARY BOARD
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Honorable Library Board
FROM: John Brand, Senior Management Analyst U'
DATE: March 7, 2012 (Meeting of March 13, 2012)
SUBJECT: Consider Library Annual Report
BACKGROUND
Each year, staff prepares an Annual Report for the Moorpark City Library to review.
Attached is the 2011 report.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Provide direction to staff as deemed appropriate.
Attachment: Draft Annual Report
Moorpark City Library:
Transforming Lives,
One Person At A Time
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Moorpark City Library Annual Report 2011
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City Librarian, Heather Cousin
(photo courtesy of the Ventura County Star)
CITY LIBRARIAN'S MESSAGE
As we reflect on the successes and challenges of 2011, one thing is clear-- the
Moorpark City Library remains the place for your educational and entertainment needs.
Never has the demand for library services been higher. While the economy continues to
gain strength, we are able to cost-effectively provide access to materials and services
residents could not get anywhere else in the community— seven days a week, and in
the case of our online resources, 24 hours a day.
We are the only place in town to:
• Check out a DVD for free
• Have free access to computers with the latest in productivity software and
high speed internet access
• Enjoy free Wi-Fi in a quiet, non-commercial setting
• • Receive free homework help from trained tutors, online
• Access over 200 online reference sources not available over the internet
Not only is your Moorpark City Library providing services, we are helping residents to
transform their lives. The Library is about more than just the books on the shelves. It's
also the place where the unemployed can use the online program Career Transitions to
search for work, the business person is able to set up shop using our free Wi-Fi or the
hundreds of young families learning the value of early literacy through our programming.
We are changing lives — every day.
In 2011, we continued our transformation, as well. We successfully migrated to the
Polaris integrated library catalog system. Although this transition was challenging,
Library staff and users quickly adapted and appreciate the program's many benefits.
Switching to Polaris puts us one step closer to the day when we will seamlessly share
materials with other Polaris libraries, allowing Moorpark City Library cardholders access
to millions of items we could not house in our small library.
With the goal of improving access, we subscribed to a service containing over 200
reference sources. This online source allows library card holders to view, download or
print millions of academic and general interest articles and texts on thousands of
subjects only available through these databases.
To insure there was, indeed, something for everyone at the Library, we experimented
with providing new programming for adults, teens and families. Responding to public
demand, staff oversaw the creation of a Teen Advisory Board, a book club for adults,
offered the Library's first summer reading program for adults and successfully partnered
with the Moorpark Active Adult Center to provide uninterrupted meeting space during
renovations.
As we look to the future and our centennial year, 2012, we are excited by the new
opportunities that await. We eagerly anticipate the new, expanded library building
which will more than double our size and increase our capacity to offer the finest in
collections, programming and services. We gratefully acknowledge the continued
support of our numerous community partners who have enabled us to grow and stretch
in ways we never thought possible. Most importantly, we look forward to finding new
and innovative ways to offer you the highest level of customer service and the greatest
access to materials that challenge, entertain and enlighten!
Heather J. Cousin
City Librarian
Moorpark City Library
MOORPARK CITY LIBRARY 2011: YEAR AT A GLANCE
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January Heather Cousin, Children's Services Supervisor for the Arcadia Public Library,
accepts the position of Moorpark City Librarian.
Teen Librarian, Lisa Valdez, leaves and Serenity Wilcox, formerly Teen Librarian with
the Alameda County Library System, joins the staff as the new Teen Librarian.
James Rodriguez joins the staff as a Library Assistant.
Author and Moorpark Art's Foundation member, Tom Puckett, reads from and
discusses his novel, The Big Blur.
February The Library hosts the first meeting of the
f, Moorpark City Library Book Club for Adults.
The Friends of the Library holds the first of its two annual
book sales.
\I March The Library holds its first meeting of the 4Paws Book
Club, where children can read to a dog, to encourage
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reluctant readers.
4 Paws Book Club member, Lorenzo,
??xx and Dan Dan enjoy a good book.
The Polaris Integrated Library System makes its debut -- on the same day, the Library
welcomes four elementary school class visits!
April National Library Week and National Poetry Month is celebrated with the Library's
first Teen Poetry Slam.
The Library wins the Dia de Los Ninos/Dia de los Libros grant for the third straight year.
Youth Services Librarian, Meg Thackoorie, hosts Rafael and Katia, the Mariachi
Magicians, and several guest readers who perform stories in Tamil, Spanish and
Chinese.
The Library holds the first meeting of the Teen Advisory Board.
Blockbuster Video closes its Moorpark location leaving the Library as the primary
source of DVD "rentals" in Moorpark.
A clean water flood prompts the temporary closure of the Library. The building reopens
the following day. Thanks to the quick work of staff and patrons, no materials were lost
and no programming cancelled.
May The Library receives a $1,500 grant from Sage Publications to support its 4Paws
Book Club.
The Library receives a $1,000 donation from the Moorpark Women's Fortnightly Club to
support and promote Children's collections.
Staff holds volunteer orientations for teens interested in helping during the Summer
Reading Program.
June Library staff kickoff the Summer Reading Club, offering a wide variety of
programming and events for the whole family. For the first time, the Library offers a
Summer Reading Program for Adults.
July Library staff reaches out to local merchants and partners with Albertsons and
Starbucks who provide refreshments for various programs and events.
The City Council selects its first Library Board.
Staff enlists the help of teen volunteers who transfer over 3,000
DVDs to new locking cases. The new cases save shelving
• space and eliminate the need to keep titles behind the
Circulation desk. .
Library Assistant, Julie Oshiro-Leviste, leaves to work at the
Santa Clarita Library. Library Assistant, James Rodriguez,
Volunteers help with the DVD migration.
leaves for a position with the Ventura County Office of Veterans Affairs and Library
Page, Kevin MacDonald, leaves to attend California Polytechnic University, Pomona,
August The Summer Reading Club finale is held at the High Street Arts Center for the
first time. The program features Swazzle puppets.
As a result of a re-flooring project at the City's Active Adult Center, the Library
welcomes several of the Center's programs including the Knit and Crochet Club,
Discussion and Writing groups.
Library Technician, Salvador Villa, is named Library Systems and Services Employee of
the Month.
Library staff attends Library Systems and Services sponsored Staff Development Day.
Library Assistant, Caitlin Rickard leaves to attend the University of California, Santa
Cruz.
Staff welcomes three new Library Assistants, Caitlin Riopelle, Pat Smith and Laura
Herrera.
September City staff completes the installation and setup of 12 new public computers
with the latest in productivity software. Six
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laptops are also added to the Library's
Envisionware profile enabling better tracking.
_ -1 In celebration of National Library Card Sign-Up
-� -- , .- month, the Library holds a Star Wars Day event,
drawing over 150 participants, some from as far
away as Los Angeles. Over 25 new library
cards are issued during the event.
Library staff begin actively promoting and
collaborating with Parks, Recreation and
Community Services staff on programs and
_ events.
Members of the 501st Storm Trooper Legion: Vader's
Fist celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month. October The Library's Facebook page
welcomes its 100th follower.
Library staff participate in the annual Moorpark Country Days celebration.
The City's Active Adult Center Knitting Group begins offering free knitting and crochet
instruction twice a month.
1 Children begin attending the Library's Guy and Girl Gaming program.
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The Library's Ghost Hunting Around Moorpark event draws over 50.
Staff begin meeting with community partners to plan for the Library's 100th Anniversary
in 2012.
November The Library features guest readers, Mayor Janice Parvin, Police Chief, Ron
Nelson, local children's author Mary Ann Fraser and Miss Teen
Moorpark winner, Princess Lexi, during Family Storytime in
recognition of Early Literacy Month. �z;
A panel of local authors discusses the writing craft in celebration
of National Write Your Novel Month.
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Adult job seekers attend a workshop on the Library's Career
Transitions occupational database. This program marks the first
time Career Transitions has offered a live training for library users. Mrs. T and Moorpark Police Chief, Ron
Nelson celebrate Early Literacy Month.
The Library reenters the virtual reference market making over 200
online reference resources available to library card holders.
After repeated vandalism, laptops in the Library's meeting room are removed from
public use.
December The Library wins the competitive California Reads, Searching for
Democracy grant offered by the California Council for the Humanities. The grant
supports community discussions, programming and events related to the topic of
democracy and democratic institutions.
The Library begins offering basic computer instruction for adults.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE
j According to SR Ranganathan in his classic The Five Laws of Library Science
(Bombay: Asia Pub. House, 1963), there are five laws or guiding principles of library
service:
• Books are for use
• Every reader, his book
• Every book, its reader
• Save the time of the reader
• A library is a growing organism
Of course, today's Moorpark City Library enables access to far more resources than
could have been envisioned in Ranganathan's time. The basic premise, however, still
holds true: the work of the public library is to provide free, unrestricted access to the
wealth of information and materials necessary to enhance the intellectual and leisure
pursuits of the community.
To provide excellent customer service in such an environment requires a
knowledgeable, accessible staff with the tools required to make searching easier,
information retrieval fast with minimal errors and with a commitment to its community.
In 2011, Moorpark City Library was fortunate to have just such a staff.
Your Library Staff
Collectively, Moorpark City Library staff possess
over 50 years of library experience. Seven full-time
equivalent employees have areas of
specialization such as children, teen and adult
services and are fully cross trained to handle NOW-
the variety of inquiries and situations which
arise in a very heavily used and active library.
The Moorpark City Library staff has been
managed by Library Systems and Services ` •
(LSSI), based in Germantown, Maryland, since
the City took over Library operations in 2007.
The 30 year old, international company has . ,
over 500 employees in its West Coast division, ‘'N
of which Moorpark is a part. In addition to
{ having strong personal ties to the community .
they serve, Moorpark City Library staff work
closely with the rest of the Moorpark City staff Library Staff, (left to right) Cindy Cooper, Marcella Ross, Cai
to insure the highest level of responsive Rickard, Jemima Perry and Salvador Villa assist four element;
school groups while changing to the new Polaris Integrated Libr,
customer service. System.
As one example of the outstanding service commitment of Moorpark City Library staff,
in August of 2011, Library Technician, Salvador Villa, was named LSSI's West Coast
Employee of the Month. This award recognizes Salvador's outstanding service to the
Library and community and competition is extremely competitive.
Circulation Staff and Years of Service
' -- - •h. Caitlin Riopelle, Library Assistant, .5 years
' , - Cindy Cooper, Library Assistant, 5 years
' , I i' Laura Herrera, Library Assistant, .5 years
Marcella Ross, Library Assistant, 4 years
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Pat Smith, Library Assistant, .5 years
Salvador Villa, Library Technician, 9 years
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Arianne Leong-Kha, Library Page, .5 years
- Leandra Ito, Library Page, .5 years
Ted Wilcox, Library Page, 4 years
Library Technician, Salvador Villa accepts his LSSI Historically, Circulation staff maintained the
Employee of the Month award from West Coast basic library workflow -- checking library
Vice President, Mark Smith, City Librarian, Heather
Cousin and Desert Zone Manager, Barbara Bowie. materials in and out. In the modern library and
• especially with a staff as small as Moorpark's,
circulation staff members are jacks and jills of all trades. Some typical duties of the
Moorpark circulation staff, in addition to check in and check out:
• First line reference and information referral -- serving as the first point of contact
for patrons who call or visit the library, circulation staff may answer hundreds of
questions every day, from the routine directional question to the highly
complicated reader's advisory inquiry
• Cataloging —each item included in the collection, whether donated or purchased
must assigned subject area numbers or locator information so staff and the
public can find it
• Processing — affixing labels, stickers and barcodes to items to insure proper
shelving and making items easier to find amid the collection
• Repair—evaluating the condition of items and repairing those which can be
returned to circulation, saving the Library thousands of dollars every year
• Processing Requests —every request or "hold" placed on an item requires a staff
member to locate and retrieve it from the shelf
Librarians _
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Serenity Wilcox, Teen Librarian, 1 year of service Meg Thackoorie (Mrs. T) and teen
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The Library employs two full-time librarians for both Adult (who also doubles as the City
Librarian) and Youth Services and one 3/4 time Librarian for Teen Services. Each
�_ _. Librarian holds a Master's degree in Library
Science and regularly participates in
continued education and training programs.
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r • Collection development-- purchasing•
- and discarding items within the collection
• _ : _ • based on the City's Materials Selection policy
Teen Librarian, Serenity Wilcox and community demand
• Research — assisting patrons with in-
depth and routine information inquiries
• Programming —from storytime to computer instruction, librarians plan, present
and coordinate routine and special events on a variety of topics in response to
community demand
• Reader's advisory—assisting readers and non-readers with the selection of
appropriate materials
The Integrated Library Software System: Meet Polaris
Since Moorpark became an independent, City library in 2007, 2011 marked the single
largest change in customer service, the migration from the Horizon Integrated Library
System to the implementation of the Polaris Integrated Library POLARIS
Software System, or ILS. An ILS provides the electronic ',
backbone or framework around which the library is organized. It Children's ' Catalog
stores, organizes and links patron and material data making the
majority of modern library tasks possible. Polaris integrates and
coordinates the library catalog, circulation, acquisitions and cataloging functions into
one system enabling easier and faster service for patrons and staff alike. Polaris has
many features not found with the Library's previous system, like a separate interface for
children.
Beginning in February of 2011, library staff met with the LSSI Polaris implementation
team to start the data mapping process. This involved extensively examining each area
of the existing collection, correcting any errors and omissions in both patron and
material data and taking hours of training to become familiar with the new system before
it came on line.
Just six weeks later, we went "live" with Polaris. As with any new operating system,
there was an adjustment period in which staff and patron alike, learned new ways of
handling old tasks. Sometimes the transition went smoothly, sometimes it proved more
challenging. While some data was lost in the migration, in the succeeding months,
everyone adapted to the new system and patrons and staff continue to learn and
explore new functions and features available through Polaris.
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PROGRAMMING
While many come to the library because of its wide range of resources -- print, digital,
audio and visual --the Moorpark City Library also provides access to a wide variety of
programs designed to inform, enlighten and entertain. Libraries historically have
provided programming, usually family story time type events, to both promote their
resources and give parents and caregivers a model on which to model their own
reading behaviors with their children. From those earliest experiences, library patrons
have come to expect and demand more diverse and differentiated programming and
Moorpark's patrons are no exception.
Whether its introducing our youngest library patrons to the value of reading through
storytime, making a connection with a reluctant teen at a Twilight Party or exploring our
fiction collection with the book club for adults, in 2011, the Library provided the highest
quality programming for Moorpark residents. The following represent just a few of the
over 300 events Moorpark City Library users enjoyed in 2011:
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Adult Programming
• Web training for job seekers -- November marked the Library's first webinar to
introduce job seekers the Career Transitions job search database. The program
was a Transitions joint event
and the with participation Ventura County from Job Gale
Center.Cengage, makers of Career
time wool= • Author visits --the Library enjoyed visits
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National Novel Writing Month Month
(NalloWriMo)
• Knit and Crochet Club -- this ongoing
program is a result of the Library's partnership
with the Active Adult Center and was started as a
way for the AAC's experts to teach the basics of
knitting and crochet to interested adults, teens
November's celebration of NalloWriMo included local and children.
authors, (l-r) Sheila Lowe, Joan Blatcher, Sofia Diana
Gabel and Sally Carpenter.
Teen
• Teen Advisory Board -- charged with providing suggestions for and assisting with
programming geared to teens. The first meeting of this growing group is held in
2011.
• Poetry Slam --judges awarded gift cards and other prizes as participants read
original and previously published poetry.
• Teen Wii Wednesday -- combining activity and video games, this event brings in
readers and non-readers alike to compete in such games as Guitar Hero, Mario
Cart and Wii Sports Resort.
Children's
• Dia de los Ninos/Dia de los Libros --this annual event throws a bilingual spotlight
on the importance of reading to and with children. Timed to coincide with the
Moorpark Arts Festival, library staff welcomed the popular Mariachi Magicians,
Rafael and Katia and several bilingual families read stories from their homelands
including, for the first time, stories from Sri Lanka (Tamil).
• 4 Paws Book Club -- pairing reluctant elementary student readers and specially
trained assistance dogs, this program is designed to foster reading improvement
through positive reinforcement. As a result of a partnership with the Los Angeles
based, Paws 4 Healing Therapy animal group, children as young as Kindergarten
had the pleasure of reading to a very attentive service dog during this program's
inaugural year.
j' '`"= . • Little Bilingual Readers -- the result of collaboration between
= Ventura County First 5 and the Library, this popular program offers
- • bilingual storytime, songs and crafts to families with young children.
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Summer Reading Program:
By far, the most consistently popular program at the Moorpark City Library is its
Summer Reading Club. Generously supported by the Moorpark Friends of the Library,
the program is designed to provide a meaningful and fun way for families to encourage
children and teens to continue reading during the summer months. Dozens of studies,
conducted by libraries and academic institutions have shown, children who stop or
decrease their reading during the summer actually lose critical reading skills and take
more time to regain those skills when school resumes in the Fall.
For the first time, California libraries sought to quantify their summer reading results, an
1 endeavor in which Moorpark was happy to participate. Amidst the craft programs,
performers and other special events, Moorpark's Youth Services Librarian, Meg
Thackoorie, collected detailed statistics and qualitative surveys from program
participants. Results from the 2011 program will be available before 2012's Summer
Reading Program begins enabling staff throughout the state to integrate the findings
into their future Summer programs.
One World Many Stories
While the foundation of the Summer Reading Program is to boost or maintain reading
proficiency, the cornerstone of the event is fun! Weekly family performances were held
in the Apricot Room and family films shown by the Moorpark Friends of the Library
Fridays in July. Over 1,300 attended these Children's events. Some of the outstanding
performers included: Stories All Around with Steve Henegar, the Magic of Literature with
Brock Edwards and the inspirational puppet show by master puppeteers, Swazzle's,
The Dream Carver. As an added bonus, those who attended the children's program
finale saw it in the beautiful, historic High Street Arts Center. Ultimately, over 557
_ participated with 156 completing the program and receiving
their free book prize.
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_ Although many libraries have trouble inspiring teen
J participation, Teen Librarian, Serenity Wilcox, had great
8 numbers at her events, which included hypnotist, Marc
Bachrach's comedy hypnotist show, and several craft inspired
` - programs like the t shirt overhaul, fused plastic project making
and the marshmallow challenge.
'any �,..ates a marshmallow structure during the
rary's Teen Summer Reading Program.
Novel Destinations
Summer 2011 also brought with it Moorpark's first Adult Summer Reading Program.
Although smaller numbers participated, adults had a wide variety of offerings from which
to choose, including the Armchair Traveler Movies series, Volunteering Your Way
Around the World featuring local Peace Corps volunteers who shared their experiences
in exotic locales and both a book and writer's club.
National Library Card Sign Up Month
Annually, libraries across the country host programs and events in September to
encourage those without them to get a library card. Most libraries offer special
programming and events designed to encourage reluctant readers, young families and
others who may not have visited their local library recently to stop in and visit. Thanks to
the volunteers from the 501st Legion, Vader's Fist, the Library celebrated National
Library Card Sign Up month with an out of this world tribute to the celebrated film
classic, Star Wars.
Originally the brain child of Rancho Cucamonga Library staff members, Adam
Tuckerman and Allen Callaci as a way to promote library
usage among older children, teens and reluctant readers,
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Moorpark's Star Wars Day included something for the .T n `a ''
entire family. In addition to costumed characters, there
were pet look alike contests, stories and a cookie " 1, 1}
decorating program. The program was among the .
highest attended in 2011 and garnered 25 new library
card applications.
Mandelorian Mercenaries of the 501st Legion:
Vader's Fist, pose in the Children's Room
during National Library Card Sign Up Month's
Star Wars Day. (photo courtesy of the Ventura
County Star)
COLLECTIONS
Users of the Moorpark City Library enjoy a wealth of diverse resources. Whether it's
informational or entertainment materials, Library users can find virtually everything they
seek. All our collections are dynamic, constantly growing and changing. Librarians and
library staff continually add and evaluate items to include or withdraw from the shelves.
Staff vigilantly monitor the collection adding gently used donated items, purchase high
demand items before requested and remove those items which are damaged or no
longer in demand. In 2011, Library staff added 1,850 items, an average of 154 items
each month!
Physical Collections
Print Collections
As mentioned previously, Library staff are constantly adding to and refining the existing
print collections within the Library. 2011 was no exception. Teen Librarian, Serenity
Wilcox and Youth Services Librarian, Meg Thackoorie, analyzed and refined the
Children's and Teen collections. Their efforts resulted in increased shelf space for new
materials and a more user friendly arrangement.
DVD Migration
In April of 2011, thanks to the closure of the City's only remaining Blockbuster, the
Library became one of a handful of locations in Moorpark where patrons could obtain
"rental" DVDs and the only one allowing free "rentals". In an effort to conserve shelf
space and streamline the use of one of the Library's most popular collections, Moorpark
'i staff and volunteers embarked on an ambitious project during July of 2011 — changing
the Library's over 3,000 DVDs to new, theft deterrent cases. The new locking cases
resemble the standard DVD case, however, they contain a locking mechanism which
can only be unlocked by staff.
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The Collection Without Borders
Beyond those items the Library actually has on hand, our reach extends far beyond our
physical space through such services as interlibrary loans and our expanded digital
resources.
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Interlibrary Loans
Libraries across the country and around the world regularly send items to other libraries
for use by their patrons. Often there is no direct cost to either the borrowing library
(except return postage) or the patron. Items typically requested for this type of loan
include academic, rare and/or such narrowly focused items they would be of little use to
the general library user. In 2011, 44 items were obtained for Moorpark Library card
holders.
Digital Resources
There are a number of good reasons libraries have digital or online collections. Firstly,
they enable the library to offer patrons access to more items
then they could ever hope to keep on their shelves regardless
brain accessed library size. Secondly, the digital collection can be
accessed even when the library is closed. Thirdly, the
> ,Y;: collection is continuously expanded and updated ensuring
patrons will see both a comprehensive retrospective collection
as well as real time updates. However, there is one large downside to digital collections,
one which most libraries cannot conquer— cost.
Responding to the declining use of the our online resources and a sharp increase in the
use of the Library by area teens, in 2009, then-City Librarian, Barbara Wolfe,
recommended the Library forego subscriptions to online databases and increase the
} hours of the Teen Librarian position. That decision enabled the Library to offer more
programming and collection expertise to more patrons, a stated goal of both the City
and Library staff.
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Thankfully, as a result of a very competitive market, the Library was able to reinstate
those databases in 2011, without sacrificing in any other budget areas. The
reinstatement of the databases meant Moorpark Library patrons would have access to
over 1,000 reference sources, millions of articles and images — none of which can be
obtained directly over the internet.
In addition to the Library's reinstated reference databases, staff saw increased usage in
the other digital resources, to which we subscribe:
• Brainfuse —The Library's online tutoring program jumped in use from 1,026
sessions in 2010 to over 3,000 in 2011. Possible explanations for the dramatic
spike in usage could be increased use of the service by adult patrons who are
using the program's resume review and career service functions and the need to
find low cost alternatives to private academic tutors
• Career Transitions—This one-stop-shop for vocational and career guidance
benefited from some concerted promotional efforts and the region's economy.
It is anticipated, barring unforeseen price spikes in 2012, the Library will continue
offering these well used resources.
SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS AND GOVERNING BODIES
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resources. With staff assistance, Friends have evaluated, marketed and sold donated
books at premium prices through online booksales and have increased the size and
scope of their periodic "Porch" sales.
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In July of 2011, the Friends took on the ambitious goal of hosting their first parking lot
sale with great success. Held during the peak of the Summer Reading program, the
Friends were able to generate great publicity and saw a dramatic increase in traffic and
sales.
The Library Board
In June of 2011, the Moorpark City Council began the process to empanel its first
separate Library Board. Following several public presentations, the Library Board was
sworn in July, 2011. In the same way the City Council provided guidance, direction and
oversight for Library staff, the Library Board meets regularly to address various
operational and procedural questions vital to Library business.
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Southern California Library Cooperative (SCLC)
Since first becoming an independent, City Library in 2007, Moorpark City Library has
been a member of SCLC. Among the numerous benefits of membership in this
organization are twice weekly deliveries of materials to other cooperative members
throughout the southland, special free or low cost training opportunities for library staff
and assistance with selecting and placing student interns in member libraries.
Due to dramatic budget shifts at the State level, SCLC experienced a turbulent 2011
when all funding was virtually eliminated from the budget in early December.
Fortunately, due to the foresight of its administrative staff and the commitment of
member libraries, the organization still maintains its most vital and popular service and,
as 2011 winds to a close, is looking for lower cost alternatives which will still enable it to
provide the services member libraries demand.
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STATISTICAL DATA
LIBRARY STATISTICS - 2011
Month Patron Circulation Cards Holds Inter Revenue Web Site
Count Issued Placed Library Hits
January 11,654 8,409 133 328 1 2,523 not available
February 1Q416 7,339 109 275 1 1,675 not available
March 12,438 7,085 135 296 4 1,682 not avaaable
April 11,711 7,832 178 361 2 2,534 not available
May 11,114 7,559 124 503 3 1,902 not available
June 10,589 11,456 172 486 0 1,756 not available
July 12,053 11,125 161 698 0 1,493 not available
August 11,413 10,832 174 671 2 1,672 not available
September 10,896 1Q800 219 577 2 2,287 not available
October 11,646 11,408 148 754 13 1,855 not available
November 9,650 10,985 119 591 9 1,328 not available
December 8,272 8,173 81 577 6 1,470 not available
Total 131,852 113,003 1,753 6,117 43 $ 22,179 -
Year Ago 144,032 97,948 2,024 4,650 66 $ 23,642 69,968
Yearly Avg 132,544 99,150 3,257 4,027 104 $ 22,688 70,831
Monthly 11,045 8,263 I 271 336 9 $ 1,891 5,903
g Month #of #of Event Tour Computer Volunteers Volunteer Brainfuse
Events Attendees Attendance log-ins Hours Sessions
January 23 1,443 0 1,882
February 6 365 0 2,035
March 10 473 152 1,892
April 18 447 27 2,076
May 19 433 0 1,829
June 27 462 0 1,693
July 36 1,211 0 1,399 54 1,472 245
August 47 609 0 1,462 45 260 198
September 25 628 0 1,687 19 84 465
October 30 763 92 1,887 20 56 285
November 25 286 0 1,774 18 65 300
December 24 378 0 1,475 13 29 n/a
Total 290 7,498 271 21,091 169 1,965 _ 1,493
Year Ago 184 8,517 734 22,462 not available not available not
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Monthly 13 415 72 not available not available not
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MOORPARK LIBRARY BOARD
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Honorable Library Board
FROM: John Brand, Senior Management Analyst
DATE: March 7, 2012 (Meeting of March 13, 2012)
SUBJECT: Consider Library Vision Statement(Continued from January 10, 2012)
BACKGROUND
At the January meeting, the Board discussed developing a Vision Statement to help the
Board and asked that this item be continued to its next meeting. The staff report from the
previous meeting is attached.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Provide direction to staff as deemed appropriate.
Attachment: Staff Report regarding Sample Library Vision Statements
MOORPARK LIBRARY BOARD
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Honorable Library Board
FROM: John Brand, Senior Management Analyst
DATE: January 4, 2012 (Meeting of January 10, 2012)
SUBJECT: Consider Sample Library Vision Statements
BACKGROUND
At their December meeting, the Board requested an opportunity to discuss a Mission
Statement for the Library Board.
The City of Moorpark has a singular Mission Statement, which is"Striving to preserve and
improve the quality of life in Moorpark." The City's boards, commissions, and its various
functional departments all operate under this Mission Statement.
It may be beneficial for the Board to consider a Vision Statement to help the Board
focus on potential Library objectives for the City Council's future consideration.
Attached for the Board's reference is a collection of sample library vision statements.
At a future meeting, the Board might consider its choices for a Vision Statement, and a
list of objectives to fulfill that vision.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Provide direction to staff as deemed appropriate.
Attachment: Sample Library Vision Statements
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21st Century Library Strategic Plan -
Vision Statement
Probably the most troublesome aspect of the Vision Statement is how it differs from the Mission
Statement.If you review very many you will find elements of each intermingled with each,because it
is difficult to separate the Mission from the Vision.Where the Mission Statement addressed the issue
of"Why does your library exist?",the Vision Statement presents an image toward which the library is
motivated and it inspires a compelling future—to become something more than most thought it
could be.
A definition I found particularly appropriate in this context is that'vision is a mental image produced
by the imagination'.What will you dare to dream that your library can become in the 21st Century
environment?Whatever it is—DREAM IT! —and make it your Vision Statement.
Keep in mind that this vision presupposes that you understand the future,the 21st Century
environment that will influence your library's future.What does it look like?What are its
characteristics and parameters?What are its real world factors regarding your library?What do you
want the library's 21st Century future to be?
VISION:
Like the Mission Statement,there is no"generic"library vision statement.AND,again,whether the
library is public,school,academic or special has a HUGE impact on your vision of what you want to
become.There are recommended elements of a Vision Statement that you may want to review when
developing your own vision for the 21st Century.A visions statement should:
•be an image toward which the library is motivated—guided by the strategic plan,
•challenge everyone to reach for something significant—inspire a compelling future that is
achievable,
•be an expression of how the library wants to be perceived in the future—what success looks like,
•provide a long-term focus for the entire library,
•include a vivid description of the library as it effectively carries out its operations,
•be library culture specific,
•be the most enjoyable part of a plan.
EXAMPLES:
Oklahoma State University Library says:"We will be the best performing land-grant university
library as measured by resource access and use by OSU students,faculty and the citizens of the state.
We will deliver these resources in a user-friendly and service-oriented manner.Our constituents will
consider us the preferred provider of learning and research information."
(Describes a clear,succinct vision that all members of the library can support and be inspired to
achieve.)
Southbury Library-Vision Statement contains almost 95o words,including;"The library will
not become irrelevant.Technology will not eliminate library usefulness.Technology will serve to
deliver information in a variety of new ways,taking advantage of the rapid improvements in
computers and communications."
(These 34 words could have been an OK vision statement.Not sure what to call the other 900+
words—interesting?)
The Dearborn Public Library fosters the spirit of exploration,the joy of reading,and the pursuit
of knowledge for all ages and cultures starting with the very young."
(Short,succinct and filled with laudable"visions"related to what people should gain from a library.)
Vision Descriptors:
Hopefully,these action descriptors are not too difficult to read.These should be very helpful in
creating a vivid description of your library's Vision Statement.
Vision Descriptors
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"The Xxxxxx Library offers individual enlightenment in every aspect of information
and technology in an environment that provides challenge, collaboration,
entertainment and welcome for all through proactive service that meets every need to
enhance quality of life."
OK,maybe it's a bit vague and hard to measure,but the intent was to give an example of what your
library's Vision Statement might include.
Since the Vision Statement is so visionary,it is difficult to offer a template for a vision statement,
but...._
•Name,
•Desire to be,
•What,
•Vision,
.(and,other stuff if you feel the need)
Again,Vision Statements do NOT have to be your own original brainchild of divine inspiration,
blood,sweat and tears.If it doesn't come as a natural creative process,don't torture yourself trying to
re-invent the wheel.Borrow,borrow,borrow.
Vision Statement Definitions and Examples(compiled by Anna McGowan and Jan
Sykes)
http://www.timethoughts.com/goalsetting/vision-statements.htm
A vision statement is a vivid idealized description of a desired outcome that inspires,
energizes and helps you create a mental picture of your target.It could be a vision of a
part of your life,or the outcome of a projector goal.
Vision statements are often confused with mission statements,but they serve
complementary purposes.
Vision Statement Guidelines
The best vision statements for result areas describe outcomes that are five to ten years
away,although some look even further out.
For projects and goals,the vision statement should focus on the desired outcome of the
project/goal at its completion date. Here are some guidelines for writing compelling and
powerful vision statements.
Summarize Your Vision in a Powerful Phrase
If possible,try to summarize your vision using a powerful phrase in the first paragraph of
your vision statement. Capturing the essence of your vision using a simple memorable
phrase can greatly enhance the effectiveness of your vision statement.This phrase will
serve as a trigger to the rest of the vision in the mind of everyone that reads it.
Take for instance Microsoft's vision of"A personal computer in every home
running Microsoft software." This simple yet very powerful phrase can be used
throughout the organization(hallways, internal web pages,plaques,etc.)to remind
everyone of the vision.
http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR 90.htm
Vision Statements and Mission Statements are the inspiring words chosen by successful
leaders to clearly and concisely convey the direction of the organization.By crafting a
clear mission statement and vision statement, you can powerfully communicate your
intentions and motivate your team or organization to realize an attractive and inspiring
common vision of the future.
"Mission Statements" and"Vision Statements"do two distinctly different jobs.
A Mission Statement defines the organization's purpose and primary objectives. Its prime
function is internal—to define the key measure or measures of the organization's success
—and its prime audience is the leadership team and stockholders.
Vision Statements also define the organizations purpose,but this time they do so in terms
of the organization's values rather than bottom line measures(values are guiding beliefs
about how things should be done.)The vision statement communicates both the purpose •
and values of the organization. For employees,it gives direction about how they are
to resources and services, and become a more fully collaborative organization
characterized by a challenging and supportive work environment that offers opportunities
for experimentation and creativity.The Library also will expand continuing education for
all personnel,build greater financial resources, and improve facilities. Specific efforts
will include providing stable and reliable collections of owned or licensed content,
offering an array of services that support current and lifelong learning,and organizing
information onto meaningful and accessible forms.The Library also will provide well-
equipped and functional workspaces for individuals and groups,manage sufficient space
to store collections in suitable environments,and serve as a cultural repository of
international importance.
Because of its outstanding services and collections,the Library will continue to be
internationally recognized for its leadership among research libraries,its contributions to
the University,and its role in the creation of knowledge and the development of an
educated and informed society.
Another one from Renssalaer Research Libraries
(http://librarvspi.edu/update.do?artcenterkev=1388):
Library Vision Statement,Posted:Jan 31,2008
As Rensselaer moves towards its goal of achieving prominence as a top-tier world class
technological research university,the Libraries' vision is to support the Rensselaer Plan
by providing seamless access to the widest possible spectrum of information resources
relevant to Rensselaer's research and learning communities and to be a distinctive
campus facility serving a variety of community needs.
and Coca-Colas Vision Statement(http://www.thecoca-
colacompanv.conVourcompanV/mission vision values.html)
To achieve sustainable growth,we have established a Vision with clear goals:
• People: Being a great place to work where people are inspired to be the best they
can be.
• Planet: Being a responsible global citizen that makes a difference.
• Portfolio: Bringing to the world a portfolio of beverage brands that anticipate and
satisfy peoples'desires and needs.
• Partners: Nurturing a winning network of partners and building mutual loyalty.
• Profit: Maximizing return to shareowners while being mindful of our overall
responsibilities.
I also sometimes refer to a book review I read in the Paladium Group's Balanced
Scorecard Report (Jan.-Feb.2008).The book is The Execution Premium by Robert
Kaplan and David P.Norton with Edward A.Barrows Jr.They suggest that"if vision
statements are to guide strategy development,they must be not only aspirational and
inspirational--they must also be measurable."They also recommend a time line for
execution--preferably the next 3-10 years.
Vision, mission and values
Vision: Defines where the organization wants to be in the future. It reflects the optimistic
view of the organization's future.
Mission: Defines where the organization is going now,basically describing the purpose,
why this organization exists.
Values: Main values protected by the organization during the progression,reflecting the
organization's culture and priorities.
Strategic planning saves wasted time, every minute spent in planning saves ten minutes in
execution.
-The purpose of individual strategic planning is for you to increase your return on energy,
the return on the mental,emotional, physical and spiritual capital you have invested in
your life and career.
Every minute an individual spends planning their goals,activities and time in advance
saves ten minutes of work in the execution of those plans--or so claim several experts.
Careful advance planning gives you a return of ten times,or 1,000%, on your investment
of mental,emotional and physical energy. (The 100 Absolutely Unbreakable Laws of
Business Success.)In any case, it is generally agreed that spending a meaningful period
of time reflecting on strategy and goals before taking action is almost always a wise
course of action for any individual or institution.
SLA Vision Statement,Mission Statement,and Core Values (Copied from SLA
Internet Site)
SLA Vision,Mission and Core Value Statements
(Adopted October 2003)
Vision
The Special Libraries Association is the global organization for innovative information
professionals and their strategic partners.
Mission
The Special Libraries Association promotes and strengthens its members through
learning,advocacy,and networking initiatives.
Core Values
Leadership
Strengthening our roles as information leaders in our organizations and in our
communities, including shaping information policy.
Service
Responding to our clients'needs, adding qualitative and quantitative value to information
services and products.
Innovation and Continuous Learning •
Embracing innovative solutions for the enhancement of services and intellectual
advancement within the profession.
Results and Accountability
Delivering measurable results in the information economy and our organizations.The
Association and its members are expected to operate with the highest level of ethics and
honesty.
Collaboration and Partnering
Providing opportunities to meet, communicate,collaborate, and partner within the
information industry and the business community.
SLA,Chemistry Division
Vision Statement
The Chemistry Division of the Special Libraries Association works to support the efforts
of special,academic,government,research,and public librarians/information
professionals to develop and deliver superior chemical information resources to their
communities.The Division Membership encompasses all chemistry-related fields,
including but not limited to,chemical technology,history of chemistry,chemical
economics,and chemical engineering. We are committed to identifying and collaborating
with strategic partners in chemical information delivery;attracting and retaining
innovative and talented people to our Division;providing educational opportunities to our
members through the Annual Meeting symposia and continuing education courses,
informing and advising our members through programs, newsletters, discussion lists, and
individual mentoring, and creating a technologically-advanced future for access to
chemical information.
Vision statement from the Univ. Library at Univ. IL-Urbana-Champaign:
(http://www.library.uiuc.edu/administration/librarian/vision.html)
The Library develops and provides services and collections that meet the needs and
contribute to the vitality of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the
broader communities of which it is a part.In 2008,the Library will be even more
thoroughly integrated into the fabric of the University through campus collaborations
characterized by scholarly productivity and active engagement in instruction and public
service.The Library's major strength is its people,the faculty and staff who bring their
special skills,expertise,and talent to these collaborations and who are responsible for the
Library's strong national and international reputation.
To achieve this integration into the academic enterprise,the Library will find a balance
between its services and collections priorities,develop innovative ways to provide access
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Vision Statement Creation
Once you've created your mission statement,move onto create your vision statement:
1. First identify your organization's mission.Then uncover the real,human value in
that mission.
2. Next, identify what you,your customers and other stakeholders will value most
about how your organization will achieve this mission. Distil these into the values
that your organization has or should have.
3. Combine your mission and values,and polish the words until you have a vision
statement inspiring enough to energize and motivate people inside and outside
your organization.
Using the example mission statement developed for Farm Fresh Produce, the owner
• examines what she, her customers and her employees value about her mission.
The four most important things she identifies are: freshness,healthiness,tastiness and
• "local-ness"of the produce.
Here's the Vision Statement she creates and shares with employees,customers and •
farmers alike:
"We help the families of Main Town live happier and healthier lives by providing the
freshest, tastiest and most nutritious local produce:From local farms to your table in
under 24 hours."
This article draws on information from Mind Tools' "How to Lead' Discover the Leader
Within You"course, which teaches the 48 key skills needed to lead effectively.
http://h u m an resou rces.about.co m/cs/strategicplann ing I/a/strategicplan.htm
Vision Statement
A vision is a statement about what your organization wants to become.It should resonate
with all members of the organization and help them feel proud,excited, and part of
something much bigger than themselves.A vision should stretch the organization's
capabilities and image of itself. It gives shape and direction to the organization's future.
Visions range in length from a couple of words to several pages. I recommend shorter
vision statements because people will tend to remember their shorter organizational
vision.
Vision Statement Samples
"Year after year,Westin and its people will be regarded as the best and most sought after
hotel and resort management group in North America."(Westin Hotels)
"To be recognized and respected as one of the premier associations of HR Professionals."
(HR Association of Greater Detroit)
Wikipedia http://en.wikip edia.org/wiki/Strategic_planniog
State Libraries(USA)
Alabama
Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Alabama Public Library Service(APLS)is to promote
and support equitable access to library and information resources and services
to enable all Alabamians to satisfy their educational,working,cultural,and
leisure-time interests.These resources and services will be provided through
APLS's statewide programs and through direct grants and assistance to libraries
and library systems to meet user's needs.
Alaska
Mission Statement:
Promotes and coordinates library services to the community of Alaskan libraries,serves
as the primary research library for state government,and collects,preserves,and makes
accessible Alaska-related materials.
Arizona
Mission Statement:
The agency serves the Arizona Legislature and Arizonans,providing public access to
public information,fostering historical/cultural collaborative research,information
projects and ensuring that Arizona's history is documented and preserved.
Vision Statement:
To ensure that the Arizona legislature and Arizonans have access to the information they
need today and the history of Arizona for tomorrow,through partnerships with all types
of cultural and public information institutions.
Arkansas
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Arkansas State Library is to serve as the information resource center
for state agencies,legislators and legislative staffs,to provide guidance and support for
the development of local public libraries and library services,and to provide the
resources,services,and leadership necessary to meet the educational,informational and
cultural needs of the citizens of Arkansas.The agency administers state and federal funds
appropriated for libraries and library development,including State Aid To Public
Libraries funds and federal Library Services and Technology Act(LSTA)funds
(formerly Library Services and Construction Act.)
California
Mission Statement:
The California State Library serves the people of California in several ways:
• It is the central reference and research library for state government and the
Legislature.
• It provides non-partisan research to the Legislature and the Governor.
• It collects,preserves,generates and disseminates information ranging from
California's priceless historical items to today's online texts.
• It advises,consults with, and provides technical assistance to California's public
libraries,and it directs state and federal funds to support local public libraries and
statewide library programs,and services.
Colorado
Mission Statement:
The Colorado State Library provides leadership and expertise to develop libraries and
deliver information services throughout Colorado, improving the ability of libraries to
serve their users.
Connecticut
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Connecticut State Library is to provide high quality library and
information services to state government and the citizens of Connecticut;to work
cooperatively with related agencies and constituent organizations in providing those
services;to preserve and make accessible the records of Connecticut's history and
heritage;to promote the development and growth of high quality information services on
an equitable basis statewide;to provide leadership and cooperative opportunities for the
library,educational,and historical communities in order to enhance the value of their
individual and collective service missions; and to develop and promote appropriate
legislation and public policy in support of these efforts.
Delaware
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Delaware Division of Libraries is to provide leadership and support
for the timely development of Delaware's libraries,to ensure convenient access to,and
encourage use of current information resources and reading material by all Delawareans.
The members of the Delaware library community are unified in the values of service,
access,and excellence,and are committed to the vision of progressive libraries and the
transformational impact they have on the people who use them.Now more than ever-
• Libraries are essential in a democracy to ensure that citizens have equal access to
information they need to form sound opinions and make informed decisions about
their government
• Libraries provide materials and programs to improve literacy,educational
achievement,and lifelong learning
• Libraries provide materials and programs to support individuals and communities
in achieving their full potential
Florida
State Library and Archives of Florida
Mission Statement:
The State Library and Archives of Florida is the information provider for the Florida
Legislature and state agencies.It coordinates and funds public libraries; implements
statewide reading, information,and literacy initiatives;provides records management
services;and collects,preserves, and makes available the published and unpublished
documentary history of the state.
Georgia
Mission Statement:
The Georgia Public Library Service e'Empowering libraries to improve the lives of
Georgians
Georgia Public Library Service achieves its mission by:
Providing and encouraging visionary leadership;
Ensuring equal access to information and technology;
Promoting the value and joy of life long reading and learning;and
Facilitating collaboration and innovation in the broader library community.
Hawaii
Mission Statement
"...to provide Hawaii's residents, in all walks of life,and at each stage of their lives,with
access to education, information,programs and services,and to teach and nurture the love
of reading and the habit of life-long learning,"
Idaho
Mission Statement:
The Idaho Commission for Libraries assists libraries to build the capacity to better serve
their clientele.
Illinois
Mission Statement:
The Illinois State Library promotes excellence in information access and
innovative services for government,libraries and people.
This mission statement is directly related to the State Library Act of 1939,
amended,that indicates the purpose(s)of the State Library is to:
• Maintain a library for State officials and employees
• Operate a Governmental Research Service pertaining to
materials for public and governmental affairs
• Administer library services for state agencies
• Administer the Illinois Library Systems Act
• Administer the law relating to Interstate Library Compacts
• Promote and develop cooperative library networks for all
types of library entities on a regional and statewide basis
• Administer grants of federal library funds
• Be a supplementary source of library materials,unavailable in
local libraries
• Assist local libraries in their plans of cooperation and
community library service
• Develop library service for rural communities and schools
without such service
• Address questions and problems pertaining to the•
administration and functions of public and school libraries
• Contract with any library or library agency to carry out the
purpose of the State Library. A Library Trust Fund has been
established for such purposes.
• Publish public library and library system statistical
information
• • Support continuing education programs for all levels of library
personnel
• Coordinate literacy programs for the Secretary of State
Indiana
Mission Statement:
The Indiana State Library is responsible for:
1. Developing and providing library services to state government,its branches,its
departments and its officials and employees;
2. Providing for the individual citizens of the state those specialized library services
not generally appropriate,economical or available in other libraries of the state;
3. Encouraging and supporting the development of the library profession;and
•
4. Strengthening services of all types of publicly and privately supported special,
school,academic,and public libraries.
Through its history,the Indiana State Library has developed strong collections in the
fields of Indiana history and culture,Indiana state government and United States
government publications,Indiana newspapers, genealogy and family history resources on
Indiana and the eastern United States,Braille, large print,and books on tape for the
visually impaired,library science,and American history,politics,and economics. Its
collections in these areas support research by state agency employees,scholars,
genealogists, librarians,students,Indiana residents who are blind or physically
challenged,and the general public. The Library Development Office works to improve
and support the libraries of Indiana through assistance,training,and supervising the
distribution of state and federal funds.
To fulfill our mission, we will:
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Assist patrons in meeting their own information needs.
• Be aware of and utilize a wide variety of resources and technologies to increase
the quality and efficiency of our work.
• Continue to be the most educated and proficient researchers on the topics of
Indiana history and genealogy.
• Continue to have the most complete collections of federal and state documents in
Indiana.
• Stay ahead of the curve in utilizing new information resources by continuing to
purchase new resources to better meet our patron's needs.
• Track our services through quality control checks and conversations with users.
• Develop new services and consistently re-evaluate existing services.
• Demonstrate leadership within the library community by establishing a presence
within professional associations and literature.
• Commit to change when necessary and update our skills to accommodate those
changes.
• Utilize strategic alliances with other organizations to help us accomplish our
goals.
• Continue to maintain and circulate Indiana's most comprehensive collection of
special materials for its citizens who have a visual or physical disability that
prevents them from reading standard print.
• Remain conscientious of these initiatives to help meet the mission of the Indiana
State Library.
Iowa
Mission Statement:
The State Library advocates for Iowa libraries and promotes excellence and innovation in
library services in order to provide statewide access to information for all Iowans.
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Kansas
Mission Statement:
In service to Kansas libraries,residents, and government,the State Library of Kansas: •
Collects and shares resources and government information;
Delivers information and solutions;
Educates librarians and trustees:
Promotes literacy and reading for everyone;and
Advocates for open and equitable access,intellectual freedom and excellence in library
services and support.
Vision Statement:
Delivering 21st Century library services and resources to all Kansans.
Kentucky
Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives
Mission Statement:
The mission of KDLA is to support and promote access to library services and to ensure
that documentation of government activities is created,preserved and made available for
public use.
The Department accomplishes its programs through the activities of the Commissioners
Office and four Divisions.
Louisiana
Mission Statement:
Its mission is to build an informed,literate and democratic society by ensuring access to
informational,cultural,and recreational resources,especially those resources unique to
Louisiana.
Maine
Mission Statement:
The purpose of the Maine State Library is to lead in efforts that will provide,broaden,
and improve access to information and library services regardless of location of
residency.To accomplish this effort the Maine State Library is divided into two
divisions:Reader and Information Services and Library Development.
Maryland
Maryland State Library
Mission Statement:
The Division of Library Development and Services of the Maryland State Department of
Education guides and develops statewide Maryland public library network services
through leadership and consultation in technology,training,marketing,funding,resource
sharing,research and planning,so that Maryland libraries can fulfill their missions now
and in the future to the people of Maryland.
Vision Statement:
Maryland libraries will be the people's"first thought for information"in the 21st century.
Maryland State Law Library
Mission Statement:
The Maryland State Law Library,a court-related agency of the Maryland Judiciary,
serves the needs of Maryland's goveruent and citizens by: building and preserving
collections of legal information resources,promoting access to these collections,and
creating educational opportunities that enhance the understanding of legal information.
Massachusetts
Mission Statement:
The State Library of Massachusetts supports the research and information needs of
government, libraries,and people through innovative services and access to a
comprehensive repository of state documents and other historical items.
Michigan
Mission Statement:
The Library of Michigan promotes,advocates and consistently works to achieve the
highest level of library service to the State of Michigan,its government,its libraries and
its residents.
Minnesota
Mission Statement:
The Minnesota State Library Agency is a division of the Minnesota Department of
Education.The state library provides leadership and support to the Minnesota library
community in planning,developing,and implementing high-quality library and
• information services statewide. State Library Services administers federal and state
grants-in-aid programs for libraries and schools.
Mississippi
Mission Statement:
The Mississippi Library Commission is committed-through leadership,advocacy,and
service-to strengthening and enhancing libraries and library services for all
Mississippians.
Goals
All Mississippians understand,support, and use libraries.
All Mississippians have access to well-managed library services through qualified staff
and modem facilities.
All Mississippians have access to current technology resources through libraries.
All Mississippians have access to quality library resources.
The Mississippi Library Commission sets and achieves the highest quality standards for
effective and efficient internal management and fiscal integrity,
Vision:
The Vision of the Mississippi Library Commission is that all Mississippians have access
to quality library services in order to:
Achieve their greatest potential
Participate in a global society, and
Enrich their daily lives.
Missouri
Mission Statement:
The major functions of the State Library are:
• to provide direct library and information service in support of theexecutive and
legislative branches of Missouri state government,
• to provide library service to blind and physically handicapped residents of
Missouri, and
• to promote the development and improvement of library services throughout the
state.
Montana
Mission Statement:
MSL meets the information needs of Montana government agency management and staff,
ensures all Montana citizens have access to information created by their government,
supports the role of all Montana libraries in delivering quality library content and services
to their patrons,works to strengthen local community public libraries,ensures that
Montanans who are visually or physically handicapped are provided access to library
resources,and measures its successes by its patrons' and partners'successes.
Nebraska
Mission Statement:
Nebraska Library Commission
The mission of the Nebraska Library Commission is statewide promotion,development,
and coordination of library and information services.As the state library agency,the
Commission is an advocate for the library and information service needs of all
Nebraskans.
Nevada
Mission Statement:
Nevada State Library and Archives
The Nevada State Library and Archives serves as the foundation of Nevada democracy
by providing full access to a range of information services that enhance the quality of life
for all and center on creating an educated and enlightened citizenry while supporting the
best interests of the state of Nevada. In support of this mission,the agency serves
goVernment,libraries,business, and citizens by providing a range of information
services.
New Hampshire
Mission Statement:
Promote excellence in libraries and library services to all New Hampshirites;
Assist libraries and the people of New Hampshire with rapid access to library and
informational resources through the development and coordination of a statewide
library/information system;
Meet the informational needs of New Hampshire state,county,and municipal
governments and its libraries;and
Serve as a resource center on New Hampshire
New Jersey
Mission Statement:
The mission of the New Jersey State Library is to lead in the provision,promotion and
support of excellent library and information services to state government and to all the
people of New Jersey.The mission is accomplished through:
1. a law library and legislative reference service;
2. a general reference and interlibrary loan service;
3. a documents depository service;
4. an advisory service to all types of libraries;
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5. coordination of a statewide system of libraries;
6. administration of state and federal grant and aid programs;and
7. a program of direct public services to blind and handicapped residents.
New Mexico
Mission Statement:
The New Mexico State Library's(NMSL)mission is to provide leadership that empowers
New Mexico libraries to support the educational,economic,and health goals of their
communities.The State Library also delivers direct library and information services to
support research,life-long learning,and cultural enrichment for all New Mexicans.
New York •
Mission Statement:
The mission of the New York State Library Research Library is to serve as a reference
and research library for the use of the government and people of the state.
Goals
1. Target information services to meet primary customer needs
2. Focus,build and preserve collections
3. Increase the visibility of the Research Library
4. Improve and expand staff productivity
5. Evaluate and improve the facilities
North Carolina
Mission Statement:
The State Library of North Carolina is the catalyst for exceptional
library services in North Carolina.We are the principal library of state
government;we build the capacity of all libraries;and we develop and support
access to specialized collections for the people of North Carolina.
Vision:
The State Library of North Carolina envisions a future in which all North Carolinians
have access to exceptional library services and to the information resources they
need to achieve their personal,educational and professional goals.
North Dakota
Mission Statement:
Provide access to information for North Dakota
Vision:
Leading the way in information opportunities
• Ohio
Mission Statement
• Lead and partner in the development of library services throughout Ohio
• Promote and enable resource sharing among libraries and library networks
• Provide access to information for Ohio's state government
• Provide specialized services to Ohio's residents
Vision Statement:
The State Library of Ohio will lead in ensuring the delivery of all information and library
services to all Ohio residents,anywhere,anytime.
Oklahoma
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Oklahoma Department of Libraries is to serve the people of Oklahoma
by providing excellent information services and by preserving unique government
information resources.
Oregon
Mission Statement:
Provide quality information services to Oregon state government.
Provide reading materials to blind and print-disabled Oregonians.
Provide leadership, grants,and other assistance to improve local library service for all
Oregonians.
Pennsylvania •
Mission Statement:
The State Library of Pennsylvania provides information for State Government and
citizens while collecting and preserving our written heritage through materials published
for,by,and about Pennsylvania.
Vision:
The State Library of Pennsylvania will positively affect the workings of Pennsylvania
state and local governments and improve the quality of life for all Pennsylvanians
through its staff,services, and collections.
Rhode Island
Mission Statement:
The state library agency of Rhode Island support and strengthens library services by
planning,by coordinating,by providing consultation services,training,and funding,and
by promoting collaboration among libraries to ensure that all residents will benefit from
free,open,convenient,and timely access to excellent library and information resources
and services.
The mission of the Office of Library and Information Services reflects the purpose of the
agency,how it provides services and to whom the services are directed.
South Carolina
Mission Statement;
We optimize South Carolina's investment in library and information services.We do
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this by:
• Supporting good governance for South Carolinians through the
-provision of research and information services to elected officials and
state government personnel.
• Providing equal access to information for all South Carolinians.
• Ensuring collaboration and cooperation among information providers
and cultural institutions.
• Defining standards for libraries and librarianship that promote
professionalism and excellence among library personnel statewide.
• Providing and promoting superior library and information services
through research,development and implementation of leading edge
practices.
• Advocating for innovation and learning in order to create a better
informed and more highly skilled South Carolina citizenry.
Vision:
The South Carolina State Library is a national model for innovation,collaboration,
leadership and effectiveness. It is the keystone in South Carolina's intellectual landscape.
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South Dakota
Mission Statement:
The South Dakota State Library provides leadership for innovation and excellence in
libraries and services to state government -
Tennessee
Mission Statement:
The Tennessee State Library and Archives(TSLA)provides resources and electronic
linkages to libraries,making information available to all residents of Tennessee to satisfy
their educational,cultural, and leisure needs and interests.TSLA places emphasis on
special needs populations,regardless of their location,social,or financial status.
Texas
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission is to preserve the
record of government for public scrutiny,to secure and make accessible historically
significant records and other valuable resources,to meet the reading needs of Texans
with disabilities,to build and sustain statewide partnerships to improve library programs
and services,and to enhance the capacity for achievement of individuals and institutions
with whom we work.
Vision Statement:
The people of Texas have access to and effectively use information,archival resources,
and library materials to improve their lives,the lives of their families and their
communities.
Utah
Mission Statement:
Develop,Advance,and Promote Library Services and Access to Information
Vermont
Mission Statement:
Guided by 22 V.S.A. §601-635,the mission of the Department of Libraries(DOI.)is to
collect,organize,and disseminate information and library materials in a variety of
formats to the three branches of State government,libraries statewide,the general public,
and Vermonters with special needs;to support and strengthen local libraries;to foster
new means for statewide cooperation and resource sharing among all types of libraries;
and to increase public awareness of libraries and their services and to act as an advocate
on their behalf.
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• We provide access to infom ation in a variety of formats to the three branches of
Vermont State Government in order to contribute to effective and efficient
government;
• We provide consultation,training and other services to librarians,public library
board members and elected officials and offer resources,services and grants to
qualifying libraries in order to strengthen their capacity to deliver quality library
service;
• We enable resource sharing between all types of libraries;
• We provide all Vermonters with qualifying visual and physical disabilities access
to quality library services and the special format materials they need in order to
enjoy recreational reading,to engage in lifelong learning and to improve their
economic self-sufficiency.
Inherent in this mission is the Departments advocacy of the right of Vermont citizens to
read and have full access to information by ensuring that libraries and their resources are
readily accessible to all Vermonters regardless of their geographic location,their level of
income,access to technology or disability,and,as the official depository for Vermont
state publications,the preservation of the record of Vermont state government for public
scrutiny.
Virginia •
Mission Statement:
The Library of Virginia preserves the legacy of Virginia's culture and history and
provides access to the most comprehensive information resources for and about Virginia.
Vision:
The Library of Virginia will be the Commonwealth's leader in statewide library and
archival services and the world's foremost research and educational institution dedicated
to the history and culture of Virginia.
Washington
Mission Statement:
• Collect,preserve,and make accessible to Washingtonians materials on the
government,history,culture,and natural resources of the state_
• Provide leadership and coordination of services to all libraries in the state of
Washington.
• Support the information needs of residents in state institutions and of the visually
impaired.
• Serve as the primary source in the region for published information from the
federal government.
Vision:
To ensure that Washingtonians have access to the information they need today and to the
history of Washington for tomorrow.
West Virginia
Mission Statement:
The mission of West Virginia Library Commission is to promote,assist,and support the
development of effective and efficient library services that ensure all citizens in the state
access to the highest quality library services and information resources to meet their
needs.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction/Division for Libraries,Technology,
and Community Learning
Mission Statement:
We are here to serve the life-long learning and information needs of all Wisconsin
citizens from preschoolers to senior citizens.The Public Library Development Team
provides leadership,advocacy,expert assistance,planning,coordination,and
funding for the improvement of library systems and public libraries so that
Wisconsin residents will have convenient and equitable access to knowledge and
information resources.
Wyoming
Mission Statement:
To anticipate and respond to the needs of the peopte of Wyoming for information and
library services in partnership with libraries,government agencies and other information
providers.
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MOORPARK LIBRARY BOARD
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Honorable Library Board
FROM: John Brand, Senior Management Analyst
DATE: March 2, 2012 (Meeting of March 13, 2012) 11UII///
SUBJECT: Consider Possible Suggestions to City Council on its Priorities, Goals
and Objectives for Fiscal Year 2012/2013
BACKGROUND
At the September 2011 meeting, the Board was provided with the City's Mission
Statement, Priorities, Goals and Objectives for the current Fiscal Year. A copy is attached.
Since 2001, the Council has reviewed the objectives prior to preparation of the budget with
the purpose of having more correlation between the Council approved objectives and City
Manager proposed budget.
DISCUSSION
The City of Moorpark's Mission Statement is "Striving to preserve and improve the
quality of life in Moorpark."
Included in the top ten Priorities is Priority# 1: "Construct a new City Hall, Human
Services Center, and a Library." (The listed ten items are considered to have equal
priority.)
Goals and Objectives related to the Moorpark City Library:
VI. Enhance the delivery of services and expand program efficiencies.
A. 0 to 2 Years
1. Develop conceptual design proposal and process Civic Center Master Plan
including EIR for new City Hall, council chambers, and other government offices
and Library by June 30, 2011. (PRCS & CD)
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Library Board
March 13, 2012
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17. Develop a teen programs and events page and calendar for the City's
website to incorporate all City recreation and library sponsored programs and
events scheduled for teens and enhance coordination of services between these
two divisions by June 30, 2012. (PRCS &AS)
There may be an opportunity for the Board to discuss Library priorities, goals and
objectives with the City Council at a joint meeting later this year.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Provide direction to staff as deemed appropriate.
Attachment: Mission Statement, Priorities, Goals and Objectives
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CITY OF MOORPARK
Mission Statement, Priorities, Goals, and Objectives
FY 201//2012
Approved by City Council June 15,2011
CITY OF MOORPARK
Mission Statement,Priorities,Goals, and Objectives
For FY 2011/2012
CITY MISSION STATEMENT
Striving to preserve and improve the quality of life in Moorpark.
TOP TEN(10) PRIORITIES (The listed Items are considered to have equal priority.)
1. Construct new City Hall, Human Services Center and Library. (11.8.14 VIA 1. &
2.;VLB.3.; VII.A8.; V11.B.3.)
2. Improve City's watershed protection and flood control capabilities. (VII.A.16., 18.
& 19.;VILC.2.)
3. Comprehensive update of General Plan Land Use,Circulation, Housing and
adopt updated OSCAR Elements to insure internal consistency among all
elements of the General Plan. (IIIA.3.;VIIA.4.)
4. Widen Los Angeles Avenue(SR 118)to six travel lanes from Tierra Rejada
Road to SR 23 Freeway With a raised median and bus turnouts, and improve
Princeton Avenue from Condor Drive west to 1500 feet east of Spring Road.
(I11A1.a) &d); 111.A.6. &7.; 111.8.2.)
5. Construct a permanent trucksbale facility westof the City. (IIt.c t)
6. Widening of Moorpark Avenue/Walnut Canyon Road from Los Angeles Avenue '
(SR 118)to north City!snits and prepare plans for an alternate route for
north/south truck traffic through the City. (II1 A .b); IILA.2.; IILA.10., 111,6.1. &4.)
7. Facilitate new commercial development on High Street. Develop and implement
program to encourage new multi and single family housing on underutilized sites
within the Downtown Specific Plan area and increase the number of affordable
housing units. (IIA.2., 3.,4., 5.,7. &8.; 11.6.2.)
8. Increase City's General Fund revenue through enhancement of existing revenue
sources including business attraction and retention programs and establishment
of additional revenue sources. (IV.A1., 3.,4. &5,)
9. Enhance open space and greenbelt areas and determine feasibility of
establishing a trail system along the Arroyo Simi and work with other public
agencies to develop a comprehensive Arroyo Simi Management Plan that
incorporates flood control, habitat preservation/restoration, and recreation
components. (IILA.3.; IV.A.3.;VII.A.3.;VII.A.28.;VII.B.4.)
10. Promote sustainability and environmental protection in City programs and
facilities and inform residents, business owners, and contractors about best
practices and opportunities for recycling, reuse,water quality, green construction
techniques,water and energy conservation, and other sustainability efforts.
(1.A.24 111.A.3.;VI.A.10. & 18.;VI.A.21., VI.C.2., VII.A.3., 11., 12., 16., 24. &29.;
VII.B.8.)
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• DEPARTMENTAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The abbreviation used after each objective indicates which department has
responsibility for It. If more than one abbreviation Is used,the.Plitt one shown
has primary responsibility for that objective. The abbreviations and
corresponding departments used are as follows:
(AS) Administrative Services/Deputy City Manager
(CA) CIW Attorney
(CD) Community Development
(CEIPW) City Engineer/Public Works
(CM) City Manager
(F) Finance
(PD) Police Department
(PRCS) Parks, Recreation and Community Servlces/Assistant
City Manager
'" Denotes those objectives related to an identified Top Ten Priority.
The notations in the left margin indicate whether funding for an objective is included in
the budget,as follows:
F Funded
NF Net Funded
SE Staff Effort(Staff effort only without need for additional funding)
I. Expand and encourage community Involvement in establishing the general
policies of the City and Increase the public's understanding of local
government operations.
A. 0to2Years
F 1. Develop an enhanced city website that encourages interactive
communication with the City in a user friendly format,easy calendar event
scheduling and removal, and includes additional online services for new
and renewed Business Registration and animal licensing,parking ticket
payments, and online ticket sales for the High Street Arts Center. (AS,
CD, F& PRCS)
SE** 2. Place sustainability information on City's website, government channel,
and in City publications, including information on actions taken by the City
to conserve water. (CD,AS&PRCS)
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SE 3. Develop policy and procedures for City use of social media for public
information purposes. (AS& PRCS)
B. 2to5Years
NF 1. Install two additional electronic message signs to further enhance City's
public information efforts. (PROS&AS)
H. Revitalize downtown Moorpark with a focus.on High Street and the
surrounding business district and residential neighborhoods,which
Includes consideration of public rail transit,potential for Increased
residential density,and governmental and related public uses.
A. 0to2Years
F 1. Complete the tight-of-way acquisition needed for the east side Spring
Road widening project from the railroad tracks south to a point south of
Los Angeles Avenue and then proceed with project construction. (CE/PW)
F** 2. Develop program to encourage new multi and single family housing
projects on underutilized sites within the Downtown Specific Plan area and
consider feasibility of City/MRA acquisition of selected sites. (CD)
F** 3. Complete MRA obligations of Disposition and Development Agreement )
(DDA)for properties on south side of High Street and assist developer to
commence Phase I construction of commercial project. (CD)
F** 4. Process General Plan Amendment, Zone Change,and entitlement
process for high density residential project for MRA owned property at
Moorpark Avenue and Everett Street (CD)
SE** 5. Negotiate Disposition and Development Agreement for MRA owned
property for a commercial development at 347 Moorpark Avenue. (CD)
F 6. Construct apublic park on Second Street property by June 30, 2012.
(PIRCS&CD)
SE** 7. Negotiate Disposition and Development Agreement for MRA owned
properties on Walnut Canyon Road: (CD)
NF** 8. Prepare a Commercial Facade Improvement Program to assist with
architectural improvements within the Moorpark Redevelopment Agency
Project Area for consideration:by the MRA. (CD)
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SE 9. Develop phasing plan and construct selected portions of the High Street
Streetscape Plan. (CD,CE/PW&PRCS)
B. 2to6Years
SE." 1. Coordinate the City'sefforts to resolve concerns with day laborers. (PRCS
&CD)
SE** 2. Negotiate Disposition and Development Agreement for MRA owned
property for commercial project at 467 High Street. (CD)
C. Sc.Years
NF 1. Install raised median with landscaping on Princeton Avenue from Spring
Road to approximately 1,500 feet east of Spring Road.(CE/PW&CD)
Ill. Improve traffic circulation and mitigate Impacts on the movement of traffic
through the City.
A. O to 2 Years
** 1. Work with Caltrans to complete a number of projects including: (CE/PW)
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j F** a) Obtain Caltrans approval for construction of a raised median on
Los Angeles Avenue from west city limits to SR 23 Freeway.
F** b) Determine the feasibility of new and/or revised connections to the
SR 23/118 freeways west of Princeton Avenue to facilitate the
possthle construction of roadways to connect to Broadway Road
and/or North Hills Parkway.
SE c) Improve traffic signal synchronization for Princeton Avenue at SR
116 ramps and Condor Drive.
F** d) Widen south side of Los Angeles.Avenue between Maureen.Lane
and Shasta Avenue.
F*" 2. Confer with Caltrans and work with developer to complete grading of
Alternate SR 23 and North Hills Parkway within Specific Plan No. 2.
Grading of Alternate SR 23 will include trail linkage between City and
Happy Camp Canyon Regional Park. (CD&CE/PW)
SE** 3. Prepare Trails Master Plan as part of OSCAR Element of the General
Plan. (CD, PRCS&CE/PW)
SE 4. Refine Bicycle Master Plan with accompanying GIS map consistent with
VCTC Bicycle Master Plan and incorporate it as part of Circulation
Element update. (CD&CE/PW)
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F 5. Acquire right-of-way, prepare design and construct improvements to
widen Spring Road from the railroad to High Street/Princeton Avenue by
January 31, 2012. (CE/PW)
F" 6. Work with Caltrans to complete design and acquire right-of-way to widen
Los Angeles Avenue between Spring Road and Moorpark Avenue.
(CE/PW)
F** 7. Acquire right-of-way, prepare design and commence construction of
Princeton Avenue from Condor Drive west to 1,500 feet east of Spring
Road by March 31,2012. (CE/PW) '..
F 8. Acquire right-of-way, prepare design and construct improvements to
Spring Road south of the railroad including construction of a raised
median to accommodate additional railroad crossing safety devices by
March 31,2012. (CE/PW)
F 9. Confer with Caltrans and prepare required Project Study Reports(PSRs)
and environmental document for North Hills Parkway. Evaluate potential
funding options for portion of improvements not developer funded.
Proceed with preliminary design of planned railroad undercrossing.
(CE/PW&CD)
SE" 10. Prepare environmental documentation and an amendment to the
Circulation Element for Moorpark Avenue(SR 23)between Casey Road
and Los Angeles Avenue(SR 118) as an arterial street. (CD&CE/PW)
B. 2 to 5 Years
SE" 1. Coordinate efforts of various developers to construct improvements to
Walnut Canyon Road(SR 23)from Casey Road to north City limits to
provide lane widening, paved shoulders, and striped median. (CE/PW)
SE** 2. Consider feasibility of pedestrian bridge on Los Angeles Avenue(SR 118)
in vicinity of Moorpark Avenue. (CEJPW)
NF 3. Realign the intersection of Poindexter Avenue/First Street at Moorpark
Avenue(SR 23). (CE/PW&CD)
SE" 4. Confer with Caltrans and evaluate potential funding options for
improvement of Alternate SR 23. (CE/PW&CD)
SE 5. Assist SCRRA with construction of modifications to the Arroyo Drive
railroad crossing. (CE/PW)
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C. 5+Years
SE** 1. Work with VCTC, CHP, Caltrans, and County of Venture to site a
permanent truck scale facility west of the City. (CFJPW&ACM)
F 2. Work with Caltrans to construct improvements at the eastbound and
westbound Collins Drive at SR 118 freeway ramps. (CE/PW)
IV. Strengthen the City's fiscal stability and long-range financial growth.
A. Oto2Years
SE** 1. Develop proposed Business License Program for consideration by the
City Council. (F&CD)
SE 2. Develop an equitable basis for requiring all new development projects to
provide Affordable Housing units and/or pay in lieu fees. (CD)
SE** 3. Evaluate potential uses for parcels on the north side of the Arroyo Simi
j that were deeded to City by SDI. (CD, CE/PW&PRCS)
Sr* 4. Conduct citywide mail ballot to seek increase in assessments for street
lighting and landscaping. (F, CE/PW, PRCS&AS)
SE** 5. Prepare 5 Year Revenue/Expenditure Projections for all major Funds by
October31, 2011. (F&CM)
SE 6. In conjunction with other affected cities, seek to modify current State law
(SB 718)prohibiting the use of Transportation Development Act(TDA)
funds for street purposes after July 1, 2014. (AS&.CE/PW)
V. Reduce the potential for juvenile crime through intervention and prevention
efforts.
A. 0to2Years
SE 1. Work with community groups and school district to address violence
intervention and drug use among teenagers. (PD&PRCS)
SE 2. Develop Community Forum to address drug use by teenagers, in
collaboration with the Moorpark Unified School District and Ventura
County Behavioral Health. (PD)
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SE 3. Develop and implement a parenting education program such as"Parent
Project"to address families with children who are at risk of committing
juvenile crime. (PD)
SE 4. Plan and implement the DUI prevention program"Every 15 Minutes" on
the Moorpark High School campus. (PD)
B. 2to5Years
NF 1. Developa Youth Master Plan in collaboration with the various agencies
that serve Moorpark youth, including MUSD and Moorpark Boys and Girls
Club, and interested residents to identify existing needs, services and
programs, including but not limited to the expansion needs of the
Moorpark Boys and Girls Club. (PRCS)
VI. Enhance the deliver/of services and expand program efficiencies.
A. 0 to 2 Years
F** 1. Develop conceptual design proposal and process Civic Center Master
Plan including EIR for new City Hall, council chambers, and other
government offices and Library by June 30,2011. (PRCS&CD)
F" 2. Complete construction of the Ruben Castro Human Services Center for ')
the provision of non-emergency medical care and health and social
services to the residents of Moorpark by March 31, 2012. (PRCS)
NF 3. Purchase and install electrical generators to serve the Active Adult Center,
Arroyo Vista Recreation Center offices, and the Moorpark Public Services
Facility by June 30, 2012. (PRCS)
NE 4. Develop a unified filing system for all City files and an updated electronic
records retention schedule that conforms to federal and state law. (AS)
F 5. Complete construction of second access to south Metrolink.parking lot
from First Street by June 30, 2012. (CE/PW&CD)
NF 6. Install lighting at east parking Jots,soccer fields,and multi-purpose court
at Arroyo Vista Community Park(AVCP). (PRCS)
SE 7. Develop City Manager approved administrative procedures to regulate
replacement procedure for computer hardware and software and
communication systems, and to document file back-up procedures and
disaster recovery and business continuation planning for the City's
computer and communication systems. (AS&CM)
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J SE 8. Prepare a Parks/Facilities Capital Improvement Program for presentation
to City Council by January 31, 2012. (PRCS)
F 9. Construct a wood ball wall at a selected City park by June 30, 2012.
(PRCS)
F" 10. Develop and implement a comprehensive water conservation program for
City facilities, parks and landscape maintenance districts including the two
phase installation of a centralized irrigation system by June 30, 2012.
(PRCS)
SE 11. Seek grant funding for acquisition and installation of a computerized Crisis
Information Management System in the City's EOC. (PRCS)
SE 12. Develop new procedures to enhance security of debit/credit card information
received by City. (F&AS)
SE- 13. Evaluate existing financial policies and procedures and consolidate them as
part of City Council Policies Resolution by December 31, 2011. (F& CM)
SE 14. Prepare a Senior Adult Master Plan by June 30,2012. (PRCS)
3 SE 15. Evaluate current Moorpark Municipal Code and City Council Policies
pertaining to Arts Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission,Planning
Commission and Teen Council for possible amendment of assigned duties.
(AS&CM)
SE" 18. Prepare list of energy savings projects including potential solar power for City
parks and facilities and a funding and phasing plan by June 30, 2012.
(PRCS)
SE 17. Develop a teen programs and events page and calendar for the City's
website to incorporate all City recreation and library sponsored programs and
events scheduled for teens and enhance coordination of services between
these two divisions by June 30, 2012. (PRCS &AS)
SE 18. By March 31, 2012, analyze alternatives to better utilize the roller hockey
court at Arroyo Vista Community Park as a multi-purpose court. (PRCS)
SE 19. By December 31, 2011, develop cost estimate to acquire temporary,
collapsible outfield fencing at Arroyo Vista Community Park for one of the
softball fields. (PRCS)
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NF 20. Evaluate feasibility including legal, financial,and operational issues for City
to consider possible provision of water and wastewater services. (CE/PW
CM)
SE"* 21. By June 30,2012,develop a plan to reduce the amount of turf in City parks
by ten percent(10%). (PRCS)
SE 22. By March 31,2012,evaluate feasibility for greater use of Country Trail Park
by youth sports teams including construction of a restroom facility. (PRCS)
SE 23. Develop map and list of public art locations within City by December 31,
2011. (PRCS)
SE 24. Seek grant funding for installation of universally accessible play equipment.
(PRCS)
SE 25. By January 31, 2012, consider adopting formal policy that City and MRA
funded public projects include public art in the same manner as private
projects. (PRCS &AS)
F 26. , Evaluate options for second location for vehicular access to Arroyo Vista
Community Park for consideration by the City Council by March 31, 2012.
(CEIPW, CD &PRCS)
B. 2 to 5 Years
SE 1. Consider options for funding construction and maintenance of a
community aquatic facility. (PRCS)
NF 2. Continue to scan files, maps and oversized exhibits that require long-term
or permanent retention into the City's electronic imaging system. (AS,
CD, CE/PW& PRCS)
SE** 3. Design and construct an underground utilities project for the Community
Center site. (CE/PW&CD)
NF 4. Upgrade Community Center kitchen facilities. (PRCS)
NF 5. Acquire False Alarm software for tracking and billing purposes. (F & PD)
NF 6. Comprehensive update of City's Classification Plan and Job Descriptions.
(AS)
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C. 5+Years
NF 1. Expand Arroyo Vista Community Park gym. (PRCS)
SP* 2. Evaluate use of artificial turf for playing fields at City parks including
maintenance and replacement costs. (PRCS)
VII. , Reinforce and.enhance Moorpark's attractive community character and
safeguard Its desirable resources.
A. O to 2 Years
SE 1. Plan and conduct an emergency response exercise involving the City
Council and community organizations. (PRCS & PD)
SE 2. Develop policies and program guidelines for use of Art in Public Places
and Tree and Landscape fees by June 30,2012. (PRCS&CD)
SE" 3. Develop options to enhance open space and greenbelt areas to include at
a minimum: (1)strengthening the Tierra Rejada greenbelt agreement
and (2)consideration of adding new formal greenbelt(s)and agreement(s)
for the areas north and south of the Ronald Reagan Freeway(SR 118)
near the east end of the City of Moorpark and the west end of the City of
Simi Valley plus contiguous unincorporated Ventura County and west of
the City limits(Los Poses)for consideration by the City Council. (CD&
CM)
Ft* 4. Prepare a comprehensive update of all General Plan Elements with
special emphasis on Land Use, OSCAR, Housing and Circulation
Elements and insure internal consistency among all General Plan
Elements. Consider creation of a Natural Open Space land use
designation and the city's vision for land within the City's Area of Interest
as part of the Land Use Element. Present Housing Element to City
Council after State HCD acceptance and Planning Commission
consideration. Present Land Use and Circulation Elements to the City
Council by October 31, 2011. Present OSCAR Element to City Council by
June 30,2092. Upon adoption of any General Plan Amendments,
prepare necessary changes to the Zoning Ordinance to insure conformity
and consistency with the General Plan. (CD)
SE 5. Process amendments to City Zoning Ordinance including definitions, non-
conforming uses, and overall internal consistency for presentation to the
City Council by December 31, 2011. (CD)
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SE 8. Evaluate funding sources for undergrounding of utility lines throughout the
City. (CE/PW)
NF 7. Select location, design and construct a water spray attraction at one or
more selected City Parks. (PRCS)
NF" 8. Consider items of public art for Police Services Center,Arroyo Vista
Recreation Center, Human Services Center, High Street Post Office, and
Civic Center. (PRCS)
NF 9. Modify and upgrade wall treatment and enhance landscaping on north
side of Los Angeles Avenue(SR 118) between Millard Avenue and Spring
Road. (PRCS&CD)
NF 10. Landscape excess right-of-way on southeast corner of Tierra Rejada
Road and Moorpark Read and install standard curb and gutter. (PRCS&
CE/PW)
NF" 11. -Develop a Tree Master Plan including tree inventory and mapping. (PRCS)
SE" 12. Develop options to enhance commercial and multifamily residential
recycling. (CE/PW)
SE 13. Evaluate feasibility of expanding security camera systems to addkional )locations. (AS, CM& PD)
SE 14. By June 30,2012, evaluate feasibility of establishing a community garden
program including identification of a preferred location. (PRCS)
SE 15. Evaluate feasibility of expanding activities for CERT trained community
members. (PRCS&PD)
F" 18. Update City's 1995 Master Drainage Plan and incorporate needed
improvements into Capital improvement Program by June 30,2012.
(CE/PW&CQ)
F 17. Underground existing electrical lines on north side of Los Angeles Avenue
in the vicinity of the Arroyo Siml Bridge by June 30, 2012. (CE/PW)
SE** 18. In conjunction with the Ventura County Watershed Protection District,
prepare conceptual plans and evaluate potential funding for Arroyo Simi
improvements determined necessary by the FIRM update;and evaluate
the adequacy of existing facilities, determine what improvements are
needed, and develop a funding program to protect downstream properties
during 100 year storm events for:
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a) Happy Camp Canyon Drain
b) Stratheam Drain
c) Canyon No. 2 Drain
d) Gabbert Canyon Drain, and
e) Walnut Canyon Drain
(CE/PW)
SE** 19. Work with owner of Villa Del Arroyo Mobile Home Park to resolve
drainage issues. (CE/PW)
F - 20. Complete construction of sound wall on SR 23 north of Tierra Rejada
Road adjacent to Tract No.4975 by March 31, 2012. (CD&CE/PW)
SE 21. Pursue state legislation to expand Vehicle Code Enforcement on private
property parking lots. (AS)
SE 22. 'Evaluate options for partial development, sale or continued lease of
Buttercreek Park by June 30, 2012. (PRCS &CM)
SE 23. Evaluate feasibility of constructing park facilities on MRA-owned remnant
property west of post office. (CD& PRCS)
SE** 24. Prepare initial annual report on City's Sustainability Programs by June 30,
2012. (CD)
SE 25. Develop a conceptual plan and cost estimates for a formal walking path
around the perimeter of Arroyo Vista Community Park. (PRCS)
SE 26. Work with Ventura County Fire Protection District to consider siting a fire
station in the Campus Park area of the.City. (PRCS)
SE 27. Develop a turf maintenance management plan for Arroyo Vista
Community Park by March 31,2012. (PRCS)
SE** 28. Develop options for use of 80acre City owned open space parcel in the
Tierra Rejada Valley for consideration by the City Council by March 31,
2012. (PROS)
NF** 29. Prepare a demonstration project with community involvement for
replacement of turf with native landscaping by June 30, 2012. (PRCS&
CD)
SE 30. Take an active role in the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA)
process to insure Moorpark can feasibly support assigned allocations.
(CD)
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B. 2 to 5 Years
SE 1. Redevelop MRA owned former Caltrans yard on Los Angeles Avenue.
(CD)
NF 2. Establish Underground Utility District to underground electrical
transmission lines on Los Angeles Avenue(SR 118)from Shasta Avenue
to Milard•Street. (CEIPW)
SE** 3. As part of new City Hall project, establish Civic Hall of Fame to recognize
city enhancement efforts by individuals and organizations. (AS)
SE** 4. Work with property owners within the unincorporated. area on both sides
of Los Angeles Avenue to improve west City entry.(CD &CM)
SE 5. Evaluate feasibility of relocating the Metrolink layover facility and develop
recommendations for consideration by MRA Board.(CD &CE/PW)
NF** 8. Develop design plan to refurbish median landscaping and hardscape on
Terra Rejada Road from Spring Road to Los Angeles Avenue and
Campus Park Drive from Princeton Avenue to Collins Drive including cost
estimates, financing, phasing and water conservation measures. (PRCS
&CE/PW)
C. 5+Years
NF 1. Landscape north side of Poindexter Avenue from Gabbed Road east to
vicinity of Chaparral School. (PRCS, CEIPW&CD)
NF** 2. Prepare design for extension of Fremont drain north of Los Angeles
Avenue. (CE/PW)
NF 3. Work with Caltrans to install additional landscape improvements at the SR
23/Tierra Rejada Road interchange and Princeton Avenue SR 118
freeway ramps. (CEJPW&PRCS)
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ITEM .
MINUTES OF THE LIBRARY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Moorpark, California January 10, 2012
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:08 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
President Fenerin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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3. ROLL CALL:
Present Board Members Cindy Housel, Abigail Sichmeller, Steven
Wolfson, and President Michael Fenerin.
Staff Present: Senior Management Analyst John Brand, City Librarian Heather
Cousin, and Administrative Assistant Patty Anderson. Assistant
City Manager Hugh Riley arrived at 7:00 p.m.
4. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS:
None.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None.
6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA:
None.
7. ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS AND REPORTS ON
MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY BOARD MEMBERS:
Heather Cousin announced upcoming, as well as current, programs, classes,
and events at the Library.
John Brand announced the vacancy on the Library Board and that the closing
date for applications is January 20, 2012.
Mr. Brand also announced the upcoming 2012 CALTAC workshops in Library
Leadership being held in February and March.
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January 10, 2012, Meeting
Page 2
Mr. Brand also announced the current play production of Hairspray at the High
Street Arts Center.
President Fenerin commended Heather Cousin on the outstanding job she has
done with the presentation of Library calendars and flyers.
President Fenerin announced the Friends of the Library upcoming book sale,
being held from February 4 through February 15. He stated that on Friday night,
February 3, the Library will be offering a special "sneak peek" for teachers to
review the available material.
John Brand stated that as a future agenda item, he would be presenting a report
from the Census Bureau on the demographic profile of the City of Moorpark for
the Board's review.
John Brand also stated that a future agenda item would be the Moorpark City
Library's annual report for the Board to review. President Fenerin suggested that
perhaps the report could include information for the year ahead. Mr. Brand
encouraged the Board to email him with their input, and it would then be
determined if this information is appropriate for the report. Mr. Brand requested
all input be received no later than February 10.
As future agenda items, Board Member Wolfson stated that firming up the Library
Board's vision statement should be one, and then working on the top three
priorities could follow.
President Fenerin reported that Friends of the Library has received great support
in fundraising efforts.
Board Member Housel stated that First 5 and the Rotary Club plan on
participating in the 100th Anniversary Mix and Mingle event on January 28.
8. PRESENTATIONS/ACTION/DISCUSSION:
A. Consider Sample Library Vision Statements. Staff Recommendation:
Provide direction to staff as deemed appropriate.
John Brand gave an overview of staffs report. He also suggested the
Board refer to the City's current Goals and Objectives while forming ideas
for their vision statement.
Board Members and staff discussed what they see as a vision statement.
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January 10, 2012, Meeting
Page 3
President Fenerin and Board Members Wolfson and Housel submitted
ideas for a vision statement in writing. These submittals will be drafted into
an agenda report to be presented to the Board at their next meeting.
The Board agreed to forward any additional ideas to staff by email, with
updates to be shared with the Board prior to the next meeting as
appropriate. Staff will bring this item back to the next meeting to
discuss/finalize a vision statement and proposed goals and objectives for
recommendation to City Council for approval.
B. Consider Development of Digital Audio Books to the Library's Collection.
(Oral Report) Staff Recommendation: Hear Oral Report.
Heather Cousin gave an oral report.
Board Members and staff discussed the different aspects of acquiring and
maintaining digital books and material. They discussed cost constraints,
as well as other details that need to be considered, such as the aspects of
ownership, licensing, and availability.
The Board offered to help promote the current online programs the Library
is offering, which are tutoring and career guidance programs.
C. Consider Library Interaction with First 5, MUSD, and Other Local Child
Development Agencies. (Oral Report) Staff Recommendation: Hear oral
report.
Heather Cousin gave an oral report and explained the many ways First 5,
MUSD, and The Boys and Girls Club are currently participating in Library
programs.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Approval of Minutes for Library Board's Regular Meeting of December 13,
2011. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented.
MOTION: President Fenerin moved and Board Member Sichmeller seconded to
approve the Minutes as presented. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
10. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m.
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January 10, 2012, Meeting
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APPROVED:
Michael Fenerin, President
Respectfully submitted:
Patty Anderson, Administrative Assistant