Pines & Plains Libraries 2026 -2028 Strategic Plan
Mission
We provide you with resources to achieve your aspirations through literacy, technology, and community engagement.
Vision
As an essential community destination, we cultivate curiosity.
Values
Compassion, Community, Creativity
2026 - 2028 Goals
- Connect people with the community through engaging programs.
- Promote Pines & Plains Libraries’ resources and events throughout the county.
- Enhance Pines & Plains Libraries’ technological offerings.
- Expand library services and infrastructure for Pines & Plains Libraries.
2026 Goals & Objectives
- Connect people with the community through engaging programs.
- Seek creative methods to increase program participation beyond the limits of the libraries’ footprints
and staffing. - Evaluate the potential of using volunteers in program support.
- Seek creative methods to increase program participation beyond the limits of the libraries’ footprints
- Promote Pines & Plains Libraries’ resources and events throughout the county.
- Expand the capacity of the library foundation in reaching out to the public.
- Explore popular social media outlets including Instagram and TikTok.
- Enhance Pines & Plains Libraries’ technological offerings.
- Evaluate Artificial Intelligence’s (AI’s) impact on Pines & Plains Libraries.
- Update policies and procedures regarding AI.
- Expand library services and infrastructure for Pines & Plains Libraries.
- Continue updating Kiowa Library Restroom to ADA.
- Continue identifying funding sources, such as grants, for the Elizabeth project. Work with a grant
writer to complete grant applications. - Lay the groundwork for a 2026-2027 architect search.