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Strategic Plan

The Newport Public Library is currently developing a new five-year strategic plan. Laura Kimberly, Library and City Community Engagement Director, is facilitating the creation of the Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2025-2030 to guide library services and priorities for the next five years.

Step 1 : City Manager Approves Strategic Planning Process.


City Manager approves the strategic planning process at the request of the Library and City Community Engagement Director.

Step 2 : Collect Feedback from the Community.


Paper and electronic surveys (in English and Spanish) were distributed through multiple channels.

Over 100 responses were received and analyzed by library staff.

A Community Feedback Session was held on January 22 to gather input on library service priorities.

Step 3 : City Council Work Session.


The Library and City Community Engagement Director introduces the strategic planning process to the City Council and Mayor.

During the February 3 City Council Work Session, the Council and Mayor provide feedback on library service priorities.

Step 4 : Library Staff and Stakeholder Meeting.

Library staff and key stakeholders review service area demographics, operations, library standards, SWOT analysis, and community feedback.

Stakeholder group includes City leadership and community representatives.

Step 5 : Key Informant Interviews.


The Director conducts in-depth interviews with key individuals to gather further insights.

Step 6 : Plan Development


Library staff and the Director compile feedback to develop goals, objectives, and activities for the final draft of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan.

Step 7 : Review and Approval


The Library Advisory Committee reviews the final strategic plan document. City Council is expected to approve the Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2025-2030. The projected approval date for the final strategic plan document is June 7, 2021.

Step 8 : Plan Presentation and Implementation.


The Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2025-2030 will be published on the Newport Public Library web page for the public to view. Publicity and marketing efforts will ensure broad community awareness and engagement.

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