CONVERSATION STARTERS

What would be included in your ideal community?
Ample public gathering spaces, accessible and affordable public transportation, active lifestyle opportunities and good schools rounded out the ideal community.

If you had a magic wand, what would you change about your community?
Less traffic congestion, community connections, greater diversity and affordable housing, education and healthcare were ranked highly by participants.

What are your hopes or dreams for yourself, your family and/or your community?
Job security, debt-free lifestyles, access to education, and health and happiness were all popular themes. Personal growth, including family, travel, career success and home ownership, was also important.

How can the library help you, your family, or your community be successful?
Participants highly value libraries and communicated the desire for more books, classes, events and meeting room space.