As we celebrate 75 years of library service, FVRLibraries is planning for the future—working on a new 5-year Strategic Plan and a 10-year Facilities Master Plan. These efforts will guide how we grow, evolve, and serve our communities in meaningful ways. From programs to spaces, we’re focused on meeting the changing needs of everyone we serve.
Planning Process & Timeline
Our planning process is taking place in three phases. Each step combines research, community input, and consultant expertise to shape the library’s 5-year Strategic Plan and 10-year Facilities Plan.
Phase 1: Discovery & Assessment (April - July)
- Leadership + Board interviews
- Environmental scan & SOAR analysis
- Facility condition assessment
- Service gaps + population growth
Phase 2: Engagement (May - August)
- Next Chapter Advisory Committee (NCAC)
- Staff survey
- Staff focus groups
- Government/ partner agency meetings
- Community survey
- Community conversations
- Engagement summary
Phase 3: Plan Development (August - December)
- Next Chapter Advisory Committee (NCAC)
- 5-Year Strategic Plan
- Library mission, vision + values
- Strategic objectives + success metrics
- 10-Year Facilities Plan
- Facility improvement options – maintenance, new, remodel, expansion, etc.
- Capital budget model
- Implementation priorities + timeline
- Facility recommendations – projects, budgets, timeline
August Update: Watch the discussion
At its August meeting in Goldendale, the Board of Trustees received a progress update on the library's Strategic Planning Process from the library’s consulting partners, Point North and Group 4. This video provides an overview of that presentation and discussion.