Strategic Priorities

Strategic Plan & Comprehensive Facilities Plan

FVRLibraries is entering its next chapter with the launch of a new 5-year Strategic Plan and a 10-year Comprehensive Facilities Plan. Together, these plans guide how we evolve library services, spaces, and investments to respond to changing community needs—now and into the future.

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Strategic Plan

FVRLibraries 2026-2030 Strategic Plan: Vision, Mission, Values, and Priorities

VISION

We provide the foundation for literacy, learning, and civic life, helping every person prosper through the power of knowledge, curiosity, and community connection.

MISSION

We open doors and provide access to literacy and learning for all, creating a foundation for stronger, more united communities.

VALUES

Integrity

We earn public trust through transparent leadership and the careful stewardship of our resources. We are committed to upholding the right to intellectual freedom and access for all, in a manner that honors the primary role of parents and guardians.

Connection

We create welcoming spaces—connecting people to ideas, resources, and one another so everyone we serve is seen, valued, and respected.

 

Lifelong Learning

We build literacy, nurture curiosity, and encourage discovery—embracing exploration, creativity, and growth at every stage of life.

PRIORITIES

We provide the foundation for literacy, learning, and civic life, helping every person prosper through the power of knowledge, curiosity, and community connection.

Operational Excellence 

Fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement that unites our staff, systems, and spaces to deliver exceptional service and lasting impact.

Goals, Objectives, & Measures

Community Connection & Inclusion

Building meaningful connections and partnerships, inclusive access, and welcoming spaces where everyone can learn, share, and belong.

Goals, Objectives, & Measures

Library Programs, Collections, & Services

Develop and deliver inclusive, engaging offerings that reflect community interests to inspire learning, strengthen connection, and enrich the lives of people across all ages and backgrounds.

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Spaces & Technology

Creating welcoming, innovative, and adaptable environments to connect people, expand access, empower discovery, and meet evolving needs in our communities.

Goals, Objectives, & Measures

Together, these priorities ensure we offer inclusive, engaging, and responsive experiences that spark curiosity, support lifelong learning, nurture creativity, strengthen social connection, and demonstrate our ongoing dedication to serving people of all ages and backgrounds with excellence.

Strategic Plan Design Symbolism

The strategic plan is envisioned as a quilt, with each square representing a distinct insight gathered from our community, stitched together with the lived experience and the expertise of our library staff. These pieces are intentionally threaded, creating patterns that illuminate and reinforce our mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities. Woven into everyday moments throughout the library, this plan will be a source of guidance, supporting our library and community for generations to come.

Community Engagement Report — What We Heard

Hear directly from community members across the district and explore the themes, needs, and opportunities that shaped the strategic plan and the future of FVRLibraries.

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The Strategic Planning Process

FVRLibraries launched its strategic and facilities planning processes in spring 2025 to shape a shared five-year vision. Guided by staff, trustees, and community advisors, the process gathered input through surveys, focus groups, and community conversations across the district. Community insights informed the development of the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities considered by the Board.

Board of Trustees Updates & Adoption Meetings

Throughout the planning process, the Board of Trustees received updates on community engagement findings and draft plan components. In fall 2025 and January 2026, the Board reviewed proposed language and made final decisions regarding the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities, formally adopting the Strategic Plan.

August 2025 Meeting

November 2025 Meeting

December 2025 Meeting

January 2026 Meeting

Partners in the Process

Next Chapter Advisory Committee

The Next Chapter Advisory Committee, comprised of community leaders, partnered with the library and our consultants to share perspectives, offer feedback, and help ensure that the plan reflects the needs and priorities of the communities we serve.

Consulting Partners

FVRLibraries worked with two firms to guide the Strategic and Facilities Planning process. Together, they brought expertise in facilities planning and public engagement to ensure the library’s next chapter is informed, inclusive, and forward-looking.

Group 4

Group 4 Architecture is a nationally recognized leader in library and community facility design, specializing in flexible, welcoming spaces shaped by community needs.

Point North:
Point North is a Southwest Washington–based consulting firm focused on community engagement and strategic planning, with deep experience serving local organizations.

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