Strategic Plan
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.
Thank You For Sharing Your Input! Our Community Conversation events and survey have now closed. Stay tuned for more information about the strategic plan and facilities master plan.
Shaping Tomorrow’s Library Together
Our strategic planning process brings together data, community input, and creative ideas. Through discovery, engagement, and planning, we’re working with staff, partners, and neighbors of all ages to create a shared vision for the future of our libraries.
Phase 1: Discovery & Assessment
Timeframe: April - July
- Leadership + Board interviews
- Environmental scan & SOAR analysis
- Facility condition assessments
- Service gaps + population growth
Phase 2: Engagement
Timeframe: 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
Timeframe: 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
Next Chapter Advisory Committee Members
This committee, comprising community leaders, partners with the library and our consultants to share perspectives, offer feedback, and help ensure that the plans reflect the needs and priorities of the communities we serve.
- Alicia Gomori, FVRLibraries
- Jennifer Giltrop, FVRLibraries
- Mary Williams, FVRLibraries Trustee
- Marie Coffey, FVRLibraries Trustee
- Olga Hodges, FVRLibraries Trustee
- Terra McLeod, FVRLibraries
- Barrie Olmstead, FVRLibraries
- Devon Laing, FVRLibraries
- Andy Parsons, FVRLibraries
- June Knudson, North Bonneville & Stevenson Friends of the Library
- Jane Higgins, Battle Ground Friends of the Library
- Jenny Wilkerson, FVRL Foundation
- Susan Smith, Ridgefield School District
- Mike Nerland, ESD 112
- Angela Badastini, Home School Advocate
- Ty Stober, Councilmember - City of Vancouver
- Marla Keethler, Mayor - City of White Salmon
- Joe Walsh, City of Washougal
- Amy Tanska Ott, Greater Vancouver Chamber
- Michelle Milner, ZOOM Info
- Tanna Engdahl, Cowlitz Indian Tribe
- Brad Richardson, Clark County Historical Museum
- Sasha Bentley, Washington Gorge Action Programs
- Lyn Love, Workforce Southwest Washington
- Travis Piatz, South Central Workforce
- Stella Koitzsch, La Center High School
August Update to the Board of Trustees:
Watch the Presentation
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.
Our Consulting Partners
We are working with two firms to guide the Strategic and Facilities Planning process.
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Group 4 Architecture: A nationally recognized leader in library and community facility design, specializing in flexible, welcoming spaces shaped by community needs.
- Point North: A Southwest Washington–based consulting firm focused on community engagement and strategic planning, with deep experience serving local organizations.
Together, they bring expertise in facilities planning and public engagement to ensure the library’s next chapter is informed, inclusive, and forward-looking.
