About the Library
COMMUNITY SPACES
GOAL 1: Customers find that library branches are inviting and comfortable
spaces where they feel welcome and want to linger to enjoy the library services
that meet their reading, education, information and recreation needs and
find opportunities for community interaction.
- Objective 1: Modify
the public areas of no less than four library branches to include at
least one distinct use area (e.g. teen area, community living room,
group study area or reading-friendly zone). These use areas will serve
as places for community members to gather and enjoy library services.
- Objective 2: Revise
library procedures so that customers will be able to enjoy food and
beverages in Sacramento Public Library buildings.
- Objective 3: Install
vending machines or food/beverage kiosks in or outside (as applicable)
at least four library branches to provide customers with opportunities
to purchase food and/or beverages. (after review and approval by the
Library Authority Board)
- Objective 4: Provide,
partnering with organizations or individuals as appropriate, at least
10 displays and exhibits designed to reflect the full range of diversity
in the community, including appropriate literature.
- Objective 5: Offer,
in at least four branches, a bilingual conversation circle, providing
opportunities for interaction between English learners and English speakers
who wish to practice or learn another language. In these libraries,
language learners will find opportunities to interact with other community
members while meeting their educational needs in a comfortable and welcoming
setting.
