Chetwynd Public Library Library Director Annual Report 2017 Chair Margaret Movold Vice Chair Dana Bergen Treasurer Rosa Enes Trustees Sara Hoehn Tanya Harmacek Gloria Millsap Leslie Panoulias Jennifer Pierce Dan Rose: Peace River Regional District Representative Rochelle Galbraith: District of Chetwynd Council Liaison We will nurture the social, cultural, and economic success of our community by engaging the community in a spirit of reading, learning and discovery.
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Chetwynd Public Library Library Director Annual Report 2017
Chair Margaret Movold
Vice Chair Dana Bergen
Treasurer Rosa Enes
Trustees
Sara Hoehn
Tanya Harmacek
Gloria Millsap
Leslie Panoulias
Jennifer Pierce
Dan Rose: Peace River Regional District Representative
Rochelle Galbraith: District of Chetwynd Council Liaison
We will nurture the social, cultural, and economic success of our community by engaging the community in a spirit of reading, learning and discovery.
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Library Director Annual Report 2017
Library Director Summary
This year started with the question of do we stay or do we go. As much as we love our space we needed to take a
look beyond the surface to the structure of the building. With the support of our partners we looked at the mechanics of
the building with fresh eyes and perspective. Armed with knowledge of what lies beneath we asked the question is it
better to stay and renovate the current space or would it be better to start with a new building. The process included a
feasibility study which asked the community for their feedback. It also made all of us question so much of why do we so
what we do. Is there a better way? Do we stay status quo or disrupt and transform.
Library policy is not the pretty stuff of what we do. There are no cute photo ops, no fancy books to put on the
shelves. However, without a clear document to guide our decisions we are lost without direction. Evaluation of our old
policy was yearlong process of a committee from the board methodically going over a draft document which would
become the foundation for why we do what we do. It is an essential living document which we must ensure never falls
behind again.
In 2017 we also looked at updating the strategic plan for 2018-2021. We took the year to complete this process with
input from staff and board members driving a new vision for the library. We learned that the best path forward is to step
back and critically look at why we do what we do. The results of the community survey helped pave our path forward.
Supporting vision documents from the Ministry of Education: Libraries Branch, Peace River Regional District, District of
Chetwynd & North East Library Federation assisted us in designing our vision. Keep it simple and keep it realistic was the
refrain from our library team. Gone are the days of over complicated documents that no one will read. We felt it was
essential to have a vision document which will inspire our team to inspire the community.
What did we learn with these three major projects all colliding into one year? Balance and humility! We learned that
it is ok to admit when you are unsure of the next step and ask for help. That is not a sign of weakness but rather a show
of understanding for personal and organizational limitations. Talk! Talk to staff, talk to board members and talk to the
community. A vision means nothing unless it is a shared vision. Communication is key to moving forward as one team
who understands why we do the things we do.
I am going into my 6th year with the Chetwynd Public Library and one thing still never ceases to amaze me. The
support the community shows for this library is outstanding. It feels good to know that what we do is appreciated and
well received. It also is deeply satisfying to know that people feel welcome and able to voice their opinions. I am very
proud of this library and the dedicated team who work together to inspire the community. I am honoured to be but a
small part of this team. Together we are stronger and with humbled dedication we will work to ensure that the vision set
forth comes to fruition, one step at a time.
Ana Peasgood
Library Director
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