Fairfield Public Library, Technology Plan 2011-2013
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Transcript of Fairfield Public Library, Technology Plan 2011-2013
Fairfield Public LibraryTechnology Plan 2010Fiscal Year 2011 - 2013
Karen Ronald Town Librarian
Nancy Coriaty Deputy Town Librarian
Dawn La Valle Assistant Director, Administrative Services
Jim Swift IT Administrator
Merry Uk Municipal Web Librarian
Circulation – over 1 million items One of three libraries in Connecticut with over 1 million checkouts
• Libraries are more important and busier than ever
• Patrons are checking out more digital items
Action Step (FY2011): Provide online library card registration to allow faster, easier access to materials and resources
Website:1.5 million hits every yearwww.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org
• Patrons are moving
swiftly into the digital age
• Using web features such
as databases, online
registration, etc.
Action Step (FY2011): Expand the website to provide downloadable books, movies and music, creating a digital library experience
Microsoft Office 2010
Updated Powerful EfficientNewly Installed Staff Training Public Classes
Action Step (FY2013): Offer continuous updates and training for staff and public
Adobe Web Premium Creative Suite 5
Fast Dynamic ProductiveNewly Updated Powerful Interface Professional Results
Action Step (FY2011): Send the webmaster to Dreamweaver and Creative Suite training for higher productivity and professional development
Mango and Little Pim
Adults and children can learn a new language online, from home, work, anywhere with an internet connection
Action Step (FY2013): Continuous promotion lifelong learning online by evaluating and acquiring new educational software as it is produced and released
Value Line Database
A recently-acquired business database offering remote access to valuable information
Action Step (FY2012): Acquire Morningstar and other databases targeted to the business community, including commuters and online investors
Touch Screen Scan StationAn easy-to-use touch screen product that scans to email or USB
Action Step (FY2012): Acquire and employ more hardware and software to meet the needs of trends such as the “Empire of One”
Self-Checkout StationsNew user-friendly technology as an alternate, efficient checkout option for a busy circulation desk
Action Step (FY2012): Review and update technology hardware and software for improved self-checkout service to empower our patrons
Young Adult Space and TechnologyFreshly revamped Down Under space for teens to inspire creativity
Action Step (FY2013): Create a technology annex to include tools to harness creativity, including web design, writing, publishing,
and production and editing of music and video
The Children’s LibrarySeveral computers highlight the interactive learning software available for kids
Action Step (FY2013): Continuous promotion of valuable educational and interactive software for children
Get Connected at Your Library
Cardboard Cutout Series: An innovative initiative
aiming to spark interest and encourage the community to get a
library card to take advantage of the digital and physical library
James Blake professional tennis player
Action Step (FY2013): Create a more functional mobile website to allow commuters, pedestrians and visitors
on-the-go to access our resources quickly and seamlessly
Coming Soon: Technology Petting ZooNew technology to harness new digital resources
Fairfield Public Library will be one of the first libraries in the country to participate in Sony’s E-Reader Library Program
Action Step (FY2011): Acquire more digital tools and share with the public to provide hands-on access and information
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
The renovation proposal emphasizes bringing the branch into the digital age
Action Step (FY2013): Expand wifi access and introduce RFID to materials
For more information, see the full Technology Plan 2011-2013 report.