1.3 Brampton Library Strategic Plan

The Brampton Library Strategic Plan3 is fundamental to realizing facility development/redevelopment strategies advanced through the Library FMP. The Brampton Library Strategic Plan drives all decisions made by the Library Board and Brampton Library Staff related to library services, space and programs.

The Library Strategic Plan’s Vision of “Inspiring Connections”is well suited to the Library FMP since library branches are the spaces in which connections occur. The Library’s Mission statement also supports the provision of quality, meaningful and inclusive spaces whereby branches are destinations for learning, inspiration and community. The Library’s Values and Goals shape the library development strategy by considering stated words and phrases such as innovation, dedication to learning, courage, strong community presence, a place for belonging, collaboration, neighbourhood champion and respected leader. For example, the Values and Goals impart philosophies that support Brampton Library’s willingness to take bold actions that result in community-centric and modern services through the provision of space.

A few Key Initiatives identified in the Strategic Plan’s Action Streams are particularly notable as it pertains to physical space:

• Take calculated risks - Be willing to take risks in the direction we want to go;

• Reciprocal partnerships – Seek out partnerships to address challenges, including reaching underserved areas and enhancing programming;

• Research and identify neighbourhood catchment areas – By neighbourhoods, identify what is working well and where there are gaps; and

• Seize the service points – Increase [the] number of service points by exploring alternate service delivery options…Look for partnerships and opportunities to share spaces.

The Brampton Library Strategic Plan is a five-year document whose timeframe spans the years 2017 to 2021.

Inspiring Connections

~ Brampton Library Vision

“Brampton Library is a world-class destination that creates opportunities for everyone to discover their full potential by fostering literacy, inspiring learning and building community.”

~ Brampton Library Mission