CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Laramie County Library System is developing a new strategic and master facilities plan that will shape the goals, mission and growth of the library for the next five years. They need to hear from residents about what they want their library to become.
“Strategic planning is always an exciting process, and it works best when we hear from as broad a cross-section of our community as possible,” said Antonia Gaona, executive director of LCLS. “We want to know what you like, what you dislike, and what you want from your library in the years ahead. We are listening.”
Library patrons, Laramie County residents, and community members throughout the region have a wide variety of ways to provide feedback and share their thoughts on how to improve Laramie County Library System. Interested parties can fill out a survey at their convenience, share specific thoughts on new services or improvements, or sign up to be part of a more intensive focus group at https://libraryiq.mysocialpinpoint.com/lclsplan.
Additionally, a series of community input events are planned throughout the month of April in various locations throughout Laramie County. A comprehensive list of events can be found in the April edition of the LCLS monthly events calendar. The events are open to the public and no reservations are required.
“Whether you’ve been a lifelong patron or have never stepped through our doors, your perspective matters. This strategic planning process is not just about the library — it’s about you, your family, and the future of our community. We want to know how the library can help you meet challenges and capitalize on opportunities in your life. Let’s build something extraordinary together,” Gaona said.
The library is working with two firms to facilitate gathering community input and assess potential changes to the layout of the Laramie County library locations. LibraryIQ, a well-known library data-analyst firm, is heading up efforts to engage stakeholders and develop a vision for future services while JLG Architects will conduct a detailed review of library spaces and make recommendations on ways to improve the patron experience.
A final, comprehensive strategic plan is scheduled to be presented to the Library Board of Directors and the Community Needs Assessment Team by the end of August 2025.
