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COLLABORATION + IMAGINATION = INNOVATION The changing role of Public Libraries in Rural Communities: Session #420 Presented by: Julie Andrews-Jotham Branch Manager, Brampton Public Library I. Craig Davidson CAO/Clerk-Treasurer Municipality of Hastings Highlands Kimberly McMunn CEO, Hastings Highlands Public Library

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The changing role of Public Libraries in Rural Communities: Session #420 Presented by: Julie Andrews-Jotham Branch Manager, Brampton Public Library I. Craig Davidson CAO/Clerk-Treasurer Municipality of Hastings Highlands Kimberly McMunn CEO, Hastings Highlands Public Library. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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COLLABORATION + IMAGINATION = INNOVATION

The changing role of Public Libraries in Rural Communities: Session #420

Presented by:

Julie Andrews-JothamBranch Manager, Brampton Public Library

I. Craig Davidson CAO/Clerk-Treasurer Municipality of Hastings Highlands

Kimberly McMunn CEO, Hastings Highlands Public Library

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Where is Hastings Highlands?

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Maynooth

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History

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Naturally…inspiringCloser than Algonquin, but with all the rugged charm, pristine lakes and outdoor adventures... North Hastings will empower you!

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Artistic Community

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Where we started……..

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Where we ended up….

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A multipurpose community facility

The gymnasium is the place for presentations and gatherings. Here, mayor Ron Emond and

members of Council receive a donation of children’s art for the library while grades 5 and

6 from Maynooth Public School look on.Children’s area is bathed

in natural light

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The build up… In the years preceding the actual building

process, the library underwent significant changes in its programs and services and was able to increase public support and library membership.

Circulation rose over 250% during the three years prior to building

Programming attendance rose exponentially as connections with the local public school and other community groups were forged

The case for a new library was solidified!

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How we got hereImagination Collaboration

Research and many library tours and investigation

enabled us to create a vision of how the multi-use building could function. Meetings with stakeholders and residents helped us “think big” about the possible uses for the

facility.We wanted to anchor our community,

inspire learning, and model what public buildings can be.

We were always, and continue to be, open to new ideas and

partnerships.

Hastings-Prince Edward District School Board

Hastings Highlands Council

HHP Library Board Downtown Revitalization Maynooth Business

Association North Hastings Heritage

Network Community residents

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…Process

Funding

RFP Process

Choosing an Architect: design vs. design-build

Community consultation: public meetings and strategic meetings with stakeholders

Support from provincial and federal governments

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Creating a LandmarkLibrary Journal May 2011

This article listed the top 10 new icons of the library world. These spaces acted as “community living rooms for self-learning, experiencing culture, connecting, communicating and tapping into information and entertainment.”

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Criteria for success: how we measure upGreen

Merchandising State of the art HVAC with propane-fired boilers,

hot water radiators and in-floor heat in the gym White roof reduces the “heat island” effect Construction waste managed to minimize

recycling Regionally available materials and labour were

used wherever possible Re-purposed furniture from MTO and Carleton

University cut our costs and consumption 75% of the public and work spaces have exterior

views and daylight illumination Sensors make sure water gets turned off and

toilets have a small and large flush option Old building moved and re-purposed

Flexible• Everything possible in the library is on

wheels• Very few interior walls have been installed• Expansive sight lines • Lower shelving

Retail-style displays highlight new acquisitions and topical items

Local artists are featured each month in a rotational display

Décor• Focal point of the library is the cultured stone

fireplace and the area directly in front of it• This conversation area is front and centre

upon entering the library and it creates a feeling of warmth and welcome

• Furnishings are comfortable and neutral • Library “living room” encourages customers

to linger

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The new library has a café and wifi to make it a comfortable place to bring your laptop and get some work done.

The fireplace creates a welcoming vista and keeps it cozy in the winter months…

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Serving the Recreational Needs of the Community…

Community Use Gymnasium/Multi-

purpose Room

Now we have:

School Board support for the project and school use of facility

Community recreational programming

Healthy Communities Fund

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Thanks for coming!Get in touch with us:

Julie Andrews-JothamBranch Manager

South Fletcher’s & Mount Pleasant Village BranchesBrampton Public [email protected]

Kimberly McMunnChief Executive Officer

Hastings Highlands Public [email protected]

Craig DavidsonCAO/Clerk-Treasurer

Municipality of Hastings Highlands

[email protected]

Libraries have been around in various forms for nearly 4,000 years and have become a cornerstone of activities for the communities in which they exist. Even though the role and function of what’s happening inside will change, the library itself will remain a powerful entity around which communities will rally. Thomas Frey