Braswell Memorial Library Survey
1.

What are the top needs of our community?
 

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2.

How could the library address those issues? 
 

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3.

Tell us about your access to technology (Please check all that apply)
 Yes No    
I have access to a computer or tablet    
I have reliable and fast internet/WiFi access at home    
I have reliable and fast internet/WiFi access at work    
I own a smart phone    
4.
As the library plans for the future rate the importance of each of the following services? (1: least important to 5: most important)
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Access to innovative technology (3D printers, virtual reality, etc.)
Access to multimedia media production tools (hardware, software & studio space
Live streaming library programs
English as a second language programs
Opportunities to digitize and/or record family histories
Greater focus on business resources for entrepreneurs and the self- employed
Greater emphasis on job skills and job fairs
Outreach services to preschools, community centers, etc.
Homebound (disabled and elderly) delivery services
Story walks for children and families
5.
What programming topics would interest you if they were offered at the library? (Please check all that apply)
Art classes
Birdwatching
Genealogy or History
Gardening
Poetry groups
Popular culture
Computer classes
Crafts
Film screenings
Finance
Writing groups
Environment
Author visits
Fitness and health
Food preparation
Music Performances
Disaster preparedness
Science
Other  
6.
Is there anything else you would like us to know?
 

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7.
On average, how often do you use the library? (Please check one)
At least once per week
At least once per month
Several times a year
I don't use the library
8.
If you do not use the library, why not? (Please check all that apply)
The hours are not convenient
Bad experience in the past
No convenient location
I use other information sources
Not a safe environment
I don't enjoy the atmosphere
Other  
9.

Which library do you use most often?
Braswell Memorial Library (Rocky Mount)
Spring Hope Public Library
Bailey Public Library
Whitakers Public Library
Middlesex Public Library
Bookmobile
10.
How would you rate each of the following library services?
 Excellent Good Poor Don't Know  
Customer Service  
Collection (books, DVD's, audiobooks, newspapers, etc.)  
Programs (classes, storytimes, etc.)  
Computers, Internet access and printers  
E-resources (e-books, e-audiobooks, online magazines, streaming video)  
Passport Services  
Facilities  
11.
What do you rely on the library for? (Please check all that apply)
Borrow books and materials
Print, fax, copy
Homework
Read the newspaper/magazines
Use the computers
Use study rooms
Visit the Children's Room
Attend programs for adults
Internet access
Use meeting rooms
Use Local History resources
Attend programs for children or teens
Other  
12.
What is your age? (optional) 
<17
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-65
65+
Prefer not to say
13.

What is your gender? (optional) 
Male
Female
Prefer not to say
Other  
14.

What is your Ethnicity? (optional) 
White
Black/African American
Hispanic/Latino
Asian
American Indian/Alaskan Native
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
Prefer not to say
Other  
15.
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