We are nearly finished with Phase I and II of our reV@10 or “reVisioning at 10 Years” strategic planning iniative.
We have new Vision, Mission and Values statements plus new Goals and Objectives.
Core Values
Equitable Access
We believe that all Kentuckians should have access to quality information regardless of economic status, geographic location or educational level or attainment.
Lifelong Learning
We believe knowing how to find, evaluate, and use information contributes to lifelong learning and improves the quality of life for all Kentuckians.
Collaboration
We are committed to working together to share resources and knowledge.
Efficiency
We are committed to maximizing the use of resources.
Professionalism
We are committed to high quality services delivered with integrity, accountability and transparency.
Vision
KYVL provides comprehensive and dynamic information resources for all Kentuckians.
KYVL is an essential component of Kentucky’s P-20 educational continuum and a valued partner in economic development.
KYVL is a model for innovative cooperation and best practices.
KYVL is known, sought, used and valued by all.
Mission
The mission of KYVL is to provide all Kentuckians with equitable access to library resources and to a common foundation of quality online information for lifelong learning, working and living.
Goals and Objectives
GOAL 1: To be valued as the preferred information resource by all Kentuckians
Objectives:
1. Increase visibility to all Kentuckians
2. Minimize barriers to access and use
3. Increase usage of KYVL resources
4. Implement a statewide training initiative
GOAL 2: To have a common core of quality resources and services for all Kentucky libraries
Objectives:
1. Restore previous levels of database content to serve the broad needs of the KYVL community
2. Improve resource sharing
3. Support the migration to the next generation library systems and tools for Kentucky’s libraries
GOAL 3: To be an effective leader for the virtual library community throughout Kentucky
Objectives:
1. Increase transparency of KYVL operations and decision-making
2. Identify and implement virtual library best practices
3. Establish a system for regular assessment of organizational effectiveness
GOAL 4: To achieve adequate funding and sustainability
Objectives:
1. Implement a continuous process improvement system for operations.
2. Increase effectiveness of organizational structure
3. Develop and implement a more effective funding model
The Virtual Library Advisory Committee (VLAC) endorsed these statements on Friday, 13 Nov. We presented them to the Council on Postsecondary Education Senior Leadership on 16 Nov for approval. The Senior Leadership is compromised of President King, the Vice and Associate Vice Presidents, the Marketing Director and Chief of Staff. Approval was given.
Nearly 500 people have given their input, over 50 of them representing all the partners and constituents – KDE, KDLA, CPE, universities, public libraries, KCTCS, K12, hospitals, were involved in the “heavy lifting” of analysis and creation of the Values, Vision, Mission and Goals.
The Core Team and Full Planning Team have been invaluable and exceptional in their providing their time and expertise in creating these statements which will be the foundation of KYVL work the next three years and beyond.
What are the next steps? Core Team meeting on 14 December. Core Team will plan next steps.
- Set performance indicators for goals & objectives
- Identify strategies for each objective
- Determine resources needed for implementing strategies
- Define relationships and dependencies of strategies to each other
- Select which strategies are highest priority
- Develop action plans, including tasks/activities to be completed, person/team responsible and completion date for selected strategies
Also, KYVL will post compiled feedback and other documentation.
Details and updates will be posted to the reV@10 wiki page on the KYVL website.
Thank you to all who participated.
Have a safe and relaxing Thanksgiving holiday,
Enid