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Surrey Public Library

The Library provides downloadable e-books, audio books, and a selection of online databases to Surrey residents of all ages. Partnerships with local community agencies such as School District No. 36 and Options Community Services (OCS) help to extend literacy programs beyond the Library’s walls. The department’s budgetary divisions include: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Administrative Services manages the physical spaces, as well as the finance, human resources and information technology functions of the Library system, ensuring day-to-day service requirements are met. This division also manages the Library’s image and raises awareness and funds to support and enhance its community services. ECONOMIC  Prepared the 2015 Literacy Day Report, which highlighted the economic impact of libraries http://www.surreylibraries.ca/files/ LDR15.pdf; and ENVIRONMENTAL  Created a pilot seed lending library;  Continued to promote green education & awareness through green building tours of City Centre Library; and

Outreach at Surrey Skill Share Fair

PUBLIC SERVICES Public Services manages the borrowing and information services offered through our nine locations; plans, promotes and delivers a wide variety of programs. This division also acquires and manages the print and electronic collections that suit the needs of our diverse community.

2015 ACCOMPLISHMENTS

 Supported the creative economy by hosting the Surrey Maker Showcase, which featured 3D printing.

 Reduced printing by piloting scan to USB services for the public at the City Centre Library.

2016-2020 FINANCIAL PLAN

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