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Staff and commissioners identified partner organizations and outreach opportunities that could expand programming and raise the library’s profile. Suggestions included veteran service organizations, colleges and universities, Master Gardeners, Special Olympics, Westbank seniors, water-resource educators and local special-interest clubs for topics such as astronomy, woodworking and financial literacy. A staff member said they were already talking to some partners and encouraged commissioners to recommend groups.

Commissioners and staff sketched several practical outreach ideas: a monthly speaker series tied to the 250th reading program, pop-up informational booths (\"Latte with librarians\" and similar events), coordinated attendance at council district meetings and working groups to develop focused advocacy plans. Staff described existing countywide library coordination meetings and suggested commissioners could request joint meetings with other local library commissions.

On the role of commissioners in advocacy, staff clarified the distinction between speaking as a resident and speaking on behalf of the commission. A staff member advised that commissioners may attend public meetings and speak during public comment as private citizens and may identify themselves as a commissioner, but they should not present positions as the commission’s official stance unless the commission has agreed on those positions in advance \"and come back and ask the commission for it,\" the facilitator said.

Budget and funding were discussed as part of advocacy strategy: staff said the department is entering budget season and encouraged commissioners to consider concrete asks (for example, what a $20,000 or $50,000 increase would accomplish). Staff also noted donations have become a meaningful, if variable, funding stream for programs and prizes.

Next steps included proposed working groups for advocacy and outreach, follow-up data requests about district-level patronage, and staff support to help commissioners prepare talking points if they pursue appearances before council or other bodies. No formal policy action was taken at the meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Library Advisory Commission - August 14, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Commissioners and staff discussed outreach and advocacy strategies — partnerships with veterans groups, colleges, Master Gardeners and others; a planned speaker series; and guidance about when commissioners speak as private citizens versus on behalf of the commission.","taxTitle","Surprise, Maricopa County, Arizona","taxId",2566,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6137388,"Surprise library staff outline trauma-informed debrief model after incidents",223,1953000,2176000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5601060-529edf3b569d9c632995c16ffc411fbd&start=1953&end=2176","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5601060-529edf3b569d9c632995c16ffc411fbd/thumbnail_1953000.jpg","/articles/6137388/Surprise/Maricopa-County/Arizona/Surprise-library-staff-outline-trauma-informed-debrief-model-after-incidents","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6137388-08d2baf1ce09995dd38e3233cfee942f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155993&Signature=AYoNdBNH9tlS-nsEUFQvUU0vhfLUn70imx2aHpOS6KzraGErq0i~92qNx4xWZ~hcLonLcZm81H5gqvb4~11UGkNBH1ZYC~BgvQFxVXuhvGFiQW5~YDR1N2keQjVsQicG1ogfDaAagzvk3kmkN9vHSPejX6KXXiEI6vTr1J4yHRlmE-Gz9sbVRL1ckh92Tu2nVvNJ17UiY9hgFXb1Jba89Fj9x~VNuLja6gKtUNM3QoGPDclcYlKXk0KEFw4gCbWipkfIKV7YPIVXv6IZI4cTEH8k5kmiCsZ~r1AV-O6Fd3PUBn-33YYHgw8aTxqz02gxDcyPUEkSYeDI~sYgbcOd7g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Library staff described a formal process to support employees after difficult incidents at the Aug. 14 meeting of the Surprise Library Advisory Commission, saying branches will hold short, private debriefs to let staff process events and surface training and support needs.

A presenter said the process — modeled on peer debrief and trauma-informed practices — is intended as staff support rather than discipline. \"The supervisor's gonna use guided questions: how are you feeling? What happened? How could we have supported you better during this incident? What could be done differently next time?\" a staff member said.

Staff summarized the steps: gather involved staff in a private location, use guided questions to let people describe the event, express emotions, identify what went well and what could change, and note follow-up needs. The presenter said the process is not a training session nor a disciplinary hearing; its purpose is to support staff well-being and clarify next steps.

Staff also outlined the DESC model as a short framework for clarifying incidents: Describe what happened, Express feelings or concerns, Specify desired changes or roles, and Clarify follow-up. The presenter said supervisors will document whether additional training, counseling or other supports are needed and will offer further help.

Why it matters: staff said routine check-ins and structured debriefs help retain staff and reduce cumulative burnout from repeated difficult encounters; the model also aims to create consistent response expectations across branches.

No formal policy change or vote occurred; staff presented the approach for commission awareness and potential feedback.","Library staff described a structured post-incident support process using guided debriefs and the DESC model to help staff process traumatic events and identify follow-up training needs.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6137393,"Desiree Van Loon elected chair; Thomasina DeCampo elected vice chair of Surprise Library Advisory Commission",493,615000,1108000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5601060-529edf3b569d9c632995c16ffc411fbd&start=615&end=1108","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5601060-529edf3b569d9c632995c16ffc411fbd/thumbnail_615000.jpg","/articles/6137393/Surprise/Maricopa-County/Arizona/Desiree-Van-Loon-elected-chair-Thomasina-DeCampo-elected-vice-chair-of-Surprise-Library-Advisory-Commission","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6137393-761ac77d68e7b25d7b141df15173b90c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155993&Signature=k4tYw2nUUpx02Cp2niPsLc0ko9roC46cxNh9hrOgJllR25ocxa8r7uHXk~BRvrKYYCkdrnmjqumnlmEoeenyHWkMWdqjBUIfAvDmQHMs5AnoJPyD1DldqZzlkuDV0LPhDS0WXluZs88LDGItNbRO2FfmatRmMV3bzgPRFZ0WoVV6mDfhjGXJPns3cxsBsCx970b5eiliW6tiHbXR6siGCrZSSf~acu~B6FEZ8MA0ar0EVPBMLbyEghJCm4yW36NrmY2bS5QVEowNnrvIwPTN4UPhMFRXIv7H9m~3Ly-Ju~2ReorIW1pBfG4ZqmUGbA7VCt~Vt2GagBP7DDjjkloXDw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Surprise Library Advisory Commission selected its officers for the coming year at its Aug. 14 meeting.

The commission chose Commissioner Desiree Van Loon as chair. A motion \"to select Desiree Van Loon as chair of the Library Advisory Commission\" was made and the commission adopted the motion by voice vote. \"All in favor, say aye,\" the meeting facilitator said; members responded \"Aye,\" and the motion passed.

Commissioners also selected Thomasina DeCampo as vice chair. After nominations, the facilitator called for acclamation; members voiced assent and the motion passed.

Context: the commission’s bylaws call for annual selection of officers. Commission members discussed eligibility and confirmed that members in appointment limbo may be nominated and selected subject to later reappointment. The facilitator noted the commission is nominally a seven-member body and has not always been full.

Discussion vs. action: these were formal actions recorded as motions and resolved by voice vote during the meeting. The commission did not record a roll-call vote in the transcript and no recorded dissent was expressed.

Next steps: the commission proceeded with its agenda after officer selection; the newly elected chair and vice chair will carry out routine duties described in commission protocols.","At its Aug. 14 meeting the commission selected Desiree Van Loon as chair and Thomasina DeCampo as vice chair by voice vote; formal nominations and a voice vote closed both items.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6137398,"Surprise libraries report record summer reading sign-ups; yearlong “250” program planned",0,3000000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5601060-529edf3b569d9c632995c16ffc411fbd&start=3000&end=3000","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5601060-529edf3b569d9c632995c16ffc411fbd/thumbnail_3000000.jpg","/articles/6137398/Surprise/Maricopa-County/Arizona/Surprise-libraries-report-record-summer-reading-sign-ups-yearlong-250-program-planned","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6137398-d12ab4d76f7076f99150d9fc1d791ca8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155993&Signature=mDO2jN6b8Phjps3SvlJ5jKY0MrSxZQnaEJJc4Ic41YuCh8hNE6Py4OJUQAeWa5blmd~Hdt7iJ3gsjRIUXkkjlFewGnd26~N4eNwcHtiSOYVoN6kGG~Q4htX~yX9w-RWRUN1hE9J7Zs38PayV17cTnpL3ITOTZiqybJW03b4HDlHvl1S7YDx7WhDyUqvVG6Ghm63s~V3LbgzOV9y6hSCHpGJAOSLHdhunmqVyLlajkvZ~h37-fv6Kd8C7p-y2ScJNrn~OvMhE6EjFKU827Rfx3Vg~ridmNt08~ug8YW4hmg4KHHCq0btxcYH3k96gsw2ayUbawm7oKtqxWFm94B7aLQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Library staff reported a record summer reading turnout at the Aug. 14 meeting of the Surprise Library Advisory Commission, saying 5,733 people registered this year and that staff reached an early milestone of 4,000 registrations in 10 days.

Library staff said the system recorded 3,121 participants who logged more than 1,000 minutes and that first-time registrations numbered about 3,001. \"We reached 4,000 people in 10 days,\" a staff member said, adding the branches saw a completion rate above the county average.

The significance: the numbers indicate strong public engagement with summer programs and point to an expanded slate of offerings for the next 12 months. Staff announced a new, citywide reading program to run Oct. 1, 2025, through July 4, 2026, tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary. Under the new program, participants will be asked to log 1,776 minutes — a symbolic target tied to 1776 — and to take part in a \"community experience challenge\" that steers readers to city sites and partner events.

Program details and outreach: staff described a prize structure and an emphasis on citywide community experiences. Suggested community experiences mentioned by staff include visiting the local aviation memorial and the Veterans Memorial and attending arts and culture programs at regional libraries. The program will include a monthly speaker series at two branch locations starting in October; staff said they were contacting veterans, historians and service organizations to secure presenters.

Staff also described operational supports that helped drive summer success: three paid municipal interns supported branches during the peak season, helping with prize distribution, shelving and program support. Staff said two new hires at Hollyhock branch have increased programming capacity and that staff are scheduling additional joint trainings so branches can run large programs that require moving furniture and using shared spaces.

What’s next: staff said a kickoff for the new 250 program is set for Oct. 4 at Sunrise Regional Library from 10 a.m. to noon. They also indicated more detailed program materials and prize lists will be available at the commission’s next meeting.

The commission did not take formal policy action on the programs at the meeting; staff presented metrics and program plans for commission awareness and endorsement.","Library staff reported a record turnout for summer reading — more than 5,700 registrations and thousands of readers logging extended minutes — and outlined a citywide, yearlong reading program tied to America’s 250th celebration beginning Oct. 1.","actionData","errors"]

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Commission discusses advocacy, community partnerships and when commissioners may speak publicly

Surprise library staff outline trauma-informed debrief model after incidents

Desiree Van Loon elected chair; Thomasina DeCampo elected vice chair of Surprise Library Advisory Commission

Surprise libraries report record summer reading sign-ups; yearlong “250” program planned