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Library moves forward on 2026 strategic-plan update to meet state accreditation; public and staff surveys planned

Garland Library Advisory Board · November 10, 2025
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Library staff told the board the system will update its strategic plan to meet Texas accreditation rules, has contracted 720 Design to lead the process, and will launch public and staff surveys (English/Spanish/Vietnamese) with staff development input on Jan. 23, 2026.

Garland Public Library staff outlined a 2026 strategic-plan update on Nov. 10, tied to state accreditation requirements and a public engagement schedule that includes multilingual surveys and a focused staff-development day.

Staff said the library contracted 720 Design (which previously worked on the Central renovation) to oversee the update and that consultants and subcontractors will assist with data analysis, demographic review and…

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