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Community mapping finds demand for more hours, youth services as branches reopen

Santa Monica Public Library Board and Friends (joint meeting) · February 12, 2026
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Summary

Library staff presented results from a community mapping effort showing priorities for access, cleanliness, bilingual staff and youth programming; staff outlined a phased plan to publish a public report and expand branch days toward a four-day schedule by July.

Erica reported the library’s community mapping findings and next steps, emphasizing hours, youth services and cleanliness as top community priorities. Speaking to the joint meeting, Erica said the project used surveys, community conversations, focus groups and pop-up outreach and that staff are preparing a public-facing four-page summary and a fuller insight report for stakeholders.

Erica summarized the findings: “SNPL is…

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