{"id":23842,"date":"2026-04-10T09:35:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T13:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/?p=23842"},"modified":"2026-04-10T09:36:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T13:36:20","slug":"plot-twist-you-help-decide-the-librarys-next-chapter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/2026\/04\/plot-twist-you-help-decide-the-librarys-next-chapter\/","title":{"rendered":"Plot Twist: You Help Decide the Library\u2019s Next Chapter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/ocls.org\/\">Orange County Library System<\/a> (OCLS) wants to hear from you! A community feedback survey is available online now through April 30 at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surveyhero.com\/c\/OCLS\">ocls.org\/masterplansurvey.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This survey is the first step in developing a master plan to ensure all Orange County libraries are inviting, accessible, attractive and comfortable spaces where everyone can belong and thrive. This plan will guide the library\u2019s improvements and expansions over the next 10-20 years and will prioritize future investments.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOrange County is growing fast, and a well thought out master plan will help us create a future for our library spaces that meet community need and interests,\u201d said Library Director and CEO Steve Powell. \u201cIdeas and feedback from current and potential library users are essential to shape and grow our spaces and offerings effectively.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and asks questions about community needs, library and technology usage and questions to ensure communities throughout the county are represented.<\/p>\n<p>OCLS is a public library system serving the 1.5 million residents of Orange County, Fla. With 15 locations and a vast network of online and outreach resources, OCLS enriches lives through experiences and opportunities to learn, grow and connect. 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