This document summarizes research conducted about the Frankfort Community Public Library. Primary research included interviews with the assistant library director, surveys of patrons, and observations at a local Starbucks. Secondary research examined characteristics of Generation Y library users and trends in 21st century digital libraries. Based on these findings, recommendations are made to renovate the library's basement into a tech-focused space called "The Down Under" with communal areas, install a mobile app for digital library cards, and provide more technology resources and collaborative study spaces.

2. Frankfort Community Public
Library
• Established in 1879
• Located 3 blocks from Ivy Tech
• Institute of Museum and
Library Services Award

3. Frankfort, Indiana
• Established in 1879
• Located 3 blocks from Ivy Tech
• Institute of Museum and
Library Services Award

4. Primary Research: Interview
• Tom Smith, Asst. Director of
FCPL
• October 2014
• 10 Questions
• Results of interview

5. Primary Research: Survey
• FCPL patrons
• October 27-November 14
• Results from survey

6. Primary Research: Observations
• Purdue campus Starbucks
• November 2014
• Results from observations

7. Conclusion of Primary Research
• Conflicting results
• Underserved market

8. Secondary Research: Online
Articles
• November – December 2014
• Gen Y characteristics
• Gen Y technology trends

9. Secondary Research: Online
Articles
• November –December 2014
• 21st Century Library Trends
• Biblio Tech in San Antonio,
Texas

10. Conclusion of Secondary
Research
• Gen Y preferences are unique
• Digital library
• Collaborative spaces

11. Recommendations to FCPL
• Renovate current basement
space

12. New and Improved Basement
Area
• The Down Under

13. New and Improved Basement
Area
• The Brew

14. Recommendation to FCPM
• Technology Opportunities

15. Recommendation to FCPM
• Digital Library Card – Insta
App
Insta App

16. Recommendation for FCPL
• Collaboration spaces for study
groups

17. Recommendations for FCPL
• Spanish for professionals

18. Proposed Budget
Subtotal Total Expense
Flooring
Luxury Vinyl (1,200 sq ft)
$8,400.00
Installation $13,200.00
Rugs (9) $1,125.00 $22,725.00
Furniture $10,000.00
Lighting
Fixtures $3,000.00
Electrical Installation $1,800.00 $4,800.00
Technology
Microsoft Surface (20)
(3-year lease) $9,300.00
Insta App $2,250.00 $11,550.00
Total Expense $39,075.00

19. Opportunities to Cover Technology
Expenses
Clinton Co. Foundation Grants:
$20,000
Technology Grants:
$9,300
Clinton County United Way:
$5,000
Clinton County Patrons:
$5,000