New Ferndale Library

Is a library important to Ferndale? Why or why not? Do you have any additional comments or questions?

1. Every community the size of Ferndale should have a library -- the library should definitely have more parking.
2. Yes, I think it is a great tool for community life, one I would fight for. A fax machine would also be helpful!
3. A library I feel is the utmost importance for children of all ages. There is so much more important information they can gather outside of school. Thank you.
4. I find the library important, and use it often. I am satisfied with it as is, for my needs.
5. Resources. Reading enjoyment
6. Yes, even if I use the Bellingham Public Library I can return the books at the Ferndale Library.
7. Why don't they enlarge the present library and use city land nearby for parking?
8. Very important to Ferndale to all ages. We use continuously.
9. Maybe a larger library, no art or coffee shops. Our $ should be focusing on traffic and sidewalks!
10. Absolutely yes. Its a vital community resource.
11. An up-to-date library/media center is one way an outsider measures the business and social health of a community
12. I have a hard time finding time to get to the library. I am a busy man but my kids use the school library all the time.
13. Yes!!!
14. We have enjoyed the library services and look forward to any improvements.
15. A library is important for all citizens. Keeps children off the streets. Information will always be a need. Books are a magical treasure!
16. I am satisfied with the present library.
17. yes!
18. Important, yes, especially for children's education and for seniors who can't afford to buy books.
19. We checked on the library before moving to Ferndale - would not have built our new home here if there had been no library. We visit it almost weekly and we do bring visiting grandchildren to the library.
20. Yes. Encourage literacy.
21. Designated quiet area where one could avoid overall din of current library or "white noise" technology utilized?
22. Absolutely! Important for community to be well read and informed. (Note on audio books) I tried the audio books, tapes were broken or distorted, so I quit using them. Selection of CDs were uninteresting to me. I felt the audios were not maintained.
23. Very important.
24. Lack of parking is my biggest issue with our current library. Please make sure our new one has more spaces - and a little bigger too, some of us have large trucks.
25. A library is very important to Ferndale. Books are important to all age groups.
26. Very important. It was very helpful in the early years for my boys who are now avid readers. We have found the library to be lacking in fine literature lately.
27. Yes
28. It is important, but I would not support (at taxpayer expense) one with "frills" like fireplace, play area, garden, etc.
29. It is so important to have a library in Ferndale. My children really look forward to storytime every Thursday.
30. Important for a growing city.
31. The library is fairly new. I think tax dollars could be better spent.
32. Yes! Life-long learning should be a goal for kids and adults alike.
33. Nope
34. Yes, because knowledge is power
35. My family uses the library weekly as does my child's school.
36. Yes, education and access for people who cannot afford to buy their own resources. (Note: used library computers and internet before getting own computer)
37. Happy with what we now have
38. yes - but all we need is a library, not all the extra stuff that is mentioned above. what part of #10 is actually necessary consideratioon for our city library? We need librarians and books, etc., not partks, coffee, play areas, fireplaces. Its a waste of money and your time of considerint it! The definition of a library is a place in which books, manuscripts, musical scores or other literary or artistic materials are kept for use but not for sale. An institution for the custody or administration of such a collection.
39. Absolutely! I think the library is one of the essential services for any community. I love our and look forward to a new one. I hope it is as readily accessible by foot and bus as is the current one.
40. We do not need a new building. It is one of the few beautiful buildings in Ferndale. I am very satisfied with the current library. The grounds and parking lot need attention. The library is important because it is an integral part of a modern society. It does not need to meet needs that can be met elsewhere (internet cafes, etc.), but it does have the role of providing information and help with seeking information. One of the strengths of our library is the positive and respectful attitude of the staff there. They are competent!
41. Any city with a High School or Jr. High School needs a library
42. Important. Yes everyone should have access to books.
43. Yes, because its the hub of the city where everyone can gather for various activities, plus it should be a place of valuable information when we need it. A beautiful and useful library shows that we care about the education and culture of our city. It should be a place of pride.
44. Very important!
45. Yes it is important. Ferndale has outgrown its size for the population it is now.
46. The library and its staff are great.
47. Yes its very important. Resources of all kinds not available any other place. Basic, not overly done. Use of green building methods. Fountains with recycled water or water features. Thank you.
48. Yes. It's a valuable resource for all ages.
49. I use the library a lot so I do think it is very important.
50. Yes, I think its vital. I'd like to see a library located east of the freeway with close freeway access. Downtown gets too congested.
51. Most important is library for children and everyone
52. Very
53. I love libraries. They become community meeting places. I go there often.
54. Very important - reading is vital for kids and adults
55. Yes, children need it and parents, seniors.
56. Yes, of course important!
57. I think the library is important to any town anywhere
58. Yes
59. Yes!!! Not for me but for others!!!
60. The library is fine as it is.
61. An essential part of a good community
62. Very important for young people.
63. Absolutely! Having access to a wide variety of books and magazines as well as a good mix of databases is a treasure that can be used by the whole community.
64. Yes
65. A library is VERY important to Ferndale. It's important to have a place for gathering information/resources/books/computers for those who don't have them. Two meeting rooms - one large and one small, would be very important to have also.
66. Extremely important! The pulse of the community. Ferndale's always been a forward thinking, progressive town. Note: Excellent staff. Kevin a strong leader. I'm easy to please. But adequate parking a definite problem.
67. Yes it is because everyone should have access to books - especially if you can't afford to purchase books.
68. I use library service extensively. I moved to Whatcom County two years ago and Ferndale 6 months ago. The first thing I did after finding living quarters was register to vote and get a library card. I'd be lost without library services. I'm totally supportive of larger building and expanded services. Bravo!
69. Very important!
70. I love our library, but it is too small often I have to order books as there is not enough space to hold any more. Parking is also a problem. I am not handicapped, but poor knees make climbing the stairs difficult, and there are only a few spaces in the upper lot -- often full!
71. Its vital for all Ferndale residents - a town without a library is not a true town or city.
72. Yes. It's a positive educational experience for all ages.
73. Yes, public libraries are a necessity not a luxury.
74. Libraries are important; ours is adequate
75. Yes, huge community resource.
76. Yes
77. Yes! Information and pleasure of reading.
78. Yes its important.
79. I use the library for books I sometimes wish to read instead of purchasing. I think a library is important to everyone. It might be a tough sell in the present economic climate.
80. I love the library, and go there often! The staff is excellent and always friendly and helpful. (name was provided)
81. The library is very nice AS IS.
82. No, I would not visit it more often. It currently provides my needs as is. Yes it is important because it provides information of several different areas.
83. Yes! A "crapx" town will always be better when there is a library. Its the "give" that that makes for a caring neighborhood, kids feel at home, or safe in one.
84. I believe that a library is always important to a community.
85. A library is important to Ferndale. Good libraries are essential parts of our civilization.
86. A library is very important and important to me. Thank you!
87. Yes. A library IS important to Ferndale.
88. Yes! Ferndale has great readers!
89. Yes. There are so many benefits children and adults get from looking and reading books knowledge gained so easily.
90. Very important. Quality of life here important.
91. Yes a library is important, but we DO NOT NEED A NEW LIBRARY!!!
92. Yes, I feel strongly that libraries are a real asset to the community. I very much appreciate having a library in my town. Also as an educator I think it is critical for our children and youth to have the opportunities to read and learn that libraries provide.
93. a waste of money (fireplace); a coffee shop (waste of tax dollars) The library is important to Ferndale. Books are the gateway to knowledge and imagination. Computers with access to the internet is not where tax dollars should go, students have access in their schools.
94. YES! We need the information it would afford us.
95. I think the current facility is adequate.
96. Definitely important. A library is a MUST for children and adults alike, especially in these hectic times! Ferndale needs one! [where would this be built? teens area - really necessary? children's outdoor play area - maintainance/supervision? fireplace a luxury not needed. Does Ferndale really need this expense of hiring someone to maintain these (play area, rooftop garden, etc.)
97. Longer hours open
98. Yes. Has the old drug store building been considered?
99. I think it is important for the many children who do not have computers for their school work
    
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