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Commissioner Damaser discussed the Commission's current communication strategy and felt it needed to be invigorated. Commissioner Skowlund felt people were sticker -shocked with the figures being discussed for building a new Civic Center and Library together and even if they might be pro -library this is discouraging them and is a big problem. Ms. Murphy felt Commissioners should not be quoting construction costs, but rather focusing on current library services and showing the value of the library in the community. Future messaging about the new library and community center will be coordinated city-wide following the adoption of.the Downtown Specific Plan Update. Commissioner Parikh suggested a student's perspective should be considered to get the attention of kids who will ultimately get their parents involved. She felt a library with study rooms would be really helpful as well as spaces for culture clubs. Chairperson Hertle felt development of statistical information and uses should be included in developing a message on why these are needed. She felt it was important to develop a strong message and run the message like a political campaign, noting that the City of Pleasanton has a Public Information Officer that can help provide pertinent information on how to get information out to the community. Ms. Murphy agreed that messaging could be done through the City outlining values of the library. Chairperson Hertle suggested exploring ways of finding people who are on the fence about a new library and inform them on what the Commission is trying to do and why it is important. Commissioner Skowlund suggested that, in addition to meeting with people, a public service announcement in print or online should be considered along with a printed communication that could be sent out. Ms. Murphy suggested 1 -minute story -telling videos with staff and Commissioners sharing information. She discussed the importance of keeping members of the Commission in the loop with what is taking place. Commissioner Skowlund discussed with Ms. Murphy the possibility of doing an advertising trailer at the Firehouse Arts Center events. Commissioner Nibert suggested something be included at Back -to -School events and Commissioner Rai suggested National Night social events be included. Ms. Murphy agreed and suggested give-away items and brochures could be provided. Commissioner Damaser discussed the study room comment with Commissioner Parikh and the possibility of some coordination with school libraries. Commissioner Parikh noted that school libraries are very popular and information about what is available at the public library needs to be shared. Ms. Murphy provided details about work being done by the City and the School District. Commissioner Nibert expressed concern about advertising room space that may not be available and Ms. Murphy advised that the library hopes to add two more study rooms by next spring. Commissioner Grewel commented on the promotion of the study rooms but felt it Library Commission August 1, 2019 Page 4