Q. Does my library need to create a strategic plan?

Whether or not you complete a strategic plan is your choice.

However, if your library, network, organization wants to be eligible to apply for any direct grants from the MBLC under the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) program or any state-funded grants, such as construction, then you must complete a strategic plan and file it with the MBLC.

A strategic plan is not required to meet State Aid to Public Libraries program requirements.