Flagstaff City - Coconino County Public Library

What Flagstaff City - Coconino County Public Library does

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is a publicly funded cooperative library system serving the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County, Arizona. Founded in 1890, the system operates two main branches — a 34,000-square-foot Downtown Library (opened 1987 following a $4 million voter-approved bond) and the East Flagstaff Community Library (co-located with Coconino Community College since 2003) — supplemented by six county branches (Grand Canyon, Tuba City, Page, Williams, Fredonia, Forest Lakes), a Coconino County Bookmobile, a PALSmobile for preschool literacy, and a correctional-facility library.

The system's service portfolio spans a traditional physical collection (books, periodicals, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, large print, braille, seeds, board games, video games), a growing digital collection (Libby/Overdrive for eBooks and eAudiobooks, Kanopy with 30,000+ streaming video titles, Hoopla, and Arizona Talking Book Library content via the Library of Congress NLS), public computing and Wi-Fi, four meeting rooms, interlibrary loan through WorldCat, books-by-mail, curbside pickup, and specialized programming including Teen Zones, youth services, Dementia Memory Kits, summer reading challenges, and book clubs.

The library is governed by a seven-member Library Board and is funded primarily by City of Flagstaff and Coconino County tax appropriations, supplemented by the Flagstaff Public Library Foundation (a 501(c)(3) established in 1992 with endowment managed through the Arizona Community Foundation — distributed over $80,000 in interest revenue over five years) and the Friends of the Library (a nonprofit running membership programs and book sales). Core circulation services are free to residents; ancillary revenue is generated via research fees ($50/hour), photocopies, replacement charges, purchase requests, and Friends memberships. Service distribution is community-led, driven by local partnerships, events, and volunteer engagement across the geographic footprint of Coconino County.

Name

Flagstaff City - Coconino County Public Library

Legal name

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library

Website

https://flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1890

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is a publicly funded library system serving Flagstaff and Coconino County, Arizona, operating two main branches, six county branches, and a bookmobile to deliver free physical and digital collections, programming, and community services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Library Services

NAICS

Libraries and Archives (51921), Libraries and Archives (519210)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Libraries & Information Services (BPAIACAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Library Operations & Community Branch Management (EDAEAGAC), Library User Services & Information Support (Reference, Research Help, Instruction Support) (EDAEAGAL), Library Collections & Cataloging Services (Acquisitions, Metadata, Circulation) (EDAEAGAE), Library-Based Learning Programs (Public Libraries) (EDAAAFAA)

Keywords

• Public library services
• Digital media lending
• Community education programs
• Interlibrary loan services
• Books and media access

Headquarters

HQ city

Flagstaff

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Public Tax Funding: Primary funding from City of Flagstaff and Coconino County tax revenues. The library receives operational budget from government sources.
2. Foundation Donations and Grants: The Flagstaff Public Library Foundation (501(c)(3) nonprofit) manages a permanent endowment through the Arizona Community Foundation. The Foundation funds special projects, youth programs, and services not covered by the city-county budget. Recent annual distributions of nearly $20,000 for library projects.
3. Friends of the Library Memberships and Book Sales: The Friends of the Library (non-profit) supports supplemental library services through membership dues ($30 individual, $45 family, $5 library staff annually) and ongoing book sales.
4. Research and Copying Fees: Extensive research services charged at $50/hour in half-hour increments. Photocopies at $0.15/page. Physical item purchase requests up to $50, eBook/eAudiobook requests up to $95.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library provides free public access to a broad physical collection (books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, graphic novels, board games, seeds) and digital collection (eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming video via Kanopy, Libby, Hoopla), supplemented by public computers and free Wi-Fi, research assistance, interlibrary loan, meeting room access, and community programs for children, teens, adults, and patrons with disabilities. Distinctive offerings include the Library of Things (Dementia Memory Kits, Culture Passes), bookmobile services to rural communities, and special Arizona/Native American/genealogy collections.

Product overview

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is a public library system serving the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County, Arizona. The system operates two physical locations (Downtown Library and East Flagstaff Community Library), a Bookmobile for rural outreach, and maintains partnerships with county libraries in Tuba City, Forest Lakes, Grand Canyon, Fredonia, Page, and Williams. The core offering is access to physical and digital collections (books, DVDs, CDs, video games, etc.) through library cards, supplemented by digital streaming services (Kanopy, Libby/Overdrive, Hoopla), meeting room rentals, interlibrary loan, and community programs. Key modules include Youth and Teen Services (including dedicated Teen Zones), Services for the Visually Impaired (via Arizona Talking Book Library), Library of Things (including Dementia Memory Kits), Culture Passes, and Books By Mail. The library also offers technology services (public computers, WiFi, laptop checkout), research assistance, and meeting room facilities for community groups.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Library Card & Circulation Services Free library cards issued to City of Flagstaff and Coconino County residents, property owners, business owners, workers, and temporary residents. Borrowing access for physical and digital materials, renewals, holds, and interlibrary loan requests.
• Physical Collection Diverse physical lending collection including books, magazines, newspapers, CDs, DVDs, large print books, graphic novels, board games, video games, braille materials, and seeds, with special collections focused on Arizona-specific materials, genealogy, and Native American history.
• Digital Collection & Streaming Services Digital lending platform providing eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming video content. Includes Kanopy (30,000+ ad-free streaming video titles), Libby/Overdrive (eBooks, eAudiobooks), Hoopla (3 items/month), and eMagazines.
• Interlibrary Loan Service Borrowing service that requests materials not owned locally from other libraries nationwide through the OCLC WorldCat global catalog. Limited to full privilege card holders with a maximum of 6 active requests.
• Books By Mail Service Mail delivery of library materials to homebound patrons who are unable to visit the library in person, including those with Free Matter for the Blind or other qualified mailing privileges.
• Computer & Technology Services Public computer stations with internet access, free Wi-Fi, computer tutoring, laptop checkout for in-library use, and printing services available for a fee. Includes access to chargers, bike locks, and other equipment.
• Research Services Limited free research assistance from library staff and paid extensive research at $50/hour in half-hour increments. Includes staff-assisted research and reproduction services for archival materials. Legal and medical research excluded.
• Meeting Room Rentals Four reservable meeting spaces including Downtown Community Room (capacity 41), Downtown Conference Room (capacity 10), Downtown Study Room (capacity 4), and East Flagstaff Community Room (capacity 75). Equipped with displays, laptops, Blu-Ray/DVD players, and writing boards. Available to non-profit community groups for educational, cultural, or civic purposes.
• Library of Things Non-traditional lending collection including board games, seeds, Culture Passes to local attractions, and Dementia Memory Kits (specialized kits for early, mid, and late stage dementia with tactile, visual, and auditory stimulants themed by animals, farming, and birds).
• Coconino County Bookmobile Mobile library service bringing materials directly to underserved and rural communities throughout Coconino County. Includes the PALSmobile for preschool literacy services. Currently the primary outreach channel for rural residents.
• Youth & Teen Services Educational and recreational programming for children and teens including storytimes, book clubs, summer reading programs, group visits for preschool through 12th grade, Toddler Tales, and dedicated Teen Zones at Downtown and East Flagstaff branches with computers, gaming areas, and young adult materials.
• Services for Visually Impaired Accessible library services through the Arizona Talking Book Library for patrons who are blind or physically handicapped. Provides materials in recorded disk, tape, braille, and other special formats, along with a Large Type collection.
• Curbside Pickup Contactless pickup service that allows patrons to reserve and request materials in advance and retrieve them outside the library building without entering.
• Book Clubs Organized reading groups facilitated by the library for patrons to engage in shared reading experiences and discussions.
• Arizona Memory Project Digital access to historic newspapers and archival materials through partnerships with the Arizona State Library.

Quantifiable outcome

• Foundation distributed nearly $20,000 for library projects in a single year
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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App detail

Integration9 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KanopycoreTechnology or Integration · 20 May 2026Kanopy is a free, ad-free video streaming service with over 30,000 titles. The library provides access to cardholders through the library's Kanopy site (flagstaffaz.kanopy.com) and mobile app.
• Postpartum Support InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 May 2026PSI lends their memorial quilt to the library for display during Maternal Mental Health Month, honoring those lost to perinatal mood disorders and promoting awareness.
• Prescott Valley Public LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe dementia memory kits at Flagstaff Public Library were modeled after memory kits created by Prescott Valley Public Library, adapting their successful program for local community needs.
• Arizona State LibrarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFlagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is a partner library for the Arizona State Library, which is a regional library for the Library of Congress National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS). Services include Talking Books Library, braille, and other special formats.
• Coconino Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe East Flagstaff Community Library is located in the same building as Coconino Community College's Fourth Street Campus, providing convenient access for students and community members.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Scottsdale Public Library: City of Scottsdale's public library system offering lending, digital, and community programming. Comparable Arizona municipal public library with similar funding model and service offerings for a similar-sized community.
• Maricopa County Library District: County-wide library district serving unincorporated Maricopa County and partner municipalities in Arizona. Comparable as a tax-funded public library system offering branches, e-resources, bookmobiles, and programming to a geographically dispersed population.
• Phoenix Public Library: Arizona's largest municipal public library system serving Phoenix residents with branches, digital collections, and community programming. Directly comparable as a publicly-funded urban library offering the same core services (lending, digital, programs, meeting rooms) at greater scale.
• Chandler Public Library: Arizona city public library serving Chandler residents with branches, children's services, and digital collections. Comparable municipal public library model with similar product mix (books, digital, programs, meeting rooms) for a suburban Arizona community.
• Sedona Public Library: Northern Arizona regional public library serving Sedona and the Verde Valley. Comparable as a small Arizona public library operating with branches, community programming, and interlibrary loan services in a similar tourism-influenced mountain-region community.
• Mesa Public Library: City of Mesa's public library system in Arizona with multiple branches and digital services. Comparable as an Arizona municipal public library serving residents with lending, programming, and community space, though Mesa serves a denser urban population.
• Tucson-Pima Public Library: City-county public library serving Tucson and Pima County, Arizona. Closely comparable governance and operating model - a city-county cooperative library system with branches, digital services, and community programming serving a similar mix of urban and rural patrons.
• Prescott Public Library: Arizona mountain-city public library serving Prescott and surrounding areas. Comparable as a mid-sized Arizona public library serving a similar mix of residents and retirees; the Flagstaff Dementia Memory Kits were explicitly modeled on a Prescott-area program, evidencing direct programmatic affinity.
• Glendale Public Library: City of Glendale's Arizona public library system serving residents with branches, programs, and digital resources. Directly comparable municipal library with similar tax-funded operating model and product mix.

Regional players

• Yuma County Library District: County-wide library district serving Yuma County, Arizona with branches and digital services. Comparable Arizona public library system, though geographically distant from Coconino County and serving a very different demographic and climate region.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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