“They should build it around a coffee shop or cafe atmosphere. Students need a quiet and comfortable place to study. Sometimes regular coffee shops are too noisy, but I think that studying should be a somewhat social activity.”

— Wendy Casebier, Deli worker, Topeka

“I would like the largest reference section they can build. They should model it after the library in Johnson County.”

— Jim Rouchka, director of sales, Kansas City, Mo.

“Internet access. I think they underestimate how much people depend on libraries to use computers.”

— Joe Eastep, sales, Kansas City, Mo.

“I think they need lots of computers for students who don't have them. They also need large sections for children and teenagers, so it can be a fun place for them to be.”

— Angela Wilson, physical education teacher, rural Lawrence