The collection will be examined on a continuous basis for the purpose of weeding, rebinding, or repair of materials in order to maintain a current, balanced, attractive collection.  

I. Reasons for Withdrawal  

a. poor physical condition  

b. dated or inaccurate material  

c. lack of reader interest evidenced by lack of use  

d. duplicates not justified by demand  

e. items that do not meet current selection criteria  

The controversial nature of materials shall not be sufficient reason for withdrawal unless the material has been subjected to full formal review as outlined in the following section.  

(Amended: 1999)