Because tastes and opinions differ, some materials the library acquires may be offensive to some patrons. While the Library supports the principle of free access to published materials, it also supports the right of the individual to free expression of their opinion regarding the expenditures of publicly supported institutions. Under no circumstances will items be removed on demand, but if a patron objects to materials held by the library, they may submit a REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF LIBRARY MATERIALS. All such requests will be reviewed using the principles of this selection policy as a guide. In order for a request to be considered, the patron must

1. be a registered borrower

2. file a completed request form with the Director

3. supply their full name and address. Anonymous complaints will not be considered.

After the completed form is received, the Director will review the material in question and attempt to answer the complaint to the patron's satisfaction. If the patron is not satisfied with the Director's action, they may request that the material be reviewed by a Materials Review Committee composed of the Director, one library employee, and three members of the Library Board of Trustees. All members of the committee except the Director will be appointed by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees. 

The decision of the Materials Review Committee will be final. 

Amended (8/2024)