Policies

Disposition of Public Records

1. Disposition of financial and other public library records shall be made in accordance with the guidelines of the State Commission on Public Records.

Disaster Recovery Plan for Accounting Information

1. If a disaster occurs at the library which renders a computer or server holding essential accounting information inoperable for up to a week or longer, the following contacts should be made in this order: Library Director, Bookkeeper/Office Assistant, President of the Library Board of Trustees, and Treasurer of the Library Board of Trustees.
2. One backup copy of the library’s accounting records is kept off-site for recovery purposes. The accounting software vendor and/or computer service providers are to be contacted to handle the recovery effort.

Purchasing

1. The North Manchester Public Library Board of Trustees is a governmental body authorized to enter into contracts under the Indiana Public Purchasing Law (IC 5-22). The North Manchester Public Library Board is the "Purchasing Agency."
2. The "Purchasing Agent" of the North Manchester Public Library is the Library Director. Other library employees who may be authorized by the Purchasing Agency to make routine purchases are commonly the Bookkeeper/Office Assistant and the Children's Librarian. The Library Director also may delegate this authority to other staff members as is necessary.
3. The Purchasing Agent(s) may purchase supplies costing up to $1,000. Any supplies costing $1,001 or more require the approval of the North Manchester Public Library Board. This provision excludes "library materials," which are those items purchased for the use of the library patrons. All purchases under $50,000 will be made on the open market. All items costing $50,001 and over will be purchased according to state statute (IC 5-22).
4. The Board of Trustees or the Purchasing Agent(s) will purchase services on the basis of provisions of the contract, cost, experience of the vendor or any other factor deemed appropriate to the services being purchased.

Credit Card Policy

1. The North Manchester Public Library retains a corporate credit card with a limit of $2500 in the director’s name. All credit card purchases must be completed or previously approved by the director as a credit card purchase, and the receipt must be given immediately to the bookkeeper for proper recording in accordance with the State Board of Accounts.

Credit & Debit Card Acceptance Policy

The North Manchester Public Library Board of Trustees authorizes the acceptance of Visa, Discover, MasterCard, American Express credit cards and/or debit cards for payment of fines, fees and other related library expenses or donations equal to or over the amount of $2.00 per IC 36-1-8-11, in accordance with the following policy:

Receipts and Transactions

• For in person transactions, the library reserves the right to request photo identification.
• In the event the credit/debit card payment is unable to be processed, the patron will be responsible to provide payment via cash or check for the amount due.
• Receipts will be emailed to the credit card customer only. A paper receipt will be provided to the customer upon request.
• Receipting information will be recorded in the daily receipts log so that deposits can be recorded into the library’s accounting system.

Minimum Charge
The minimum charge amount is $2.00

Convenience Fee
A convenience fee of 3% will be added to each credit card transaction to cover processing fees.

Cash back
The library will not offer cash back on any credit or debit card transactions.

Disputes
In the event the library is notified of a dispute, the Director and Bookkeeper will investigate the transaction and respond as necessary.

Security
The library shall provide appropriate hardware and software to execute secure credit card transactions. Credit card payment information will not be stored in either a physical or a digital format outside the necessary use of accounting and processing purposes. Staff who handle credit card data may not disclose or acquire any information concerning a cardholder’s account. Staff may not sell, purchase, provide, disclose or exchange credit card account information or any other transaction information.

Responsibilities
The Bookkeeper will provide daily oversight of all credit card transactions and reconcile credit card transactions with the financial institution. The Bookkeeper will maintain all internal infrastructure and policies for PCI compliance. In the event of unauthorized access or disclosure (breach) of credit card numbers, the Bookkeeper will notify those affected of the security breach as soon as possible and without unreasonable delay, provided notification will not impede a legal investigation. The Bookkeeper and Director will respond to self-assessment PCI compliance surveys from merchant services companies.

Staff Responsibilities
Staff who accept payment for services shall adopt processes that protect credit card data. Staff are responsible for timely communication with the Bookkeeper and Director of any credit card inquiries or requests for information such as surveys and questionnaires regarding credit card processing. Staff who suspect a breach and/or fraud involving credit cards should contact the Bookkeeper and Director immediately. Staff must inspect the point-of-sale device on a regular basis, and notify the Bookkeeper if something appears to be changed, added, or different.

Sales for Other Entities

1. The library will not engage in selling or advertising products for other entities or organizations except in support of the library. Other nonprofit organizations that are aligned with the library’s mission may obtain permission of the board and/or the director.

Public Relations

1. The library maintains an active public relations program, headed by the Director, to promote the library and its use by the community. Publicity and public programs shall be initiated and maintained to keep the community informed and aware of library offerings.
2. The Director shall make every attempt to inform the public of library objectives and policies, as well as services, materials, and programs.
3. In-house relations with the public shall be a primary concern of the board and library staff members, who make every effort to ensure excellent relations with the public.

Board of Trustees: Electronic Meetings Policy

In accordance with HEA 1437, an act involving electronic meetings and signatures, the North Manchester Public Library Board of Trustees will adhere to the following guidelines when it comes to participation for Board, library staff, and members of the public.

Library Board members may be counted toward quorum and vote with the following conditions:

• The library uses technology that permits simultaneous communication between Board members.
• The Board member must be able to be seen and heard in order to participate in any final action (vote).
• All votes taken during the meeting must be taken by full role call.
• Also permits the public to simultaneously attend and observe the meeting.
• At least four Board members must be physically present at the meeting.

Note: If a Board member or member of the public experiences technology failure during the meeting, this shall not prevent the meeting from continuing and shall not invalidate meeting actions or votes as long as there is a quorum of Trustees still able to participate and as long as the voting requirements of the Library Board Bylaws are met.

Trustees should provide notification 48 hours prior to the meeting if they are attending electronically. (This requirement would be excused for meetings called to deal with emergencies.)

Board members may not attend more than half of the Library Board meetings during any given year electronically unless the reason is due to:

• Military service
• Illness or medical condition
• Death of a relative; or
• An emergency involving actual or threatened injury to persons or property.

Similarly, the Board cannot prohibit a member from attending consecutive meetings by electronic communication. A Board member may attend up to two consecutive meetings by electronic communication and then must attend at least one meeting in person before attending another meeting electronically unless the reason for attending electronically is for any of the examples above.

Electronic participation in meetings is not permitted if the Board is attempting to take final action to:

• Adopt a budget
• Make a reduction in personnel
• Initiate a referendum
• Establish or increase a fee
• Establish or increase a penalty
• Use eminent domain authority, and/or
• Establish, raise, or renew a tax.

Meeting memoranda (Minutes) for a meeting where any Trustee attends electronically must:

• State the name of each Board member
  • Who was present in person
  • Who attended the meeting by electronic means, and
  • Who was absent, and
• Identify the electronic communication mechanism used for the meeting.

Electronic Signatures

If a statute requires a manual signature for attesting or authenticating an obligation issued by the library (bond, note, warrant, or other obligation), an electronic signature will have the same force and effect as a manual signature.

During Disaster Emergencies Declared by the Governor or Local Government Officials

The entire library board may meet electronically until the disaster or emergency is terminated.

During such disaster emergency, the board may meet using any form of electronic communication as song as the meeting meets the following criteria:

• At least a quorum of the board participates in the meeting electronically.
• The public is able to simultaneously attend and observe the meeting (unless it is an executive session); and
• Votes are taken by roll call vote.

Meeting memorandum for an electronic meeting during a disaster emergency must:

• State the name of each board member who attended electronically, who was absent; and
• Identify the electronic communication mechanism used for the meeting.

The Indiana Open Door Law (IC 5-14-1.5) permits the public the opportunity to attend and observe meetings of public agencies, including public libraries. Although an individual has the right to attend and observe all public proceedings, no specific statutory authority allows an individual to appear before and address a governing body. A governing body may choose to provide an opportunity for comments or discussion at any time or may allow a limited number of comments or limited amount of time for comments on matters under consideration. While the law does not guarantee the right to speak at public meetings, the North Manchester Public Library recognizes the importance of receiving input from the public.

The North Manchester Public Library Board of Trustees chooses to provide a time for public comment during all public meetings and sets the following limits. Comments should be relevant to Library matters and the meeting agenda, excluding personnel issues. Individual speakers are asked to limit remarks to no more than three minutes. The President or presiding officer shall be allowed to limit the time for individual speakers and to limit the total time for public comment. The board retains the right to maintain order including stopping comments that are disruptive or not related to library business.

Public comment time is provided for the public to express their opinions or concerns about matters over which the Board of Trustees has authority or responsibility. Comments are intended to be statements from speakers; speakers may not engage the board in a question and answer exchange during public comments. Questions relating to Library or administrative procedures should be addressed outside of a Library board meetings and should be referred to the appropriate Library staff at other times. The board may refer any item raised during public comment to the library director for further review or action.

All comments made become part of the meeting record and board minutes will reflect the name of any speakers and the substance of any comments. It is encouraged that notification is given of intention to speak in advance of the monthly board meeting.

Hours of Operation

1. The Library Board shall review periodically, and revise as necessary, library hours of operation, which shall be posted prominently within the library, on the front door, on the library website, and on the library social media pages.
2. The Library shall review library holiday closures annually. These library closures shall be posted prominently within the library, on the front door, on the library website, and on the library social media pages.
3. In cases of extreme emergency, such as severe weather or security issues, the Director shall, upon consultation with the board president, or, if the president is unavailable, upon consultation with another board member, close the library when it is in the best interest of staff and public safety.

Use of Library Building by Outside Groups

The Library Board of Trustees encourages the use of meeting areas in the library by outside groups. The Blocher Community Room and the Conference Room may be reserved in advance for meetings.

1. Glen and Eleanor Blocher Community Room
   See the "Blocher Community Room Policy." This room may be scheduled for use outside of library hours Monday through Saturday. Sunday bookings are limited to Friends of the Library board members, Trustees, and staff.
2. Conference Room
   This room may be reserved during library hours for groups of no more than 12 people.
3. Study Room
   The Study Room may be used on a first-come, first-served basis and will not be reserved normally.

No Smoking
Smoking is not allowed in the library building or on library property at any time.

The North Manchester Public Library is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for library patrons of all ages. Children are welcome in our library, and we are concerned about their safety and welfare. Parents and caregivers are responsible for monitoring the activities and regulating the behavior of their children while the children are in the library. For the protection of our younger patrons, the following policies have been adopted:

• Library staff are not responsible for the supervision or care of minors on library property.
• Library staff will never take a child out of the building or provide transportation for a child.
• A responsible parent or caregiver must accompany children under the age of 8 while in the library.
• School age children age 8 and over may use the library unattended as long as they comply with the Patron Code of Conduct.
• If a child under the age of 18 is not able to leave the library (i.e. emergency closing, suspended from library due to behavior, etc.) for a second location without an adult, they should not be in the library without an adult.

Library staff will attempt to locate or contact a parent or caregiver in the following scenarios:

• A child is under the age of 8 and is found unattended.
• A child who is ill, frightened, or is limited in abilities.
• A child who is vulnerable due to weather conditions, meal arrangements, or inability to contact a caregiver.
• A child whose disruptive behavior has not subsided despite verbal warnings from the library staff.

If staff is unable to locate or contact a caregiver in one of the above situations or if the child is left here after closing the following procedure may be followed:

• A child who has not been picked up within 15 minutes of closing time
• Two staff members will remain with the child in a public area and contact the North Manchester Police Department (260) 982-8555 and/or the Wabash County Division of Family & Children (800) 403-0864.

Mission & Goals

Library Mission Statement
The mission of the North Manchester Public Library is to provide materials, programs, and services necessary to meet the recreational, and educational needs of the community in a comfortable and easily-accessible facility, which is a community center of activity and information.

Collection Goal Statement
The North Manchester Public Library seeks to develop a broad scope collection of print materials, electronic materials, and non-print materials that meet the ever-changing needs of our community. The North Manchester Public Library proudly adheres to the American Library Association’s “Freedom to Read” Statement, as well as its “Library Bill of Rights” in selecting content for the collection. Promoting intellectual freedom and access to information are core values of the library.

The collection development policy guides library professional staff in the development and maintenance of its collection of materials, and informs the public of the methods and criteria involved. The policy outlines the principles and criteria for the acquisition, maintenance, and deselection of materials in various formats. This policy assists the staff in building collections that uphold the library’s mission and are responsive in supporting the broad range of educational, informational, and recreational interests of the community.

A broad scope of materials is required to provide diverse viewpoints. The library's acquisition of items does not constitute endorsement of their content but rather makes available its expression and supports the principle of intellectual freedom.

Responsibility for materials chosen by minors rests with their parents or legal guardians. Selection of materials for the collection will not be restricted by the possibility that items may come into possession of minors, nor does the library use any system of coding, rating, or labeling to identify or segregate materials for the purpose of censorship.

Material Selection

Selection Responsibility
Ultimate responsibility for the development of the collection rests with the Director, who operates within the policies determined by the Board of Trustees. It is at the discretion of the Director to delegate collection development responsibilities to trained professional library staff. In addition to selecting materials, these librarians are responsible for monitoring the materials budget to ensure that new materials are acquired throughout the year, according to budget allocations.

Due to the library’s membership in a consortium and subscriptions to online databases, many print and digital items are selected by other consortium members.

Selection Guidelines

Collection
A work will not be excluded from the Library’s collection solely because the content may be or may become controversial. Materials are evaluated as complete works and not on the basis of a particular passage.

Minors
Selection of materials will not be restricted by the possibility that items may come into the possession of minors.

Local Authors, Self-Published Materials, Publisher Inquiries
Inquiries may occur from authors and publishers requesting that materials (including ebooks) be added to the Library collection. All materials requested to be added to the collection are subject to the same selection criteria as materials purchased by the Library. The Library may acquire self-published material if it fits within the scope of the Library's collection plan, meets the Library’s selection criteria, and has received independent, positive reviews in one or more of the major professional review journals; paid reviews do not qualify. The Library will not notify submitters whether or not material is selected.

Selection Aides

Librarians responsible for collection development will use a variety of resources to find, learn about, and potentially select materials for the collection. These resources include, but are not limited to:

• Baker and Taylor - Baker and Taylor provides reviews for all items that it sells. These reviews are noted before purchases.
• Publisher’s Weekly - Publisher’s Weekly will be used for their quality reviews and lists of newly released items.
• Kirkus Reviews - Kirkus provides academic reviews that will be used to select items in all departments.
• Library Journal - Library Journal provides academic reviews that will be used to select items in the adult department.
• New York Times Book Review - A weekly supplement to The New York Times in which current nonfiction and fiction books are reviewed. It is one of the most influential and widely read book review publications in the industry.
• School Library Journal - School Library Journal provides academic reviews that will be used to select items in the children’s and young adult department.
• Professional Organizations and Literary Web Resources - Professional Organizations provide places to get academic feedback from other librarians. This includes, but is not limited to our ebook consortium, Northeast Indiana Digital Libraries.
• Public Library Core Collection - A guide to building and maintaining a well-rounded collection of the most highly recommended references and books for readers.

Requests

• A patron can submit a request by emailing, calling, or filling out a request form.
• The requests will go to the Circulation Librarian or Department Head who review them with the following criteria.
  • If any items have incorrectly been requested when they are available in the catalog.
  • If any items would qualify for an Interlibrary Loan request.
  • Availability, format, and cost.

Availability, Format, & Cost

For all items added to the collection availability, cost, and format will be considered.

• Availability -- All items purchased by the library must be done so from a reputable, trustworthy company.
• Cost -- Material cost will be considered for all potential purchases. Items that will circulate often are more likely to be purchased at a higher cost. High cost items that are not likely to circulate will have a lower priority.
• Format -- The library will take into consideration suitability of format before purchasing an item. Certain formats are not purchased by the library, such as e-books.

The North Manchester Public Library is a circulating library. Hence, items for archival purposes will not be purchased unless they are unique to or for the town of North Manchester.

Interlibrary Loan

Interlibrary loan is a process by which NMPL tries to obtain materials directly from another library on behalf of a patron, or another library borrows materials from NMPL on behalf of its patrons. The purpose of interlibrary loan is to obtain materials which would not ordinarily be purchased by the NMPL and to provide material from NMPL’s collection to other libraries. Patrons in good standing may request items not found in NMPL’s collection or other local library collections through interlibrary loan.

Gifts & Donations

• The library gladly accepts gift and memorial contributions.
• Memorial gift materials are chosen by the Director, Department Heads, or Circulation Librarian with advice from donors.
• Book plates, listing the name of the donor and the honoree, are placed in each memorial gift item. A notice of the donation will be sent to an appropriate relative.
• Donations of materials are added to the collection only if they are in keeping with the Materials Selection Objectives and Policies of the North Manchester Public Library. The addition of materials is left to the discretion of the Director, Department Managers or Circulation Librarian.
• Items which will not be added to the collection will be donated to the Friends of the Library, placed on the Free Shelf, or recycled.
• All materials, including those donated or purchased as gifts, are subject to the Deselection Process. Materials may be disposed of without notifying the donor.
• Unrestricted monetary donations shall be placed in the library gift fund and spent at the discretion of the Director, Department Heads, Circulation Librarian and the notification of the Library Board.

Evaluation & Deselection

Evaluation

The following will be considered when adding materials to and removing materials from the collection.

• Relevancy of the material
• Physical condition of the item
• Expertise of the author or editor
• Accuracy and validity of the content
• Usage and circulation
• Core Collection aids
• Representation of diverse points of view
• Relationship to the existing collection

Deselection Process (Weeding)

Library materials are continuously assessed for their condition, accuracy, relevancy, and performance within the context of the total Library collection, as well as for their continuing relevance to library users. The withdrawal of materials is a formal process conducted by knowledgeable staff as a necessary method to maintain collection vitality, size, and scope. Established weeding approaches (such as MUSTIE or CREW) will also be referenced as part of the deselection process, particularly in cases where the decision is not straightforward. The Director, in collaboration with the Department Heads and Circulation Librarian, will maintain a schedule of what sections will be done when.

Inventory

Inventory will be completed every three years. All items not inventoried will be marked as lost. The Department Heads and Circulation Librarian will make the decision to reorder or delete items.

Request for Reconsideration

A patron who requests material to be reconsidered will be treated fairly and courteously.

• The patron will be required to fill out a Request for Reconsideration form.
• Only current library card holders are eligible to fill out a Request for Reconsideration form.
• A single patron may only submit three Request for Reconsideration forms once within a six month period.
• The form will be reviewed by the Director, Department Heads, and Circulation Librarian based on whether the particular item conforms to the Collection Goal Statement and the Selection Guidelines in the Board approved Collection Development Policy, IC 35-49-2-1, and IC 35-49-2-2.
• A decision will be made within 30 days regarding the request.
• The patron will be notified in response of the decision by email or letter.
• If the patron indicates dissatisfaction with the decision, they may appeal. The appeal request must be submitted within fourteen (14) days of receiving notification. The Board of Trustees will review the material and the staff decision based on whether the particular item conforms to the Collection Goal Statement and the Selection Guidelines in the Board approved Collection Development Policy, IC 35-49-2-1, and IC 35-49-2-2 at the next monthly board meeting. The patron may provide comments to the Board of Trustees during the Public Comment Period of the meeting, adhering to the Public Comment Policy.
• The patron will be notified of the board decision by email or letter.
• The library will only review a title once every three years. Once it has gone through the review process, it will not be eligible for review again until three years have elapsed.

Reviewed and updated November 2024

Purpose

The North Manchester Public Library Board of Trustees welcomes the use of the Blocher Community Room by responsible North Manchester area groups, organizations, and individuals. A major goal of the Library is to provide for the informational, recreational, cultural, and educational needs of the community, and it is expected that this room will be used to accomplish this goal.

Permission to meet at the Library, however, does not constitute an endorsement of the group's policies or beliefs. Publicity for a meeting by a non-library group must not be worded in such a manner as to imply Library sponsorship of the group's activities.

Meetings must not be of a nature which would interfere with the normal operations of the Library.

The Director of NMPL is responsible for the administration of this policy and may establish procedures necessary for the efficient management and use of this room.

Applications and Scheduling

Library sponsored meetings and programs have preference over all other requests. The Library reserves the right to revoke reservations for the Blocher Community Room at any time for Library functions; notice of such revocation will be given no less than two weeks prior to the date of reservation.

An application shall be provided by the Library and executed by the applicant or an authorized representative of the applicant. Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Deposits or rental fees shall accompany each application. A deposit must be made or a rental fee paid for each reserved day on the application. Deposit & rental fee amounts are determined and periodically reviewed by the Board of Trustees.

The operating days and hours of the Blocher Community Room are Monday through Saturday, 7am to 10pm. Events may only be held during these operating times.

Bookings may not be made more than six (6) months in advance. Applicants may have up to three (3) bookings per six (6) month period.

Certain nonprofit organizations, community groups, and governmental entities may reserve the Blocher Community Room for more than three (3) scheduled events, at the discretion of the Director. The room must be booked by an authorized representative of the applicant and bookings may not be made more than 12 months in advance.

Only the North Manchester Public Library and The North Manchester Friends of the Library may schedule events as far in advance as necessary and as frequently as needed.

Prohibitions and Limitations

• The capacity of the Blocher Community Room is 60 people using tables & chairs or 80 people using chairs only.
• Children may use the Blocher Community Room only when under adequate adult supervision. No fewer than 2 adults must provide supervision for every 20 children in attendance, with a minimum of 2 adult supervisors for any children's group.
• The following activities are expressly prohibited: buying, selling, advertising, or trading products or services for cash or other consideration, except in support of the Library or other nonprofit organizations with permission of the Board/Director. However, groups may restrict meetings to their own members and make normal collection of the dues/fees.
• A kitchenette facility is available for serving light refreshments. Preparation, catering, or serving of meals are not permitted. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are not permitted in the Blocher Community Room.
• Decorations are limited to table decorations only. No decorations may be attached in any way to the walls or ceiling
• The use of glitter products, open flames, tapes, adhesives, or tacks is prohibited.

Rental Fees & Deposits

For private events, such as birthday celebrations, baby showers, graduation parties, business meetings, bridal showers, etc, a fee will be charged at the time of application.

The amount will be based upon hours of use:

• Reservations lasting four (4) hours or less will be charged a rental fee of forty dollars ($40.00).
• Reservation times over four (4) hours will be charged a rental fee of sixty dollars ($60.00).

Rental fees will be deposited by the Library after the reservation date, on the next Library operating day. The applicant will be charged any expences incurred by the Library for any check returned for lack of sufficient funds, a “stop payment”, forgery, etc.

For public events, applicants must put down a deposit for each scheduled date in the amount of forty dollars ($40.00).

Ten (10) calendar days following the event, if deposit has not been claimed, the deposit will be handled as follows:

• If cash: deposit will be considered a non-refundable donation to the Library.
• If check: deposit will be marked void.

Applicant’s Responsibility

The responsibilities of the applicant include but are not limited to:

• Obtaining keys
  • Keys may be obtained up to one (1) day before scheduled event. However, applicants are only permitted into the Blocher Community room during their scheduled hours.
  • Only applicants or members of the applying organization may obtain a key.
  • Keys will be checked out to applicant’s Library account.
    • If applicant does not have an account with the Library, the keys will be checked out to the Library Keys account. A name and phone number will be required.
• Groups are responsible for loading, unloading, and operating supplies, materials, and equipment. Library staff will be unable to provide assistance.
• Returning the room to its standard set-up as depicted in the attached diagram (diagram also posted in the kitchenette and storage closet).
• Leaving the Blocher Community Room, kitchenette, restrooms, and accessible areas in a clean, neat, and orderly condition (refer to Checklist).
• Powering off projector/speaker system and placing any equipment in Equipment Bin or Equipment Drawer (if used).
• Securing the building after the meeting has ended (refer to Checklist).
• Promptly reporting any damages to Library staff.
• Returning keys to front desk and obtaining deposit (if applicable). Keys must be returned during Library open hours, within two (2) days after the reserved event.

Loss or Damage

The Library assumes no liability for any loss, damage of property, or injury to people arising from the use of the Blocher Community Room by the applicant, the applicant organization’s members, and/or guests. However, damages to or misuse of the Blocher Community Room or of Library grounds may result in additional charges and fees. Charges in excess of the amount of the deposit or rental fee shall be billed to and must be paid in full by the applicant.

Cancellations

The Library must be notified of cancellations. Cancellations must be made within twenty-four (24) hours of Blocher Community Room bookings. The Library shall not offer a refund of deposits or rental fees without proper notice of cancellation.

The Library will provide notice if a Blocher Community Room booking must be canceled by the Library. Notifications will be made via the provided phone number. The Library will not be held liable for any failed notifications owing to invalid contact information provided by the applicant.

In the event that the Library cancels a Blocher Community Room reservation, refunds of deposits/rental fees will be offered for each canceled event.

Deposits and rental fees will be held for ten (10) calendar days after cancellation. After ten (10) days, if a deposit or a rental fee has not been claimed, it will be handled as follows:

• If cash: deposit/fee will be considered a non-refundable donation to the Library.
• If check: deposit/fee will be marked void.

Suspension of Privileges

Misuse, destruction of property, or violation of this policy may result in suspension of privileges to hold further meetings in the Blocher Community Room.

1. The mission of the North Manchester Public Library (NMPL) is to provide high quality library services to meet the educational, informational, and recreational needs of persons in the community of North Manchester. A variety of formats will be used to meet these needs.
2. The NMPL cannot control the constantly changing information resources on the Internet, and cannot prevent or control access to resources that may be inaccurate, defamatory, illegal, or potentially objectionable to some people. Users are hereby notified that they are responsible for the access points they reach.
3. The NMPL staff will assist patrons as time and expertise allows.
4. NMPL has the right to set and enforce policies and regulations concerning the use of the Internet while in the library. Inappropriate use of library-provided Internet access, as determined by NMPL, will result in disciplinary action. Inappropriate use includes, but is not limited to:
   • Accessing, transmitting, uploading, downloading, or distributing material deemed pornographic, obscene, abusive, harmful to minors, or sexually explicit;
   • Violating any local, state, or federal statute;
   • Vandalizing, damaging, or disabling the property of another individual or organization;
   • Unauthorized access, including so-called ‘hacking,’ and other unlawful activities;
   • Violating copyright or otherwise using intellectual property of another individual or organization without permission;
   • And unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal identification information regarding adults and minors.
5. The NMPL staff monitors all NMPL computers.
6. It is the responsibility of parents and guardians to determine whether to place restrictions on their minor children in the use of the Internet. Parents of minor children must assume responsibility for their children's use of the Internet through the library's connections, regardless of whether that parent/guardian is present in the library building. NMPL has applied filters according to the stipulations of the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Filters are not infallible, and should not be expected to guard against all inappropriate Internet sites and depictions. Appropriate use of the Internet is the responsibility of the user or minor’s parents/guardians.
7. Patrons cannot send or receive electronic mail using the library's e-mail account. However, patrons are allowed to access their personal email accounts on public library computers. To protect the system from computer viruses, patrons may not use personal software programs on Internet Access terminals.
8. Adding, modifying, or deleting any computer system element is prohibited.
9. Computer terminals are available on a first come, first serve basis.
10. The North Manchester Public Library assumes no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from use of the Internet through the library's connections. Patrons agree to hold NMPL harmless and agree to indemnify NMPL from any and all liability.
11. Patrons are allowed one (1) hour of Internet use. If another patron is waiting for a computer, and you have had Internet access for one hour, you may be asked to give up your computer.

The Acceptable Use Policy is reviewed and posted annually. Compliance is the responsibility of the patron.

1. Patrons are required to have signed a Computer & Internet Acceptable Use Policy before checking out a laptop.
2. Patrons must be at least 18 years of age to check out a laptop.
3. Laptops may not be reserved in advance.
4. One laptop per user.
5. No food or drink is allowed while using the laptops.
6. Damage to the computer and/or its accessories will be assessed and charged accordingly. The borrower is responsible for all charges and replacement costs should the laptop or any of its parts be lost or stolen while checked out.
7. Laptops are only available for use within the library. Taking a laptop from the library building is considered theft and the replacement cost will be charged to the patron.
8. Full replacement cost of a laptop computer will be $750.00.
9. All files should be stored on a USB drive or other medium prior to the return of the laptop to the checkout counter.
10. The library assumes no responsibility for files stored on the hard disk or the recovery of files accidentally left on the hard disk after the computer has been returned.
11. Laptops must be returned no later than one hour before the Library closes.
12. Laptops must be returned to the checkout counter, and the borrower must wait until a library staff member checks the laptop.
13. Failure to comply with this policy will result in loss of laptop borrowing privileges.

1. Residents of North Manchester may obtain a library card at no charge. To be declared a resident of North Manchester, one must reside within the North Manchester town limits. Proof of address, such as a driver’s license, utility bill, tax bill, or current lease, is required.
2. Persons living outside North Manchester or outside contracting adjacent areas, but who own real estate in either North Manchester or contractually served areas, are entitled to library cards at no charge.
3. Residents of adjacent townships which have contracted with the library to provide library service shall be issued a library card at no charge.
4. Nonresidents, or persons residing outside of the library district (town limits), and outside of contracting areas, and who do not own property within the library district, can obtain a library card by paying a fee determined by the Board of Trustees to meet State Library Standards. This fee can be revised, without advertisement, by board action.
5. Library cards expire at the end of one year. Non-Resident card expiration dates may differ according to the card that was purchased. Renewal of a library card is the responsibility of the patron.
6. Library Bill of Rights
   1. The American Library Association affirms that all libraries are forums for information and ideas, and that the following basic policies should guide their services.
   2. Books and other library resources should be provided for the interest, information, and enlightenment of all people of the community the library serves. Materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.
   3. Libraries should provide materials and information presenting all points of view on current and historical issues. Materials should not be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval.
   4. Libraries should challenge censorship in the fulfillment of their responsibility to provide information and enlightenment.
   5. Libraries should cooperate with all persons and groups concerned with resisting abridgment of free expression and free access to ideas.
   6. A person's right to use a library should not be denied or abridged because of origin, age, background, or views.
   7. Libraries that make exhibit spaces and meeting rooms available to the public they serve should make such facilities available on an equitable basis, regardless of the beliefs or affiliations of individuals or groups requesting their use.
      Adopted June 19, 1939, by the ALA Council; amended October 14, 1944; June 18, 1948; February 2, 1961; June 27, 1967; January 23, 1980; inclusion of "age" reaffirmed January 23, 1996; January 29th, 2019.
7. Participation in the Statewide Library Card program or Public Library Access Card (PLAC) program shall be governed by Indiana Code 4-23-7.1-5.1.
8. Manchester University students may obtain a library card at no charge. Cards will expire after one year. Students are required to give both the college address and home address.
9. Students of public and private schools wholly or partially within the library district, who live outside of the library district (town limits) and outside of contracting areas, may obtain a student library card at no charge.
10. Library employees of North Manchester Public Library and school faculty of public and private schools wholly or partially within the library district, who live outside of the library district (town limits) and outside of contracting areas, may obtain a library card at no charge.

Patrons with Disabilities

1. The library will make every effort to comply with the American Disabilities Act.
2. Patrons with disabilities may request materials in person, online, or by phone. The library staff will make an effort to acquire the materials through its own collection or through the use of interlibrary loan. The patron making the request may then pick up materials at the library, send a designated representative, or participate in the library's Homebound Program.
3. For patrons who have impaired vision, or any other disabilities which prevent them from reading materials, the library will put them in touch with the Indiana State Library Talking Book and Braille Library (TBBL). The TBBL provides large print books, Braille books, and books on tape to Indiana residents who are unable to read regular print, because of a visual or a physical disability.

Confidentiality of Records

1. Circulation records, computer/Internet records and records identifying the names of library users are confidential in nature. (Indiana Code 5-14-3-4)
2. Records such as circulation, computer/Internet, and other records identifying the names of library users shall not be made available to any agency of state, federal, or local government except pursuant to such process, order, or subpoena as may be authorized under the authority of, and pursuant to, federal, state or local law relating to civil, criminal, or administrative discovery procedures or legislative investigative power.

Introduction

The North Manchester Public Library has the authority to establish reasonable rules pertaining to library usage (hereafter “Library”), as well as the right to exclude any person who willfully violates them. The purpose of this policy is to express the roles and responsibilities patrons have to ensure the library’s physical and virtual spaces are welcoming, safe and secure. Public Library spaces are precious community assets that rely on the stewardship, mutual support, and goodwill of all. In order to allow all patrons to make maximum use of the Library during regularly scheduled hours and to provide a safe, suitable environment for the specific purposes of reading, studying, attending programs and using Library materials and resources, all patrons are required to comply with the following Code of Conduct. Patrons are participants in a shared, public use environment and must conduct themselves accordingly. It is important to be considerate and understanding, and respect other Library patrons and staff.

The Code of Conduct shall apply to the building, interior and exterior, and all grounds controlled and operated by the North Manchester Public Library Board of Trustees (hereafter “premises”) and to all persons entering in and on the premises.

The Code of Conduct has a threefold purpose:

• To protect the rights and safety of Library patrons,
• To protect the rights and safety of Library staff members and volunteers, and
• To preserve and protect the Library’s materials, facilities and property.

To ensure that all patrons and visitors are able to use the Library’s resources and services effectively, the library requires all visitors to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws as well as the following rules and regulations.

Behavior that interferes with library services and activities (including the ability of library staff to perform their work and the ability of other patrons to effectively use and enjoy the library facilities) is prohibited throughout the library premises.

This includes, but is not limited to the following:

1. Leave any child under the age of eight (8) unattended. (See Child Safety Policy.)
2. Request staff to protect or monitor personal belongings. The Library is not responsible for personal property. Personal items left by patrons who are not present on Library premises are subject to disposal. For security purposes, do not leave bags unattended.
3. Film, photograph, or interview patrons within the Library, unless approved by the Library Director. Approved filming or photography should not interfere with Library operations or patrons’ rights to privacy. Film laws in Indiana explicitly state that consent is required in order to film and legally record the audio of a conversation.
4. Smoking, carrying, or possessing any lighted tobacco, or use of any tobacco product or electronic smoking device in the Library or on the library property/grounds.
5. Possess, sell, distribute, consume, or be under the influence of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances in the Library.
6. Bring animals into the Library building except those in Library programming, service animals (as defined by ADA law), or animals used by law enforcement agencies (see Pet & Service Animal Policy).
7. Fail to wear appropriate attire, including shoes and shirt.

To Preserve a Peaceful and Pleasant Environment, Please DO NOT:

1. Harass and/or act abusive, in any manner, towards other Library patrons and staff or engage in disruptive conduct. This also includes the use of loud, offensively coarse and/or abusive language.
2. Engage in sexual activity, contact, or assault or any act of lewdness or exposure, including, but not limited to, the physical manipulation or touching of a person, or the person’s intimate parts through a person’s clothing, and other physical contact or sexual activity which is inappropriate in a public space.
3. Use computers and/or the internet to display sexually explicit and/or lewd materials, including, but not limited to materials which are obscene, pornographic and/or inappropriate or harmful to minors.
4. Steal, attempt to steal, or maliciously destroy library or patron property.
5. Panhandle or solicit. Solicitation of contributions or signatures and the conducting of surveys except those directly relating to the Library are prohibited unless approved by the Director or the Library Board of Trustees.
6. Petition, canvass, or sell merchandise anywhere on Library premises unless approved by the Director or Library Board of Trustees.
7. Pose a health risk due to personal hygiene or conduct.
8. Use electronic devices in a manner that disrupts others. Cell phones must be set to silent or vibrate mode. The use of cell phones is permitted, provided such use does not disturb others. Headphones must be used when listening to sound on a library computer or personal device.
9. Enter non-public areas without permission.
10. Remain inside the Library before or after posted hours of operation.
11. Drink or eat near Library computers and equipment, or in the Indiana Room. Drinks must be in covered containers. Properly dispose of trash.
12. Violate the Library’s Computer and Internet Use Policy.
13. Fail to adhere to proper Library procedures for reserving the meeting room (See Meeting Room Policy).
14. The Library prohibits weapons on library property except as allowable by law.

Enforcement

Library personnel will enforce the above rules. Library patrons violating any of these rules may be asked to leave by the staff member in charge and may be subject to immediate loss of library privileges and/or legal proceedings, which may include police intervention and arrest. Refusal to leave when properly directed may result in arrest and prosecution for trespassing. Library personnel shall maintain written documentation of all violations of the Code of Conduct detailing the person cited for the violation and the time, date and nature of the violation.

Suspension of library privileges shall be determined by the Library Director through written notice, to be delivered in person within the Library and/or sent by certified mail to the patron’s last known address. A violation of the law may result in arrest and prosecution.

Patrons who wish to appeal their loss of privileges may submit a written letter of appeal to the Library Director within ten (10) days of the Director’s notice. Written appeals shall then be promptly forwarded to the Library Board of Trustees, who will make a determination within thirty (30) days. The decision of the Board of Trustees is final.

• Service animals, and service-animals-in-training, are welcome and permitted in the Library.
• Under the ADA, a service animal is an animal that has been specifically trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The animal must be trained to take a specific action to assist the person with a disability, and the task(s) performed must be directly related to the disability.
• Emotional support, therapy, comfort, or companion animals which have not been trained to perform a specific job or task are not considered service animals under the ADA.
• Emotional support animals, and all other animals, are not permitted in the library.
• A staff member attempting to ascertain whether an animal is a service animal will never ask about the nature of a person's disability.
• If it is not obvious that an animal brought into the library is a service animal, a staff member may ask the following questions:
  • Is the animal a service animal required because of a disability?
  • What specific work or task has the animal been trained to perform?
• Service animals must be under the immediate control of their handlers at all times.
• Service animals which are not housebroken, excessively noisy, are uncontrolled, or are otherwise disruptive will be required to leave the premises.
• Animals may never be left unattended on library grounds.
• Service animals are not allowed on library furniture or fixtures, or in library baskets or carts, and must remain on the floor or be carried (as appropriate) by their handlers at all times.
• Misrepresentation of any animal as a service animal is a violation of the library's Patron Code of Conduct, and may result in suspension of library privileges.

Reviewed and approved January 19, 2023

Loans

1. All library materials, except reference materials, are loaned to card holders for a designated time period. Materials may be renewed, if there is no waiting list for the item. Reference materials may be loaned by special permission.
2. Individual borrowers are limited to twenty-five items at one time; families are limited to 50 items at one time, unless special permission is given. Special limits and circulation time periods exist for selected items such as DVDs, hotspots, and USB drives.
3. Materials will be loaned to the Peabody Retirement Community and the Timbercrest Senior Living Community on request as per agreements.
4. Anyone who lives within the town limits and who finds it difficult to come to the library on a regular basis due to extended illness, disability, limited mobility, or other special circumstances, may use the home delivery service. Library employees deliver and pick up materials by special arrangement. All library materials are available for delivery, including books, audio books, music CDs, magazines, and DVDs.
5. Patrons will be notified when any materials are overdue. Except for DVDs and wireless hotspots, no fines are charged for overdue items. Fines are determined by the library board.
6. If a borrower loses an item, the borrower must pay replacement and processing costs associated with returning the same, or like, material to the library collection.

Research

1. Requests for genealogy, local history, or any other research may be received in writing, by phone, by email, or through the library’s website. Research for these requests will be performed under the following fee schedule:
   • The patron will be charged the current photocopy fee per copy plus required postage when the patron is able to provide the exact and full names and dates for obituaries and events.
   • A preliminary search of 1/2 an hour will be conducted free of charge.
   • After the free preliminary search, a search fee will be assessed. The patron will be informed of the search fee prior to the search, and the patron’s clear permission will be obtained to conduct the search.
2. If at any time the director considers that the library cannot afford the staff time involved in an extensive search, the director or the Adult Department Manager will inform the patron of the decision to end the search and recommend instead that the patron, or someone hired by the patron, conduct the search.

Other Services

1. Laminator – Staff members will laminate items for patrons with at least 24 hour notice; a fee will be charged for this service.
2. Public Computers – Anyone may use the public access computers during business hours, excluding the first and last 1/2 hours of the business day. Time limits are imposed on the use of the computers. Use of the computers is free of charge; however, a nominal fee will be charged for computer printouts. Staff members may be able to assist with basic computer tasks, but time does not allow for advanced instruction.
3. Photocopier – A photocopier is available for patron use. While use of the copier is free of charge, a nominal fee is charged for the copies themselves. Staff members will provide basic instruction in the use of the photocopier and – time permitting – will assist patrons with photocopying.
4. Fax Machine – Staff members will send and receive information by fax for patrons upon request for a fee determined by the Library Board.
5. Microfilm Reader – Anyone may use the microfilm reader during regular business hours at the library after receiving usage instruction by the library staff. Use of the reader is free; however, a nominal fee will be charged for copies. These copies will be made either by the patron or the library staff. Patrons may view their own microfilm in the microfilm reader, provided that the microfilm is 35mm and in good condition, and is approved for use by the library staff.
6. 3D Printer - Anyone may use the 3D printer during business hours, excluding the first half hour and last fifteen minutes of the day. All creations of the printer are property of the library until they are paid for by the patron.
   • Cost of printing: $1.00 (0-60 minutes printing), $2.00 (61-120 minutes printing). The cost will continue to go up $1.00 for each hour added.
   • Absolutely NO FOOD OR DRINKS are allowed near the printer station.
   • Only NMPL employees should change filament or make repairs to the machine.
   • NMPL reserves the right to restrict privileges to the 3D Printer to patrons based on previous library incident reports and/or excessive library fines.
   • Library employees must approve/review any print before it is sent to the printer.
   • Misuse of the 3D printer can result in loss of future privileges or other library privileges.

Purpose
The North Manchester Public Library (NMPL) has established social media sites primarily to inform library users about library programs, resources, and events including those co-sponsored with other organizations. Library social media sites encourage dialogue and exchange of information between users and library staff. Library social media sites include any online forum/site, web application, or account created and/or maintained by the North Manchester Public Library or its agents, which permit users to communicate with others users through postings. They include but are not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest, Instagram, blogs, wiki, YouTube, and TikTok. The NMPL Social Media Policy applies to all patrons, whether registered with the North Manchester Public Library or not.

The NMPL is committed to ensuring employee use of social media does not violate federal, state, privacy, copyright, defamation or discrimination laws. NMPL is also committed to protecting our relationships with other organizations, our confidential and proprietary information, and reflecting our professional status favorably as public employees and administrators.

This policy is not intended to restrict your legal rights. It is intended to guide you in making responsible decisions about your use of social media. This policy will not be applied or construed in any way that might limit or improperly interfere with any applicable legal rights of employees.

Liability
The library shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from a user’s use of the library's social media accounts. All users of the library’s social media accounts agree to release and hold the library harmless from any and all uses of action relating to a user's use of the library social media accounts.

Policy for Library Employees and Volunteers Use of Library Accounts
Only library personnel designated by the library administrator are authorized to post on library social media accounts. Library personnel who use the library’s social media accounts are bound to observe the following guidelines:

• Library personnel who use the library’s social media accounts must follow the NMPL Policies and all other applicable policies.
• Library personnel cannot use the library’s social media account to advocate for or against any issue, position, or cause, especially but not limited to those of a political or religious nature.

Posting on Social Media (Patrons/Users)
NMPL permits patrons to comment on library posts, and share opinions about library-related subjects, resources, and programs. Postings by patrons/users do not indicate library endorsement of the ideas, issues, or opinions expressed in posts on library social media sites. NMPL reserves the right to restrict or remove any content that is deemed to be in violation of this policy, or any applicable law.

Content and comments on the library's social media accounts containing any of the follow forms of content and postings shall not be allowed:

• Obscenity or pornography.
• Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination and/or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, age, gender, marital status, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, ancestry, or other protected category.
• Slanderous, libelous, threatening or defamatory statements.
• Copyrighted or trademarked materials.
• Spam.
• Content not related to library business, programs, events, resources, and materials.
• Advertising or sale of merchandise or services.
• Charitable solicitations or political campaigning.

Staff & Employees Personal Use of Social Media Accounts
This policy provides guidance for employee use of social media, which should be broadly understood for purposes of this policy to include blogs, wikis, microblogs, message boards, chat rooms, electronic newsletters, online forums, social networking sites, and other sites and services that permit users to share information with others in a contemporaneous manner.

Your personal online activity is your business. The following principles apply to professional use of social media on behalf of NMPL, as well as personal use of social media when referencing NMPL.

• Staff need to know and adhere to the NMPL Policies when using social media in reference to the library or library users.
• Staff must protect personal information entrusted to the library from distribution into the public domain.
• Social media use shouldn’t interfere with employee’s responsibilities at NMPL.

1. Devices may be checked out by NMPL library card holders. The patron must be a card holder for at least 30 days to be eligible to check out the device.
2. The wireless device may be checked out for one week at a time.
3. As soon as a device that has been put on hold is available for a patron, that patron will be contacted by the library, and the device will be held for the patron to pick up within 24 hours. This 24 hour time period counts in the week check-out allowed for hotspot devices. After 24 hours, if the device has not been retrieved, the hold will expire and the device placed on hold for the next patron.
4. The device has unlimited data, but the data will be turned off if the device is overdue.
5. The device replacement cost is $75. This is a $70 replacement fee plus a $5 processing fee.
6. If there is a fee related to the device on the patron’s library card, the patron will not be able to check out any materials until the fee is paid.
7. The device will not be considered returned until all cords, etc. are returned.
8. The patron’s account must be in good standing before the patron may check out a wireless device.
9. The device must be returned inside the library. The device may not be left in the outside dropbox. If the device is left in the dropbox, the patron will not be allowed to check out the hotspot again for 30 days. This is in addition to the $75 replacement fee should the device be damaged.

North Manchester Public Library reserves the right to invite outside vendors to set up at special events at the library. Outside vendors will be utilized when library staff deems their presence to be something that will add value to an event and/or increase attendance. Where applicable, NMPL may request a copy of their Wabash County Health Board certificate/Vendors License and Liability Insurance in advance.

Any vendor 16 and over agrees to pay a flat fee of $20 to the North Manchester Public Library with cash or check. Vendors under the age of 16 agree to pay a flat fee of $10 to the North Manchester Public Library with cash or check.

Vendor participation is subject to approval and is not guaranteed. Accepted vendors will be notified by the NMPL staff. NO DROP INS; vendors must apply and be approved.

All participants must provide their own change. No change will be provided by NMPL.

Each vendor must display a sign identifying the name of the vendor/business.

Vendors agree by signing the NMPL application form to accept the following hold harmless clause: All authorized vendors participating in the NMPL event agree that they are independent operators and shall be individually liable for any loss, personal injury, deaths, and/or any other damages that may occur as a result of the vendors negligence or that of its employees, agents or associates.

All vendors agree to indemnify and save the North Manchester Public Library, their employees, and agents harmless from any loss, costs, damages and other expenses, including attorney’s fees.

It is recommended that each vendor carry his or her own personal and product liability insurance.

For Youth Vendors:

• Youth vendors are defined as vendors under the age of 16.
• All youth vendors must pay a $10 vendor fee upon approval.
• Youth vendor products must be primarily provided/run by the child participating with minimal help from the parent or guardian.
• A supervising adult must be present with youth vendors under the age of 16.

Photography & Video Policy

The Library Bill of Rights

Library Bill of Rights The American Library Association affirms that all libraries are forums for information and ideas, and that the following basic policies should guide their services.

1. Books and other library resources should be provided for the interest, information, and enlightenment of all people of the community the library serves. Materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.
2. Libraries should provide materials and information presenting all points of view on current and historical issues. Materials should not be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval.
3. Libraries should challenge censorship in the fulfillment of their responsibility to provide information and enlightenment.
4. Libraries should cooperate with all persons and groups concerned with resisting abridgment of free expression and free access to ideas.
5. A person’s right to use a library should not be denied or abridged because of origin, age, background, or views.
6. Libraries which make exhibit spaces and meeting rooms available to the public they serve should make such facilities available on an equitable basis, regardless of the beliefs or affiliations of individuals or groups requesting their use.

Adopted June 19, 1939, by the ALA Council; amended October 14, 1944; June 18, 1948; February 2, 1961; June 27, 1967; January 23, 1980; inclusion of “age” reaffirmed January 23, 1996. A history of the Library Bill of Rights is found in the latest edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual.

Material Objection & Request for Reconsideration

The North Manchester Public Library seeks to develop a broad scope collection of print materials, electronic materials, and non-print materials that meet the ever-changing needs of our community. The North Manchester Public Library proudly adheres to the American Library Association’s “Freedom to Read” Statement, as well as its “Library Bill of Rights” in selecting content for the collection. Promoting intellectual freedom and access to information are core values of the library.

A broad scope of materials is required to provide diverse viewpoints. The library's acquisition of items does not constitute endorsement of their content but rather makes available its expression and supports the principle of intellectual freedom.

Responsibility for materials chosen by minors rests with their parents or legal guardians. Selection of materials for the collection will not be restricted by the possibility that items may come into possession of minors, nor does the library use any system of coding, rating, or labeling to identify or segregate materials for the purpose of censorship. If you wish to request reconsideration of library materials, please return the completed Request for Reconsideration form to the North Manchester Public Library.

• Request for Reconsideration Form