A patron's request to have any materials (book, periodical, video, CD, CD-ROM etc.) removed from the Library collection shall be handled as follows:

• The patron should voice his/her objection to the Librarian in charge.

• At this time, the patron will receive and fill out a Reconsideration Request Form.

• The Director will consider the request and notify the patron of its disposition.

• If the patron is dissatisfied with the Director's disposition, he/she may request that the subject be referred to the Plymouth District Library Board.

• The patron will be notified when the Board will consider the request. At that time, the patron will be given time to express reasons for his/her objection to the specific material.

• The decision of the Board will be final. The patron will receive a written disposition of the request if desired.

The Freedom to Read Statement

The Library Bill of Rights

updated 8/17/02