JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS GUIDELINES

The community bulletin board(s) of the library may be used for not-for-profit organizations, local organizations, individuals, and businesses to promote community not-for-profit events. Private schools, hospitals and health agencies may also use the bulletin board(s).

The community bulletin board will be clearly labeled as such, and will be separate from Library postings. The Jefferson County Library does not accept responsibility for the removal and return of posted material. A disclaimer will be posted on the community bulletin board stating that display does not constitute endorsement of or agreement with the materials' content by the Jefferson County Library trustees or staff.

When space is limited, size and time restrictions may apply, and the oldest postings may be removed to make space for newer material. All items must be presented and approved by the library manager or a designated library employee before being posted. Bulletin board materials will not be displayed for more than 14 days; library staff will remove any materials that have been posted for more than 4 days, or are no longer relevant. Each item will have the date posted and the initials of the staff member who approved the posting.

Items for which there is a question related to the appropriateness of posting or exhibit should be referred to the Director. Any group, organization, or individual may within 20 days of the Director's decision in writing appeal the Director's decision to the Board of Trustees.

Bulletin board postings may not promote the use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco, nor contain any information or subject matter which violates city, state, or federal statutes.

August 22, 2006