Audubon Public Library

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Mission Statement The Free Public Library of Audubon is a municipal library supported by the Borough of Audubon and governed by The Free Public Library of Audubon Board of Trustees. Our mission is to provide library services for the residents of Audubon. The library strives to be a center for lifelong learning. The library offers educational, recreational, and informational materials for patrons. Library materials include books, periodicals, audiobooks, audiovisuals, and electronic resources. The Free Public Library of Audubon is an educational, social, and cultural resource for the community of Audubon. Collection Development Policies The purpose of a Collection Development policy is to outline the philosophy and standards used to determine the acquisition and removal of library materials. In accordance with the NJSA 40:54-12 Administrative Code, the Board of Trustees is responsible for the selection of library materials. The Board of Trustees delegates to the Administrator the responsibility for material selection and withdrawal. Library materials include: books, periodicals, audiobooks, videotapes, CDs, and electronic databases. The Free Public Library serves a diverse community and the library collection reflects that diversity. MATERIAL SELECTION The selection of library materials include, but not limited to: Patron requests Materials that support Audubon Elementary and High School curriculum Books reviewed in professional library literature Books listed on the New York Times Best Seller List Local Author or subject matter Informational, educational, or recreational value to patrons Popularity of a particular author or book Anticipated demand The Administrator may purchase duplicate copies if there is a high demand. Patrons can request an inter-library loan for books not in the collection. DONATIONS The library accepts donations of materials less than five years old. If the donation fulfills a void in the collection it will be added. All other donations will be placed for sale. REMOVAL OF LIBRARY MATERIALS The ongoing acquisition of new library materials makes it necessary to weed/remove library materials. Library materials that are in good condition will be placed for sale. The reasons for removal of library materials include, but not limited to: Condition of Materials Out-dated and inaccurate information Number of copies Circulation

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