Bulletin Board Policy

Purpose

The library provides space on its public bulletin board for announcements and notices of local community events. This service is in keeping with the Library’s overall philosophy of providing access to a wide range of information sources.  

Policy

All notices and posters must be submitted in hard copy to Library staff, who will approve or deny posting based on available space and library policy as stated here. All efforts will be made to approve items within 48 hours of submission. Approved items will be dated and posted by library staff for a maximum of 30 days or until the event date has passed. Library items may be exempt from the stated time limits. 

The Library gives priority to notices for programs and events that promote literacy, books and  reading. 

Allowable Items:

  • Community events (concerts, cultural events, workshops, etc.)

  • Educational information

  • Community resources

  • Information from elected officials

  • Small local businesses (as space permits)

  • Help wanted advertisements

Exclusions:

  • Corporate Sales

  • Personal Ads/Family Events

  • Content that could be considered discriminatory or harassing based on any protected status

  • Political campaign materials of a partisan nature

  • Religious proselytizing

Posting of a notice does not imply endorsement by the library staff or the Board of Trustees of  the viewpoints expressed in the items.  

The library does not assume any responsibility or liability for items submitted for display on the  bulletin board. The organization/individual assumes responsibility for any damage incurred.  


Updated December 2021 

Reviewed December 2022

Revised October 2024

By the Paola Free Library Board of Trustees