ee Alaska Entiy #: 88776-D el | State of Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development CERTIFICATE OF | INCORPORATION | NONPROFIT CORPORATION } ‘The undersigned, es Commissioner of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development of the State of Alaska, hereby certifies that Articles of Incorporation duly signed and Verified pursuant to the provisions of Alaska Statutes has been received in ) this office and have been found to conform to law. ACCORDINGLY, the undersigned, as Commissioner of Commerce, Community and Economic Development, and by virtue of the authority vested in me by law, hereby | issues this certificate to FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY | | and attaches hereto the original copy of the Articles of Incorporations for such certificate, IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, | execute this certificate and affix the Great Seal of the State of Alaska on i SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. Skye Bh tad Edgar Blatchford | CommissionerAK Entity #: 887760 Date Filed: 02/22/2007 12:00 AM ‘Stato of Alaska Department of Commerce Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Developm Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing ~ Co por ator (Gee =) conronamions section AYtention Caen FP) Co vox tsa00e #907-465-3 SAB! Sanoau AK 99611-0808 kat Q0 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT Domestic Business, Professional Corporation or Non Profit Corporation Pursuant to the provisions of Alaska Statutes, the undersigned corporation adopts the following Amended Articles of Incorporation: 4, Name the Corporation (cits canny sine n a cart tr Alaska Entity #: friends of the Library 82 776-D 2, Amended Name of Corporation (rowgrgnaranesiie cs): 3. Business/Professional Corporations Only if shares were issued: Ifthe class of shares are entitled to vote as a class: Date Amendment Adopted By the Board of Directors and _,| Number of Shares in Class: Shareholders: x e | "Number of Outstanding Shares: Class Series He Se ese + _ | Number of Votes For Amendment: : Number of Shares Voting For Number of Votes Against Amendment: Amendment: ‘Number of Shares Vating Against ‘Amendment: ifno shares were issued: Date the amendment to the articles of Incorporation was “| adopted by resolution of the Board of Directors: plas 2 4, Non-Profit Corporation Only Date Amendment Adopted: /9L0 Check one of the boxes below: If adopted by the members of the corporation: ef There are members entitled to vote on the amendment; a quorum was present at the meeting and the amendment received at least two-thirds of the votes which members present at the meetings or represented by proxy were entitled to cast {The amendment was adopted by consent in writing signed by all members entitled to vote with respect to the amendment. If adopted by the Board of Directors: There are no members and the amendment received the vote of a majority of the directors in office. 1 There are no members entitled to vote and the amendment received the vote of a majority of the directors In office. State of Alaska Fling Changes 3 Page(s) ™ (0708527087 08-440 revised 9105 ah 1A corporation may not amend its articles of incorporation to change the names and addresses of the first directors, incorporators or the initial registered agent of the entity Each amended article must be written in its entirety. 5. Amendments to the Articles of Incorporation are as follows: | See Attachment | ‘itach an additional 814" x 11” page for continuation of previous article and/or additional articles. Please indicate which article you are continuing. ‘The Amended Articles of Incorporation must be signed by the president or vice president and by its secretary or an assistant secretary of the entity. Signature of Prosident or Vice President Printed Name of President or Vice President Date (Opp ree ds Vgelan [PodeiciaG Mack spbaiaott gata ‘cians Sastre SSS) — os te Tene S Chiiskise Crane _12%efel Ifyou have specific legal questions or concerns about this filing, you are strongly advised to consult an attorney or other professional to assist you. Mall the Amended Articles of Incorporation and the $25.00 filing fee to: State of Alaska Corporations Section PO Box 110808 Juneau AK 99801 For additional information or forms please visit our web site at: www.corporations.alaska.gov 08-440 revised 9105 ah 2.Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development 2 Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing CORPORATIONS SECTION PO Box 110808 #2377 Juneau AK 99811-0808 NOTICE OF CHANGE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS OR SHAREHOLDERS Business and Professional Corporations a ; Wtetends or te Liber Alaska Entity #22776 -D Name of Corporation Prior Information ‘Name Apa Picts New Information st the names and mailing addresses ofthe offcars of the entity below. Please note that this report may not be file for record if the require information is not provided. All corporations must have a president, secretary, treasurer and atleast one director. The ‘secretary and the president cannot be the same person unless the president is 100% shareholder. The entity must aso list any alien afflates and those shareholders that hold 5% or more of the issued shares. Tite | Name | Maing Address City, State Zip ime [sae |e, rmetet | Kon Lye £2 Box 2 Manna Ak 2% See Petty Mockey Werone , AK 29%60 Piease atach an additional 61/2 X11 sheet of paper to ist additional ofcers, directors or shareholders. “This report is public infonnation, Please do wo ist confidential information such as date uf bith o: Social Seuurily Numbers, AS 10.06.813, Fling Notice of Change of Offcors, Directors, Five Percent Shareholders, an Alon Ait. {@) nthe event ofa change ofan offer. Greco. olen alate ofa corporation during te st yea of the biennial poring period or a change Ina fv perennt shareholder before Sepiembe 30 ofthe fst year of te Denna poring period, the cxpocsion shal flea notice of change amending te biennial repr ofthe corporation before the folowing January 2 (0) The notice shal be fled wth the commissioner and shall state the name and coment mating adcress of each director, offer, ve percent ‘Saroholdr, er alon afte not included inthe corporation's as led biennial repot, and te Name of te person replaced andthe ofc ald, This notice shall be signed by the president or vice président of the corporation. Signature of Authorized Person Title [ Date Lac SAV), Piece Drea Me ETI 15 -OF There are no fees associated wit this fling. If ther in the egistored agent ofthis corporation, a Registered Agent Rogistered Address Statement of Change form i raquirad The form is avalable on our Wob site at wow corgocaions alaska gov or you can cal (807) 485-2530 to request the form to be maid or faxed to you. Return this form to: Slate of Alaska Corporations Section . PO Box 110808 Juneau, AK 99811-0808, 0-636 (Rev. 12/105) ahbnendnert ty the articles of incorporation WV a. (Name Of organization is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c) (3) of tha Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code. b. No part of the net earnings of the organization shall inure to the « benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the organization shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonsble compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of tha purposes set forth in the purpose clause hereof. No substantial part of the activities of the organization shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the organization shall not participate in, or intervene in (including tha publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Motwithstanding any other provision of this document, the organization shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by an organization exempt from federal incone tax under section 501(c) (3) of the * Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or (b) by'an organization, contributions to which are deductible under section 170(c) (2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax coda. c. Upon the dissolution of the organization, assets shall be distributed for one or more exeapt purposes within the meaning of section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed to the fodaral government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not disposed of shall be disposed of by the Court of Coamon Pleas of the county in which the principal office of the organization is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION (Domestic Nonprofit Corporation) ‘The undersigned natural person(s) of the age of 19 years or more, acting as incorporator(s) of a corporation dhder the Alaska Nonprofit Corporation Act (AS 10.20), adopt the following Articles of Incorporation: ARTICLE | (see part 3 on instructions) The name of the corporation is! priends ey ARTICLE I ‘The period of duration is perpetual ARTICLE Il (see part 3 of instructions) The purpose(s) for which this organization is organized are: To support the librarian in providi for our community, sugh as dducation, information an re in accordance with Nenana City Ordinance 82- ration, and Article 4-bi = ARTICLE IV (see part 4 of the instructions) The internal affairs are regulated by the bylaws and implemented by the Board of Directors of the library. 08-405 (Rev. 5/99)page? Article VI Board of Dirctors 6. April Mudge P.O. Box 42 Nenana, Alaska 99760 Article VII Incorporators Diane Jensen _-P.O. Box 396Nenana, Alaska 99760 Ken Frye P.O. Box 265, Nenana, Alaska 99760 April Mudge P.O. Box 42 Nenana, Alaska $9760We, the incorporators, sign our names this LG day of Sy wk 2004. He FRE AL. ZZ Friieerane Snare Oylluae Romulo (uptiw baaardes Printed name ‘Signature “Veebar L- Sdams Bea brtre X Cdema re id ane th Dy Printed nme ra Signgture = files Mast Dey gales aiheatane Saas cD : sgame wiaeinane sqaure Faeinane smaue Printed name Signature rae Fineavane agra Fiedaant saePage 1 of 4 Nenana Public Library Board By-Laws Set and ready to present to the Mayor and Assembly of Nenana, Alaska This18" day of November 2004, ‘The purpose ofthis organization is to support the Librarian én providing public libraty services ‘or our community, such as education, information and recreation in accordance with Nenana City Ordinance 82-18, Chapter 2 Administration, and Article 4 Library pages 1-4 1. NAME The library should be called the Nenana Public Library 2. POLICY This organization will be non-sectarian, non-partisan, and non-profit. All library polictes, not dictated by grant requirements or city ordinances, shall be established by the Library Board. Such Policies to become effective upon approval of the Nenana City Assembly. 3, BOARD MEMBERS . A. This organizatioh will be a 7 member board. The membership shall be es follows 1) Six members fr iy Member. 2) The 7 members shall serve as follows: 2. The at large members shall be appointed for 3 years and until their successors are appointed per Nenana City Ordinance 2.420, b, The City Assembly member shall serve for the term of his/her office on the Assembly, B, ‘The President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer shall be elected by the board from the at large membérs for a one year term, C. Membership is uncompensated. Out of pocket expenses may be reimbursed at the Giseretion of the board and approval of city administration per Nenana City Osdinance Section 2.420, (d) The Librarian shall be an ex-officio member of the Nenana Public Library Board, E. Members of the Friends of the Library shall be ex-officio members of the Nenana PublicLibrary Board. Page 2 of 4 DUTIES OF THE OFFICERS A ‘The President shall preside at all meetings of the Library Board, appoint all committees here required, and perform related duties in full support of and with the guidance of the Librarian, ‘The Secretary shall record the minutes ofall board meetings and conduct necessary comespondence. The Secretary shall notify members and the public of board meetings and post the meeting notice in @ minimum of two (2) locations, The Secretary shall be responsible for maintaining a complete set of minutes and records on permanent file at the library and with the Municipal Clerk, ‘The Vice President shall preside over meetings in the absence of the President. ‘The Treasurer is responsible for ensuring the oversight of the finances of the Nenana Public Library. The Board President, Treasurer and the Librarian will serve as check signatories and two signatures will be required for any check totaling over $1,200. ‘A monthly Treasurer's Report will be submitted for Board approval on or before the Regular Monthly Meeting. POWERS AND DUTIES A The board is organized under the ordinances of the city and is an advisory board. It may make recommendations to the Librarian, the Mayor and the City Assembly on any matters relating to the public library or the library service for the city. ‘The board shall provide for the acceptance of gifs, endowments, historical documents and donations, in full cooperation with the guidance from the Librarians The board shall support the Librarian in making library acquisitions. ‘The board shall establish policy end procedure for operation of the library, subject tothe grantor requirements and City Assembly confirmation in full cooperation with and guidance from the Librarian. E. He The Bea shall Kaye 4 Assist the Librarian with the preparation and presentation of a budget and required reports to the City Assembly. Submit, to the City Assembly, a written report of proceedings of the Board with reference the library during preceding fiscal year. This report is due on or before August 15" of each year, Make regommencatins to th, Mayor on the appointment of library staf. Pawar ta Cr wth athin VharninnPage 3 of 4 6 VACANCIES ‘A: A vacancy on the board shall be ereated when a member resigns or is unable to serve or ‘when the member has missed three consecutive meetings without Prior notification of the board. B. Appointments to the board to fill vacancies shall be recommended to the Mayor by ‘he Board who shall appoint a person to fill such vacancy, subject to the confirmation of the City Assembly, © Vacancies ofthe officers shall be filled by special election from the at-large members of the board, D. The board President shall notify the Mayor of vacancies on the Library Board, In the vent the office ofthe President is vacant the Librarian will notify the Mayor of the vacancy. 7. MEETINGS A; Ategular meeting shall beheld monthly; the time and date tobe decided at the first fall meeting dr as changed by the President as necessary, B. The Librarian may make motions, second motions, but may not vote except in the case of C. Library Board meetings are public, Persons wishing to place an item on the agenda ‘must give forty-eight (48) hours notice to the President. ‘D. Meetings will follow parliamentary procedure as stated in Roberts Rules of Order. 8. COMMITTEES Committees wilt be formed as necessary and chaired by the Library Board President? Such committees will be appointed and their functions and duties will be defined by the President. They will submit reports to the board as necessary, 9. FISCAL YEAR The Board’s fiscal year shall be from July 1 to June 30 inclusive, Page 4 of 410. AMENDMENTS These by-laws may be amended by a majority vote of a quorum of the Library Board and take effect upon approval of the Nenana City Assembly, 11 AUTHORITY Should these by-laws be construed to be in conflict with the City ordinances, the Ordinances shall prevail. Pessed by urenimous vote ofthe curently presiding Board of Directors ofthe Nenana Library, ‘approval of the Librarian and attested by: C23. Pec ‘dew’ nlis/log Nahe Title Date and with themippenne Geta O4y An Chapter 2 — Administrative S Article 4 — Library Section 2.410. Nenana Public Library, There shall be a public library in the Municipality to be called the Nenana Public Library, operated and owned by the Municipality Section 2.415 Librarian - Power: ies, The librarian shall be the director of the library department, responsible to the mayor. The librarian shall be responsible for operation of the library, including the control and supervision of its equipment, personnel and the hours of operation, The librarian shall be responsible for the library department budget, and shall submit a proper budget to the mayor by March 1 for review and discussion and incorporation into an operation budget for the Municipality. The librarian will attend all library board meetings. Section 2.420. Library Board — Membership. The library board shall be a seven-member board. The membership shall be as follows: (a) Six members from the community at large, and one assembly member. (b) All members shall be nominated by the mayor, and all are confirmed by the Assembly. (Revisors Note: Section 2.420 was amended by adoption of Ordinance 98-11 on June 11, 1998. This ordinance changed Senior high school student to high school student. This section was agein amended by adoption of Ordinance 98-13 on November 12, 1998. This ordinance eliminates the student member and increases the at large membership to six (0) Members of the library board shall serve until the time at which their term of appointment has expired, As the terms of service of the several members of such first library board shall expire, their respective successors shall Chapter 2, Article 4, Page 1be appointed as provided above for three years, and until their successors are appointed. (d) membership is uncompensated; out of packet expenses may be reimbursed at the discretion of the board and approval of city administration within budgetary allowances. (e) The board shall provide for the acceptance of gifts, endowments, historical documents and donation. (f) The board shall assist the librarian in making library acquisitions. Section 2.425 Library Board — Powers and Duties. (a)The fit the ordinances of the city, is an advisory board. It may make recommendations to ary board of the Nenana Public Library, organized under the librarian, the mayor and the assembly on any matters relating to the public library or to library service for the city (b) The library board shall adopt its own by-laws and elect officers as it deems necessary from its membership. (c) the duties of the board shall be: (1) establishment of policy and procedures for the operation of the library, subject to assembly confirmation; Chapter 2, Article 4, Page 2(2) establishment of a regular schedule of ‘ meetings; (3) Assist the librarian on the preparation and presentation of a proper budget to the assembly; (4) on or before August 18th of each year, sumit {fo the. assembly a written report of | , proceedings of the board with reference to the K iprary during the preceding fiscal year; (5). make recommendations to the mayor on. the appointment of the library staff Section 2.430. Library Board - Meetings. Minutes of board meetings shall be recorded and filed with the municipal clerk. Notification shall be publicly posted and minutes of meetings shall be open to public Inspection at the clerk's office. Special meetings may be called with notification. Four members shall constitute a quorum to conduct business. Section 2.435. Library Board - Vacancies. In the event of a vacancy on the library board caused by death, resignation, inability to serve, unexcused absences from three consecutive regular meetings or for any other reason before the expiration of the term of any member, the library board shall recommend and the mayor shall appoint a person to fill such vacancy for the unexpired term, subject to confirmation by the Assembly. Section 2.440. Use of Library - Prohibited for Certain Misconduct, The librarian may prohibit any person the use of the Nenana PublicLibrary who wilfully or persistently violates any rule or regulation préscribed for operation of such library or whose Physical condition is deemed dangerous or offensive to other persons, No person shall fail to leave the library when so ordered by the librarian or other Person in charge of the library, Section 2.445. Failure to Return Library Property - Additional Penalty, Any person who wilfully fails to return any book, newspaper, Periodical, publication, or other property of the Nenana Public Library within 90 days after notice in writing to return same, or fails to Pay value of lost property, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor; and in addition ot the other penalties provided for herein, such person may be denied the use of the library by the librarian, Section 2.450, Violation. Action contrary to the previous two paragraphs shall constitute a violation of this Ordinance and is subject to Prosecution, Chapter 9. Artinin a mane 41 FROM :CITY OF NeNANA FAX NO. 7907 632 5583 Nov. 24 2004 12:31PM Pi ~ Section 2,583.5 was amended by adoption of ‘Ordinance 99-03 on March 11, 199% This ordinance added Martin Luther King, Jr, Day to the list of holidays.] Secti 5. Recognized City Holiday ‘The following days shall be recognized as holidays with pay for all permanent employees. Full-time employees shall receive full pay. Part-time employees shall be paid in proportion to the number of hours they would nermally be scheduled to work ifthe day were not a holiday. ‘A. New Year's Day; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Presidents Day; Memorial Day; B. c D. E. Independence Day; F. Labor Day; G. Alaska Day; H. Veterans Day; |. Thanksgiving Day; and J. Christmas Day Section 2.58: liday Falling on a Saturday or Sunda’ When a recognized holiday falls on a Saturday the proceeding Friday shall be treated as a holiday. When a recognized holiday falls on @ Sunday, the following Monday shall be treated as a holiday. Section 2,584.5 Holiday Falling o ff of a Shift Worker. If a holiday falls’ on a shift employee's normal day off, his/her next working day shall be treated as a holiday. Section 2.585.0...__ Mayor's Authority. The Mayor shall add or delete holidays to conform to the holiday dates observed by the State of Alaska and the United States Government. Chapter 2, Article 5, Page 44Sil Library Policies: Book Donations ‘We will accept all books. If we decide not to add an item to the collection, we'll put it in our free box and or discard them. Please understand we have limited space and for every book that we add to the collection we must take another book off the shelf and discard. For this reason we cannot keep all donations. \Video/DVD/cD donations Ifthe item does not have a nice cover we can not take them, if itis damaged we cannot accept them. If ‘the movie has an R rating for sexually explicit images we will not take them. We will gladly accept all others. Once again, we can not keep all donations. We will put those that we do not keep in the free box or discard through other avenues. Magazines We do not accept outdated magazines. We do accept donated monthly magazine or newspaper subscriptions as long as we can make room for the items donated. Thank you for thinking of your library!! Checkout policy: The loan period for books and audio CO's are for one month. The loan period for movies is for 7 days Fees ‘There are no fees but please bring your material back on time so that others can enjoy them also. if you have material that has been misplaced please speak to library staff. There are several options for replacing the item. If you are late in returning your item you must bring the item back or renew the item before you will be allowed to check out any other library material. Library staff can override this Policy based on extenuating circumstances. Material Limit You may check out as many items as you can return ina loan period or at the discretion of the library staff such as for children and temporary residents. Copies and Printouts Please pay library staff 10 cents per copy. if you are using the color printers the cost is .25 cents unless itis a photo in which case it costs $1.00 per sheet. If ou are making a copy of non circulating library ‘material you get the first 10 sheets free. Fax charges are $1.00 per sheetOutline of Selection Policy Nenana Public Library “January 2001 Overview 1 Tawodvetion 1. Mission Statement M1. W. VIL vil IX. Intellectual Freedom | American Library Association Code of Ethics June 28, 1995 2, Library Bell of Rights Fanuary 23, 1996 rin oA Alaska, A Non-Fiction , Non-Print Collection Assessment Circulation Records 1 2. Examine Collection 3. Suggestion Box or Board 4. Survey 5. Check Standard Lists Collection Maintenance 1. Conservation and Repair 2. Weeding: Reconsideration Procedure L. Informal Review 2. Formal Review 3. Request for Reconsideration FormNENANA PUBLIC LIBRARY SELECTION POLICY 1. Introduction This policy is intended to assist the librarian and other staff members in selection, acquisition and maintenance of the library materials; and to inform the public and the Library Board members of such policy. Adherence to this policy will ensure that materials are selected according to established quidelines. This policy is a tool which will help to develop a collection which is non-biased and represents the needs and desires of the community. This policy will be reviewed every three years by the Nenana Public Library Board. Il. Mission Statement Nenana Public Library will offer free access to information and is responsible for meeting the various information needs of the community at large. ‘The Nenana Public Library will endeavor to meet the recreational reading needs of the community, provide programming for children, facilitate education for all ages, provide practical and vocational information, obtain materials via Interlibrary Loan when not available locally, and offer access to various computer and electronic technologies. Ill. Intellectual Freedom The Nenana Public library supports intellectual freedom and endorses the following intellectual freedom statement: "Freedom to Read’ (American Library Association), "Library Bill of Rights" (American Library Association)’ "Policy on Confidentiality of LibraryAMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION CODE OF ETHICS “As members of the American Library Assocition, we recognize tbe importance of codifying and mating eaee to ihe profession and tothe geueral public the ethical principles that guide the work of librarians, her professionals providing information services, library trustes ang library stafis Ethjeal dilemmas occur when values are in conflict, The American Library Association Code of Ethice Hale values to which we are committed, and embodies the ethical responsibilities ofthe profession in this changing information environment. ‘We significantly influence ot contro the selection, orgsizaton, preservation, and dsserination of resets Ina poliea system grounded in an informed citizenry we are members of a profession Explieily commited to intellectual freedom andthe freedom of aceess ta information. We heve 8 special Ghlgation to ensure the ftee flow of information and ideas to present and foture generations. “The principles ofthis Code are expressed in broad statements to guide ethical decision making, These saeduants provid a framework; they cannet and do not dictate conduct to cover particular situations 1. We provide the highest level of service to all Library users through appropriate and usefully organized resources; equitable service policies; equitable access; and accurate, unbiased and ‘courtecus responses to all requests, TL Werupholé the principles of intellectual freedom and resist al efforts to censor library resources, TL Wepprotect each library user's right to privacy and confidentiality wth respect to information fought of received and resources consulted, borowed, acquired or transmitted. We recognize and respect intellectual property rights. VV. Wetreat co-workers and other colleagues with respect, feimess and good faith, and advocate Conditions of employment that safeguard the rights and welfare of all employees of our institutions. VL Wedo aot edvance private interests atthe expense of library users, colleagues or our empleying institutions. VIL We distinguish between our personal convictions and professional duties and do not allow our ‘personal Bliets 1 interfere with fir representation of the ais of our instmtions or the provision bf access to their information resources. VI, Westrve for excellence inthe profession by maintaining and enhancing our own knowledge and hile, by encouraging the professional development of co-workers, and by fostering the aspirations of potential members of the profession Adopted by the ALA Council ‘June 28, 1995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. IL 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. IIL Libraries should challenge censorship in the fulfillment of their responsibility to provide information and enlightenment. IV. Libraries should cooperate with all persons and groups concemed with resisting abridgment of free expression and free access to ideas. V. Apperson’ right to use a library should not be denied or abridged because of origin, age, background, or views. VI. Libraries which make exhibit spaces and meeting rooms available to the public they serve should make such facilities available on an equitable bases, regardless of the beliefs or affiliations of individuals or groups requesting their use. Adopted June 18, 1948. ‘Amended February 2, 1961, end January 23, 1980, inclusion of “age” reaffirmed January 23, 1996, by the ALA Council.Records," and the Alaska Library Association's "Intellectual Freedom Manual." The choice of library materials by users is an individual matter. Responsibility for the reading of children and adolescents rests with their parents and legal guardians. While a person may reject materials for him/herself and for his/her children, he/she cannot exercise censorship to restrict access to the materials by others. IV. Resource Sharing Nenana Public Library will assist and cooperate with other community organizations so that resources and funds are most efficiently used. The Nenana Public Library is home to the Adults Learning Program and cooperates with the University of Alaska Rural Education Office in conducting university classes. A goal of the Nenana Public Library is to coordinate a collection with the Nenana City Public Schools Library to best accomplish mutual goals. Vv. Clientele The Nenana Public Library shall make available its various resources to all persons regardless of age, sex or race, including tourists and summer residents. Circulating items will be limited to those who reside within the Nenana River Valley, from McKinley Park to North Nenana. Visitors to the library may utilize resources while at the library. VI. Materials Selection Responsibility At the Nenana Public Library, the librarian has the ultimate responsibility for the selection of all library materials. The librarian may call on the library board or special committees for help with the selection process. The librarian will also utilize such tools as community surveys, suggestion box, and patron requests to help determine selection priorities.While selecting library materials the librarian will attempt to select materials which cover all aspects of an issue or field of study. The librarian and selection committees will utilize various catalogs, bibliographies and review sources when selecting library materials. The use of such tools assures the public that selected materials are of high quality, as recommended by professionals in the field. The librarian must approve all recommendations and review all purchase orders and order forms to see that they have been properly completed and selection criteria have been followed. Vil. Selection Criteria Each article of material is considered in terms of its purpose and for the community intended. Materials are judged on the basis of the work as a whole, not on a part taken out of context. Reviews in professional journals are used in the selection process and are sought whenever possible. However, the lack of review or an unfavorable review shall not be the sole reason for rejecting a title which is in demand. © Qualifications of author/producer © Significance of subject matter © Accuracy of information * Potential use by patrons © Importance to the collection as a whole * Appearance of the item in standard bibliographies or reviewing journals © Physical quality of the material © Current and/or permanent value® Genreflecting X. Collection Maintenance Conservation and Repair: The library will attempt to keep all items in good repair. Damaged circulating items should be repaired before returning to the shelf. Items beyond repair will be discarded. Paperback items of particular value such as, Alaskana titles may be sent out to be bound. Magazines are kept at periodical display for a period of one year. At which time old issues are sent out in free bin, except for National Geographic Magazine. These are placed in file boxes and stored for reference. Weeding: Books will be weeded from the collection if they are considered out of date, in poor physical condition, or determined not to be of use in the collection. Weeding will be done on an on-going basis as books circulate or periodically by section as needed Currently space limitations dictate that the collection needs to be weeded before adding new books to the shelf. Evaluation of collection and selection priorities must be considered when weeding. Xl. Reconsideration Procedure The Nenana Public Library Board is the policy making body for the Nenana Public Library, City of Nenana Ordinance 80-2. The following procedure explained the handling of challenged library materials. This procedure is to be reviewed by the board every three years. Informal Review: All complaints concerning library materials shall be submitted to the librarian. A copy of the Selection Policy will be made available to the patron, and any questions will be answered by the librarian. If the patron is not satisfied with this explanation, the Librarian will explain the reconsideration process. The patron may then fill out a "Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials" form, a copy of which is enclosed herein.Easy reader nonfiction topics should be included in the children's section and a small selection of juvenile /young adult non-fiction will be included in the non-fiction section. Juvenile non-fiction titles will emphasize popular areas of study for that age group such as science projects, dinosaurs and other animals, crafts, drawing and sports. The major juvenile non-fiction collection is held at the Nenana City School Library, and selection does not need to be duplicated at the public library. Adult Fiction: The library will maintain an adult fiction collection which will cover areas of popular interest such as mystery, western, science fiction, classic literature, popular authors, etc. A book leasing program, McNaughton Book Service is used to offer new titles and best sellers, some of which may be added to the permanent collection if they have lasting value, such as popular author or other literary quality. Non-fiction: The library will maintain a non-fiction and reference collection which will address the basic needs of the adult community. The adult non-fiction selection is representative of all areas of study, including a basic reference collection. Emphasis is placed on areas of particular interest to the community such as parenting, child development, self-help, crafts, how-to, health, physical fitness and popular sports. Non-Print: The library will continue to develop various non- print collections such as video, audio books-on-tape for children and adults, computer software and a limited selection of puzzles and games. The video and audio selections follow the same guidelines for books including classic, or award winning entertainment for children and adults, documentary, self-help, how-to, literary and Alaska. The software selection includes some games for children (including educational games), word processors for children and adults, various programs to develop job skills and others of interest to the community. The library does not collect phonographic records, general music audio tapes, slides or realia. However, the library will accept donations of local artifacts, handcrafts or photographs to display in the library.Donations: The library will accept donations of all types. Paperback books and magazines are in the trade section of the library. The librarian will determine if books or other materials may be suitable or desirable to add to the collection. Materials not suitable for the collection will be discarded if in bad condition or sold as used books. IX. Collection Assessment The librarian will use various means of evaluation to keep collection up-to-date and comprehensive and responsive to the needs of the community. This evaluation will help determine the distribution of funds for the purchase of library materials. Circulation Records: Statistics of items circulated will be maintained and reviewed annually to determine use trends in subject areas and different medias (print v, non-print) Examine Collection: The librarian will conduct an annual physical inventory to determine which books are missing, the condition of the books and inspect the overall collection. Special subject areas may be examined when necessary to determine condition and age of a particular section. Media will also be inspected during circulation process and notes made of those which need to be replaced. Suggestion Box or Board: The library will maintain a special place to collect suggestions and requests from patrons. Survey: The library will periodically conduct a general survey of patrons to determine usefulness of collection and popular areas. This will be done at least every three years. Check Standard Lists, Reference and Journals: The librarian will check various references to help determine the need to increase and/or update collections. Examples of references are: © Public Library Catalog © Children's Catalog * Non-fiction guidelines for Smaller Libraries© Price * Available in correct format for library use * Local interest Sources for professional review shall be obtained as needed through Interlibrary Loan or purchased as necessary and affordable. Vill. Collection Overview Format: Because the library's role in literacy and limited budget, print materials will compromise the majority of the collection and acquisitions. However, because of popularity and demand of non-print materials, the library will also purchase VHS video tapes, audio books-on-tape, children’s read-along audio tapes, children's song and music audio tapes, computer software, puzzles, games and puppets with in our means. The library's collection of maps is limited to USA, Alaska and local areas. Alaska: The library will maintain a collection of materials on all aspects of Alaska, including fiction and non-fiction history, politics, sciences, folklore, outdoors, handcrafts, etc. The library has a collection of Alaska Historical Photographs on microfiche which were distributed by the Alaska State Library. Additions to this collection are welcome as available. Local History: The library will attempt to obtain and collect information on local and area (Nenana Valley, Minto, Kantishna, Tanana River) history, current events and special interests. Children's and Young Adults: The library will maintain collections for both young children and young adult readers for recreational reading. The young children’s collection will focus on pre-school children, including board books, Caldecott and other awards, children's classics and popular trends. This section also offers selections for the beginning reader. The young adult section includes award winning titles, classic literature and popular trends.NENANA PUBLIC LIBRARY REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF LIBRARY MATERIALS Request Initiated by: Date: Address: Telephone: Title: Call Number: Author: Publisher: Type of material: Book Magazine Audio Tape VHS Video Tape Do you represent yourself? An organization or group? Name: 1. Did you read the entire work? If not, what part did you read? 2. To what in the work did you object? (please be specific; cite pages, or sections etc.) 3. Do you feel that this work has any value in the library collection? 4. In the place of this item, would you care to recommend other material which you consider to be of equal of superior quality for the purpose intended? 5. What action do you wish the library to take in regard to this item? Signature ___.INTERNET SAFETY POLICY Purpose: To provide free public access to information, resources and services. Disclaimer: The Nenana Public Library reserves the right to control the use of the libraries internet through the use of internet filters/monitoring. However we are not responsible nor endorse the internet content. The user should exercise judgment in assessing the credibility of information viewed, Child Safety of the Internet: The Nenana Public Library upholds the rights of parents and legal guardians to supervise their children on the internet and to monitor their own children’s use of all library materials and resources, The library encourages parents and guardians to discuss internet safety with their children and to assist with this, the library has available copies of pamphlets for the “Alaska Internet Circle of Safety” This project was funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and is a joint effort of the AK State Library and the AK Library Association. Procedures for Use of Internet Workstations Computers and WIFI are available at no charge. ‘Those seeking distance learning or applying for jobs have priority for internet use and are not restricted to the one hour limit; please inform the library staff. Printer fee is .10 cents for black and white pages and .25 cents for color. Color Photo's cost $1.00 because of the extra ink that it takes. Contact staff to use the color printer since some of the computers are not set up for this. Responsibilities of Library Internet Users including WIFI users and Staff: Use of the electronic resources for illegal or criminal activity is prohibited. Users are to comply with all local, state, and federal laws. Display of sexually explicit images at any library terminal is forbidden. Library staff reserves the right to terminate an internet session that disrupts library services or is in violation of the libraries policies and Procedures. Failure to comply with any laws, policies and procedures may result ina loss of computer privileges and or other loss of library privileges. brary staff will respect your right to privacy. Any information that identifies the internet user with specific materials or subject matter will be considered confidential information. However, no guarantee for privacy is possible while on the Internet. Please be respectful of other internet user’s privacy as well Thank you for your cooperation! CHILDREN, PLEASE WHEN YOU ARE ON THE INTERNET DO NOT DISSEMINATE PERSONAL AND PRIVATE INFORMATION. ONLY GO ON SITES THAT YOUR PARENTS WOULD APPROVE OF AND ABIDE BY ALL INTERNET POLICIES,