The library system encourages the giving of cash donations or books as memorials. Plates shall always be placed in memorial books but otherwise shall be placed only on large library items of equipment and furnishings. The library system attempts to weigh the specific demand in relation to the total library program and policies. Materials that are in great demand and selected titles on current problems may be duplicated. Paperbacks and a rental collection may be used to supplement further demands.
Duplication is considered based on accumulated reserves.
The library system's policy is to consider for replacement all books withdrawn because of loss, damage, or wear. The weeding of a book collection is book selection in reverse. Weeding is a thorough and conscientious effort to achieve a well-balanced collection suitable to the patrons served, and should be a continuous, consistent process. Books weeded from the collection may be sold to the general public for a nominal fee at an annual book sale. Receipts from such a sale shall be placed in the system's book budget for purchase of new titles.