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This document outlines the collection development policy of the Allegany County Library System, detailing responsibilities, criteria for selection, access to materials, and processes for reconsideration and donation of library materials.

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1. Define the purpose of the collection development policy.
2. Identify the target audience and community needs.
3. Outline the goals and objectives for the collection.
4. Determine the scope of the collection (types of materials, subjects, formats).
5. Establish selection criteria for acquiring new materials.
6. Specify guidelines for deaccessioning materials from the collection.
7. Include policies for managing gifts and donations.
8. Address issues of intellectual freedom and censorship.
9. Ensure alignment with the institution's mission and strategic plan.
10. Review and update the policy regularly to reflect changing needs.

Who needs collection development policy?

1. Libraries (public, academic, special) to guide resource acquisition.
2. Library staff involved in collection management.
3. Administrators needing to understand resource allocation.
4. Stakeholders and community members interested in library services.
5. Funders and partners seeking alignment with institutional goals.

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What is collection development policy?

A collection development policy is a set of guidelines that outlines how a library or information center selects, acquires, and manages its collection of resources, which can include books, journals, digital media, and other materials.

Who is required to file collection development policy?

Typically, all libraries and information centers receiving public funding or grants are required to file a collection development policy as part of their operational guidelines.

How to fill out collection development policy?

To fill out a collection development policy, organizations should define their mission, assess community needs, outline selection criteria, describe the types of materials to be collected, and establish a review process for the collection.

What is the purpose of collection development policy?

The purpose of a collection development policy is to ensure that the library's collection aligns with its goals, meets the needs of its users, and provides a clear framework for selecting and deselecting materials.

What information must be reported on collection development policy?

The information that must be reported on a collection development policy typically includes the library's mission statement, selection criteria, intended audience, and procedures for evaluation and discarding materials.