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Library 101:Policies – North Dakota State Library short video
Determining Whether a Document is a Policy, Procedure or Guideline – University of Wisconsin Madison
Notes on Library Policy – Vermont Department of Libraries
Developing and Writing Library Policies and Procedures – By Stephen Henson of BE&K Engineering. Includes an excellent list of additional sources.
The Basics of Nonprofit Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures
Developing Better Bylaws – Supporting Mission, Governance and Operations at Your Nonprofit
Write for your audience – plainlanguage.gov website
Clear and to the Point – Texas State Library and Archives Commission webinar
TSLAC is statutorily required to implement components of HB 900 and SB 13. See HB 900 FAQ for additional information. SB 13 requires an update to the collection development policies, which are now in process.
The Texas Education Agency has published a guidance document on SB 13, which is available here. Professional library and educational groups have also developed resources that educators may wish to reference.
Library Law Spotlight: What Makes a Good Policy – Library of Michigan webinar
SB 412 – Texas Library Association
SB 13 Implementation (School Libraries) – Texas Library Association
HB 900 Implementation (School Libraries) – Texas Library Association
Please note these links will take you to a third party’s website. TSLAC does not endorse or assume responsibility for the content of any information on any external website. This information is provided as an additional resource for informational purposes.
Privacy Audits for Public Libraries (webinar) – Niche Academy
Data Privacy Audit – San Francisco Public Library
Privacy Policy – San Francisco Public Library
Privacy and Confidentiality Policy – Mesa County Libraries
Library Patron Privacy and Confidentiality Policy – Jefferson County Public Library
Public Library Policy Resources – WiseLearn Resources
Guidelines on Public Internet Access in Libraries – International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions
Library Technology and Internet Access Policy – Seguin Public Library
Technology Use Policy – St. Louis Public Library
Acceptable Use of Internet & Public Computers – Austin Public Library
Computer and Internet Use Policy – Avondale Library
Acceptable Use of the Internet and Library Public Computers – Multnomah County Library
Library Policies: Circulation – Central Kansas Library System
Circulation Policy Checklist – Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Public Library Sample Policies – Colorado Department of Education
Library Policies – Central Kansas Library System
Public Library Director Toolkit – North Dakota State Library
NVRA Guide to Implementation – TX Secretary of State
Implementing NVRA in Public Libraries – TX Secretary of State
Sample Texas State Agency NVRA Implementation Plan – TX Secretary of State
Example NVRA Implementation Plan – Converse Public Library
Example NVRA Implementation Plan – Hamilton Public Library
Example NVRA Implementation Plan – Taylor Public Library
Example NVRA Implementation Plan – Blanco County South Library District
Mesa County Libraries Board Bylaws – Colorado
Library Commission Board Bylaws – Austin, TX
San Marcos Public Library Board Bylaws – San Marcos, TX
Medina Community Library Board Bylaws – Medina County, TX
Display and Program Resources – Texas Library Association
Meeting Room(s) | Example Policies – WiseLearn Resources
Meeting Room Policy Template | Public Library Director Toolkit – North Dakota State Library
Meeting Room Use – Central Kansas Library System
Meeting Rooms and Public Spaces – Colorado Department of Education
WebJunction: Policies & Procedures – "...everything from computer to privacy policies."