Reconsideration of Materials

The Forsyth Public Library welcomes comments and suggestions regarding the appropriateness of materials contained in the library’s collections. All suggestions will be considered in the selection process.   

The library seeks to present a wide variety of materials to appeal to individual tastes, and in doing so may acquire library materials that do not support the beliefs and tastes of all persons.  Individuals who take issue with materials or who question the appropriateness of a particular title may wish to discuss the material with library staff.  In many cases alternate materials can be identified and offered.  If a patron’s concern is not satisfied through discussion with library staff, a formal written request for reconsideration of materials can be completed and submitted to the Head Librarian. Copies of this form are available at the circulation desk.  A written challenge does not guarantee that the material will be removed. 

The “Request for Reconsideration” form must be completed in full. The person submitting the form must be a Village of Forsyth  resident and hold a valid borrower’s card issued by Forsyth Public Library at the time of the challenge.  The Head Librarian will respond in writing within 30 days of receiving the completed form.  The response will indicate the action to be taken and the reasons for it.  An item will be evaluated for reconsideration only once in a twelve-month period. A copy of of the “Request for Reconsideration”  form is included in the collection development policy.