What are good policies?

Library Policies – Sources

 

This short clip is excerpted from a longer webinar. Take the Legal Topics: Drafting, Enforcing, and Managing Operational Policies for more information.

Library policies originate from many areas to serve specific purposes. 

  • Statute, regulation or judicial opinion;
  • Established library practice;
  • Recommendation from local government or insurance carrier;
  • Board and community philosophy; and
  • Financial management or auditing requirements.