Library Information
Policy on Posters
Revised and Adopted by the Rochester Public Library Board, 11/19/2008
INTRODUCTION
The use, by individuals and organizations, of the library's posting space in the library's lobby is not a right, but a privilege which is subject to review by the Board of Trustees.
PRIORITY FOR POSTING
Generally poster space is assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. However due to space constraints some preferences may be made based on the following conditions:
- Preference will be given to posters for single events rather than multiple events.
- Preference will be given to posters that are 8-1/2 by 11 inches.
PROCEDURES FOR POSTING
Posters should be left at the main floor public service desk or brought to the library administration office. Posters should be brought in at least two days prior to the posting date. Items usually are not posted more than two weeks before an event. The library does not guarantee that every poster will be posted.
Items may be posted only by the Library Director's designee, who checks to make sure that the material meets the library's standards, and when in doubt consults with the Library Director.
Posters will not be returned.
The library assumes no responsibility for the preservation, protection, or possible damage or theft of any item posted. Posters that have been defaced are removed by office staff.
The library may limit the period of time any poster may remain on display.
Pamphlets should be used to advertise ongoing programs that are not date specific, however the library reserves the right to provide space on a long-term basis for announcements which give specific help to visitors or residents on a continuing basis, such as bus schedules, crisis services, etc.
APPEARANCE OF POSTERS
Posters should be concisely informative and have a "professional" appearance. They should not exceed 18" in height, with an 8-1/2 by 11 size preferred due to space limitations.
No box, receptacle, or canister may be part of any posting.
CONTENT AND PURPOSE OF POSTERS
Posters must concern educational and cultural activities, events, and services available in the library's service area.
Postings about events for which a charge is made must indicate that charge on the poster.
The sponsoring agency must be identified on the poster and an address, email, or telephone number given.
UNACCEPTABLE POSTERS
Posters will not be accepted which promote a particular religious, political, social, or other point of view (except insofar as they are limited to informing of a particular public meeting or service).
Posters will not be accepted which advocate the election or defeat of a candidate for public office, or which advocate an affirmative or negative vote for or against any proposition, whether political or otherwise.
Posters will not be accepted which advocate or solicit consideration of any product.
last updated: 12/15/08