Library Board of Trustees Agenda and Packet 2023 09 14

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Programming Policy Draft Programming at the Louisville Public Library is designed to support the library's mission of being a welcoming place for the community to connect, discover, and grow. Library staff who plan programs are guided by the library's mission and strategic plan. Programs at the Louisville Public Library serve many functions in the community: • Introduce patrons and non -users to Library and community resources • Provide opportunities for learning and entertainment • Expand the visibility of the Library within the community • Support the City of Louisville's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion • Highlight collections Program Selection Programs are selected and planned by designated Library staff, using the following criteria: • Support of the Library and the City's mission and strategic plan • Community needs and interests • Historical, educational, or artistic significance • Relation to Library collections, resources, and exhibits • Connection to other community or national programs, exhibitions, or events • Promotion of diversity and inclusivity in our community • Representation of traditionally marginalized voices • Presentation quality • Presenter background/qualifications in content area • Availability elsewhere • Cost and budget considerations The choice to attend a Library program is an individual matter. All patrons may choose to not attend programs that they disagree with, but they may not restrict the free choice of others to attend programs. Library programs will not exclude topics solely because they may be considered controversial. Programs in the Library do not constitute an endorsement of the views expressed by the Library or City of Louisville. Unsolicited offers from individuals or organizations to present programs will be evaluated by the same standards used by Library staff when planning Library programming.