Statements & Policies

Vision Statement          
The George H. & Ella M. Rodgers Memorial Library is dedicated to fostering community-wide lifelong learning experiences in a welcoming and trusted environment by providing unrestricted access to available information, cultural events and other diversified interests and needs.

Mission Statement               
The mission of the George H. & Ella M. Rodgers Memorial Library is to promote literacies to the residents of Hudson, NH through providing enhanced opportunities for social, cultural and intellectual growth.

Inclusivity Statement               
The George H. & Ella M. Rodgers Memorial Library believes everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Library Policies Table of Contents 

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  1. Development of Library Policies
  2. Unscheduled Library Closures
  3. Patron Confidentiality
  4. Patron Conduct
  5. Unattended Child Policy
  6. Library Card Eligibility
  7. Collection Development & Maintenance
  8. Circulation of Library Materials
  9. Inter-Library Loan
  10. Reconsideration of Material
  11. Library Programs
  12. Technology Related Services
  13. Reference Services
  14. Pandemic Policy
  15. 3D Printer Policy
  16. Social Media
  17. Community Room Use
  18. Study Room
  19. Bulletin Board and Literature Rack
  20. Exhibits & Displays
  21. Volunteers
  22. Gifts and Donations
  23. Public Input
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  1. Appendix A-0 Facility Preparation
  2. Appendix A-1 Phase 1 Reopening 2020
  3. Appendix A-2 Phase 2 Reopening 2020
  4. Appendix A-3 Phase 3 Reopening 2020
  5. Appendix A-4 Phase 4 Reopening 2020
  6. Appendix B - Copyright Law
  7. Appendix B - Current Freedom to Read
  8. Appendix B - Current Freedom to View
  9. Appendix B - Current Library Bill of Rights
  10. Appendix B - First Amendment
  11. Appendix B - Intellectual Freedom Statement