Request for Reconsideration Form

All Requests for Reconsideration are received by the BPL’s Chief of Collection Management and Collection Development Manager. Submissions will be reviewed in accordance with the BPL’s Collection Development Policy and the principles in the ALA’s  Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read, and Freedom to View statements.

During the review process, the title in question will not be removed from the library collection.

A written response explaining the decision to remove or retain the title in question will be provided to the requestor; a copy of the written response will be shared with the President of the Library for informational purposes. Submissions from residents outside of Massachusetts and anonymous submissions will not be reviewed.

Request for Reconsideration

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Address*

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Would you like a written response?*

Yes

Do you prefer US Mail or email?*

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Title*

Author/Creator*

Publisher/Distributor

Type of material (book, video, etc.)*

Have you read the Boston Public Library’s Collection Development Policy?*

The Collection Development Policy can be found at: https://www.bpl.org/about-the-bpl/official-policies/

Yes

Did you read/watch the entire title? If not, which parts did you review?*

What in the title do you object to? Please be specific and cite pages where appropriate.*

What brought this title to your attention?*

Are there titles(s) you suggest that would provide additional information and/or other viewpoints on this topic?*

What action are you requesting the Library consider with this title?*

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