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Brookings council hears first reading of library reconsideration policy to meet state law

5448136 · July 22, 2025
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Council heard a first reading of Ordinance 25-024 to formalize a citizen request-for-reconsideration process for library materials, aligning the library’s policy with state law 22 24 20 56; council members asked about timelines, public hearing procedures and potential legal exposure if an appeal reaches court.

The Brookings City Council heard the first reading of Ordinance 25-024, which establishes a citizen request-for-reconsideration and appeal process for library materials to bring the library’s procedure into compliance with state law 22 24 20 56.

Isha Gustafson, the library director, told council the library has had a reconsideration process for many years and that…

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