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Explore CALS

  • Central Arkansas Library System
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  • Roberts Library
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Events
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Upcoming Events
DJ with turntables and Midday Mix event logo

Midday Mix: 501 Day Edition

Fri, May 1 @ 12PM

Main Library | Rooftop Terrace

Walter Pryor and book cover for This Leaves Me Okay

Legacies & Lunch presents Walter Pryor: This Leaves Me Okay

Wed, May 6 @ 12PM

Main Library | Fred Darragh Center

Richard Kreitner and book cover for Fear No Pharaoh

CALS Speaker Series presents Richard Kreitner

Thu, May 14 @ 6PM

Ron Robinson Theater

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Mobile Printing Tech Help DIY Memory Lab Podcasting Rooms Production Studio
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Policies & Governance

These documents describe the policies that govern the Central Arkansas Library System. Each policy has been approved by the Board of Trustees.

  • Governing Documents

    Articles of Incorporation
    Bylaws
    Agreement for Joint Cooperative Action

    General Administration

    Drug-Free Workplace
    Tobacco-Free Workplace
    Code of Ethics
    Non-Discrimination Statement
    Statement on Sustainability

    Personnel

    Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action
    Employee Conference & Travel Reimbursement
    Membership in Civic Clubs
    Membership in Neighborhood Associations
    Employee Sick Leave Pool
    Alice Gray Memorial Fund
    Minimum Appearance Standards
    Employee Benefits for CALS Retirees
    Competitive Wage Policy
    Paid Time Off

    Collection Development

    Selection of Library Materials
    Reconsideration of Library Materials
    Art Collection Use, Development, and Management

    Information Technology

    Internet Use Disclaimer and Public Computer Use

  • Fiscal Management

    Gifts & Memorials
    Budget Control
    Bank Bid Process
    Purchasing
    Endowment Fund Management
    Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance Policy
    Professional Services Policy
    Authorization for Ancillary Fees, Charges & Fines
    Minimum Reserve Fund

    Public Service

    Rules of Conduct
    Safe Child Procedure
    Circulation & Fees
    Exhibits & Public Bulletin Boards
    Meeting Facilities
    Placement of Free Publications
    Hours of Access for CALS Services
    Videography & Photography
    Security Cameras

    Facilities Management

    Naming of CALS Facilities
    Inspection of CALS Facilities

    Other Policies and Procedures

    Library Card Basics
    Social Media Guidelines
    Laptop Computer Checkout Policy

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