New and renovated libraries face the challenge of deciding on how to best utilize their library meeting room. For a library that has never had a community meeting space before, the issues can seem very complex and daunting. You will need a comprehensive policy in place to help you make the best use of this valuable library resource.

1. Your board will need to decide what the policy is going to be concerning profit vs. non-profit use of the meeting room. Likewise for religious groups, civic groups, government, and clubs. Likewise for weddings, anniversaries or private parties. There is nothing inherently preventing any or all of these kinds of uses. However, the board will need to clarify its position explicitly.