Thank you to everyone who responded and pointed me to page two of this document on Library of Michigan's website. http://www.michigan.gov/documents/hal/lm_trustees_CommonMisperceptionsPrivac... Gretchen Evans, Director Bridgman Public Library 4460 Lake Street Bridgman, MI 49106 (269) 465-3663 On Mon, Feb 9, 2015 at 9:20 PM, BPL <benzonialibrary@gmail.com> wrote:

Gretchen, I do not know the answer to this but would appreciate it if you would share some of the responses you receive. This is a question we have been knocking around a lot lately.

Amanda McLaren Library Director Benzonia Public Library

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On Feb 9, 2015, at 2:41 PM, Gretchen Evans <gretchenaevans@gmail.com> wrote:

Is it legal for our library to use patron data to send a newsletter, fundraising letter or any kind of communication other than an overdue? We don't request permission on our library application.

I've read through the Michigan Library Laws Handbook, but I'm still unsure.

Thank you for your help.

Gretchen Evans, Director Bridgman Public Library 4460 Lake Street Bridgman, MI 49106 (269) 465-3663

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