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--- gifts:procedures_for_unsolicited_unplanned_gifts [2016/11/03 15:47] – tweaked instructions a bit kdion
+++ gifts:procedures_for_unsolicited_unplanned_gifts [2017/08/02 14:58] (current) – skrash
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 **__Receiving gifts__**
+We generally do not accept damaged materials as gifts.
 When a monographic gift item is first unpacked, keep any inserts/letters about the gift with the item and insert a Gift Routing Slip (see Susan Pease to obtain). Either give the item to Susan, or follow this procedure:
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 **__Gifts in poor condition__**
-Some volumes come to us in delicate or poor condition. If it has been chosen to be kept by a Selector, consult with Lorraine James on the proper way to preserve it for the stacks before cataloging.   If the book has not been specifically marked for our collection and is in a poor condition, set aside for further condition on the Questionable Additions shelf as above.
+Some volumes come to us in delicate or poor condition. We do not accept damaged materials as gifts as we cannot afford to remediate or bind damaged gifts.