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== Deletion Procedures  ==
== Deletion Procedures  ==


*Moderators are not required to delete pages. If the moderator does not feel comfortable deleting a page, a sysop or administrator may be asked to assist.  
*The capability to delete pages requires the Administrator role.
*To delete a page, a moderator makes sure that the deletion flag has been left on the page for five days to allow other users to dispute the deletion (except in cases of immediate deletion). Controversial pages can be proposed or flagged for deletion. Once proposed, if not contested within 5 days, an administrator or moderator may delete them.
*Controversial pages should be proposed or flagged for deletion. Once proposed, if not contested within 5 days, an administrator may delete the page.
*The moderator should read the discussion page prior to deleting a page to review users comments and determine if the page is truly worthy of deletion. If the page deletion is being contested the moderator may choose to wait until adequate discussion has been made before deleting the page. Moderators should consider all comments and arguements regarding the proposed deletion.  
*The deletion flag should be left on the page for five days to allow other users to dispute the deletion (except in cases of immediate deletion). 
*To delete the page, click on the "Delete" page action located in page actions box above the navigation bar (the same box containing the "Edit" page action.  
*Prior to deleting a page, the Administrator should read the discussion page to review user's comments and determine if the page is truly worthy of deletion.  
*Select a reason for deletion, and include additional details about the deletion as needed, and then click "Delete Page." The page will no longer be visible to users.
*If the page deletion is being contested the Administrator may choose to wait until adequate discussion has taken place before deleting the page. Administrators should consider all comments and arguements regarding the proposed deletion.  
*NOTE: Deletion should be done with caution. If a page is mistakenly deleted, contact a Sysop or administrator for assistance.
*To delete the page, click the "Delete" page action.  
*Select a reason for deletion, and include additional details about the deletion as needed
*Finalize by clicking the "Delete Page" link.
*The page will no longer be visible to users.
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