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Library Policies

Patron Responsibilities & Conduct

The Town Hall Library has an obligation to its patrons to maintain an atmosphere conducive to reading, study, research, and the pursuit of life-long learning opportunities. Library patrons are expected to use the library, including its facilities, grounds, resources and materials, in a responsible, appropriate, and courteous manner. It is a patron’s responsibility to maintain necessary and proper standards of behavior in order to protect the rights and privileges of other patrons. If a patron creates a public nuisance, the patron may be restricted from the library and from the use of the library facilities. Those who are unwilling to leave or do not leave within a reasonable amount of time after being instructed to do so by the staff will be subject to the law. Failure to comply with this policy may result in the loss of library use privileges.

10 Simple Rules of the Town Hall Library

 1. All borrowers must own a Bridges Library System card. Patrons must bring the card to the library for using computers and borrowing materials. Borrowers may receive one replacement card at no cost; a $1 charge for replacements thereafter.
  2. Children 5th grade and under must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or caregiver.
  3. Borrowers MUST return library items on time.*
  4. Lost and damaged materials will be billed to the borrower at replacement cost. No replacement items are accepted/no refunds. (Borrower may keep the item for which they have paid.)
  5. Disruptive and inappropriate behavior is not allowed in the Library.
  6. Shoes and shirts must be worn at all times.
  7. Smoking, vaping, the use of chewing tobacco or alcoholic beverages is prohibited in the Town Hall Library.
  8. Animals are not permitted except those used to aid persons with disabilities or as part of our programming.
  9. Food and beverages with covers allowed only at tables and seating areas, not near library materials or at the public computers.
 10. Public computers available for use by library card holders in good standing. Computer use is available in 30-minute increments and limited to 120 minutes per day. A parent or guardian must co-sign the Internet Use Agreement for anyone under the age of 14 years of age. Staff is available to give general assistance only.

*(DVD/Bluray = 1 week; all other library items = 3 weeks; 2 renewals allowed, with some exceptions.)

Policy & Procedure Manual

Policy Manual 2023

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