This CODE OF CONDUCT is intended to encourage behavior which supports the library’s mission to provide the best possible resources in a warm, welcoming environment. Behavior becomes unacceptable when it interferes on the rights of others, causes damage to buildings or equipment or causes injury to oneself or others. Those willing to modify unacceptable behavior are always welcome to stay. Those unable to comply, however, will be asked to leave. If necessary, the authorities will be called.

• Abandonment / leaving young children unattended

• Abuse / vandalism or library materials, equipment or property

• Bathing, shaving, washing clothes or other misuse of restrooms

• Bringing animals into the library (ex. service animals for the disabled)

• Disruptive use of radios, televisions, beepers, cellular phones or other electronic products

• Distribution or posting of printed materials not approved by library administration

• Eating and / or drinking

• Illegal activity of any sort

• Inappropriate use of computers, such as: damaging or altering computer equipment or software; downloading or installing any program on the hard drive of any computer; playing interactive games or using chat; sending, displaying or printing obscene material

• Loitering, including refusal to leave at closing

• Loud talking or crying

• Possessing, consuming or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs

• Selling or soliciting

• Skateboarding, roller-skating or any similar activity

• Sleeping

• Smoking or unrelated tobacco use

• Unruly / offensive behavior

• Verbal / physical abuse or sexual harassment of library users or staff

Parental Guidance: All library materials are freely available to all patrons, young and old. It is the responsibility of parents to insure that what their children select is consistent with the values of their family. The library staff is happy to help find any appropriate materials you may require.