4.3 Rules of Conduct for Library Users
Any behavior which is disruptive or which hinders the use of the library is prohibited on library property. This includes, but is not limited to; loud or boisterous behavior, verbal or physical harassment, drunkenness, running, fighting, and congregating in large groups;
Seating at library tables and chairs are limited to the numbers of persons for which the furniture was designed. Furniture must not be rearranged unless approved by library staff. Furniture must not be abused;
No person shall possess on the Library premises a firearm, knife, or any other weapon of any kind; unless authorized by law;
Sleeping in the libraries is not permitted;
Shoes and shirts must be worn in the libraries;
Selling products or services is not permitted in public areas
Soliciting donations are not permitted in public areas;
Parents are responsible for the behavior of their children while they are on library property.
A parent or other responsible caregiver (age 14 or older) must attend children under the age of 10 at all times while on the library property;
Violation of federal laws, state laws, or local ordinances will not be permitted on library property;
Theft, vandalism, and mutilation of library property are criminal offenses, which will be prosecuted. LDRL reserved the right to inspect all bags, purses, briefcases, backpacks, and other such items when staff members have reason to believe that this rule has been violated;
LDRL is not responsible for items that are left unattended;
Skateboards, roller blades or other sports equipment may not be used on library property;
Smoking and illegal drug use are not permitted in the libraries;
Listening to audio equipment is permitted if others cannot hear it;
Patrons are not permitted to use the libraries telephone except in the case of emergencies;
Any lewd or lascivious activity is prohibited.
Certified guide or service animals are the only animals permitted within the libraries; (See Appendix Q)
Rules apply on all library property;
If there is a behavior issue or rule violation, the patron will be asked for identification. Patrons may be asked to leave and parents of children may be notified. Depending upon the circumstance, the local police may be called;
Library users in violation of any of the above rules will be asked to cease the behavior. If the behavior does not change, he/she or the group will be asked to leave the library. If the person refuses to leave, the police will be called. The director may bar any offender from the library for up to 30 days at his/her discretion.
Posted online September 7th, 2021