Rules of Conduct Policy

Rules of Conduct While Using the James Prendergast Library:

Please:

• • Remain only in areas of the library that are open to serve the public.
  • Follow the rules for library computer use as outlined in the Internet Use Agreement.
  • Wear shoes and shirts.
  • Keep food and beverages in designated areas.

Please do not:

• • Use personal electronic equipment, or talk, either on the phone or in person, in a volume that causes a significant disturbance to others.
  • For the adult computer lab, no more than one person at a computer terminal at a time.
  • Block entrances, exits, aisles or any other space designed for customers to access the library’s collections or services.
  • Run, push, jump or climb.
  • Loiter or congregate in entrances, walkways, restrooms, or outdoor spaces not intended for public use.
  • Leave children under age 8 unattended. The library is not responsible for unattended children. Children under age 8 must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult, at all times, in all areas of the library and on its grounds.
  • Use bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, or other sports equipment in the building or on library grounds.
  • Damage library equipment and materials.
  • Move library furniture without permission from staff.
  • Leave children under age 8 unattended. The library is not responsible for unattended children. Children under age 8 must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult, at all times, in all areas of the library and on its grounds.
  • Enter or loiter for any period of time near areas designated for children unless accompanied by a child or specifically utilizing children’s materials.
  • Bring pets inside the library (with the exception of service animals), except as allowed by library-approved events.
  • Smoke or use alcohol on library property. Smoking is defined as: “The combustion of any cigar, cigarette, tobacco or any similar article or any other combustible substance in any manner or in any form or the heating or ignition of an e-cigarette which creates a vapor.”
  • Act in ways that disrespect or threaten other library users or library staff.
  • Solicit, petition or distribute material inside or outside of the library that has not been approved by the library.
  • Sleep in the library or on library property.
  • Commit or attempt to commit any action that is a violation of federal, state or local laws.