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Rules of Behavior
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Only four people at a table.
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Shoes and shirts are required at all times.
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Please remember to attend young children under the age of 7 at all
times.
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No pets allowed in the library except for assistance
animals.
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Roller skates or in-line skates can not be worn in the library.
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Please talk quietly - no yelling.
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Please do not run.
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Please do not litter.
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Eating, drinking and smoking are not permitted in the library.
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No loitering or soliciting permitted on library property.
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No disorderly or disruptive behavior permitted on library property.
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No harassment of library patrons or personnel is
permitted.
You
will be warned once after the first violation of any of these rules.
A second violation will result in the individual(s) involved being
required to leave the library grounds or other appropriate action.
Adopted
October 17, 1996 - Board of Trustees.
Lyons
School District Public Library.
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Fines
and Lost Items
Fines
are set by the Board of Trustees, based upon the Library Director's
recommendations.
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Audio-books,
books, compact discs and magazines
- 10˘ a day $4 maximum.
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Videos
and DVDs - $1.00 a day, up to a maximum of $4.00 per item
$1.00 an item if placed in book drop, 50 cents if video is
not rewound.
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If
an item is lost the patron is responsible for the replacement cost.
Policy
adopted 12/11/90
Revised
12/17/91, 7/25/2000
Board
of Trustees,
Lyons
School District Public Library
Electronic Resources Policy
Lyons Public Library Acceptable Use/
Electronic Resources Policy
In keeping with the Lyons Public Library's mission
to provide materials and services in a variety of formats to meet
patrons' needs, the library has several public access computers for use. These computers are
available for Internet use, word processing, improving literacy skills,
and educational games.
It is the policy of the library to: (a) prevent
user access over its computer network to, or transmission of,
inappropriate material via Internet, electronic mail, or other forms of
direct electronic communications; (b) prevent unauthorized access and
other unlawful online activity; and (c) prevent unauthorized online
disclosure, use or dissemination of personal information of minors.
To the extent practical, steps shall be taken to
promote the safety and security of users of the Library’s online
computer network. To
the extent possible, library staff will supervise and monitor usage of
the online computer network and access to the Internet in accordance
with this policy. All Internet access on LakeNet computers will be
filtered. Internet access on Road Runner computers is not filtered.
Procedures for the disabling or otherwise modifying any technology
protection measures shall be the responsibility of the Library Director
and her designated representative. The library’s Internet connection may be used only for lawful
purposes. Transmission of
any material in violation of any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited.
The computers are available
whenever the library is open. Patrons
under the age of 18 must have the written permission of a parent or
guardian in order to use any of the library's computers. All
users must have a valid Lyons Public Library card in order to use the
computers. You must present
your library card to staff to scan and then sign the computer log at the
front desk. There are no exceptions! If you have fines on your card, you
may be asked to pay them before being able to use the library's
computers
Software
must be obtained from the desk with your Lyons Public Library card. Both your card and the software must be scanned. The software may only be used in the library!
Patrons can reserve a computer
(24 hours in advance) for a 1-hour block of time per week. When not reserved, the computers are available on a walk in
basis. If no one is
waiting, a patron may continue to use a computer for 1 more hour. No
more than 2 people are allowed at a computer.
Patrons may not save anything
on the hard drives of the computers. This includes downloading off the
Internet. People are
encouraged to bring their own floppy disks or they may buy one at the
library for $1. Patrons are not not allowed to install software or
hardware nor make changes to the configuration of any computer. Printing costs are 10 cents a page. Patrons are responsible for all printing costs. Any damage to a
computer or its peripheral devices is the responsibility of the user. Abuse of equipment or services will result in the user being
denied further access to the computers and services.
The Library Staff is trained to
provide limited instruction. They
will assist you as their time allows.
The Internet is a global
electronic network and therefore, the library cannot control the
quality, accuracy, currency or content of information obtained through
an Internet site or software program. Parents or guardians must assume the responsibility for their
children’s use of the Internet and are strongly advised to accompany
children. Some sites on the Internet are inappropriate for children and
may contain messages, materials or graphics that may be offensive.
Since the computers are in view
of other people, users are not permitted to display any visual images
containing nudity, obscenity, or graphic violence. Chat rooms are not allowed either. Patrons will receive one warning regarding this rule; another
violation will result in permanent loss of Internet and/or computer
privileges at the library. Acceptability
of screen displays will be left to the discretion of the supervising
library staff.
Any
criminal activities will be reported immediately to the proper police
authorities.
The
Lyons Public Library reserves the right to revise this policy at any
time.
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BORROWERS
POLICY
A
Lyons Public Library card is required for all borrowers in order to be
consistent with the circulation system used by the library. Therefore,
library cards from other libraries can no longer be used here.
To get a
Lyons Public Library card you must fill out a registration card.
Children must be at least 4 years old in order to receive a library
card. Children under 14 years old need a parent's signature on the
registration. Those ages 14 - 17 do not. People ages 18 and older must
provide proof of current address.
We will accept the following items as proof of
current address:
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Driver's
License.
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Non-Driver's
License.
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Utility
Bills, Credit Card Bills, etc.
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Bank
Statements.
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Any
other i.d. that shows current address.
If proof of current
address is shown, the card may be picked up at the library within one
week. If unable to provide proof of address, the card will be mailed.
You must have your
Lyons Public Library card with you in order to borrow any materials.
There are no exceptions.
No one else may use your library card.
Registered patrons agree
to comply with the library's rules and regulations; are responsible
for all materials borrowed on their card and agree to pay all fines,
damages to library materials and the replacement cost of lost items.
Patrons also agree to give immediate notice of any change of address.
Parents are responsible for the payment of charge and fines incurred by
their children.
Lost or damaged cards will
be replaced for $5.00.
The Lyons Public Library
does not set restrictions on the number of items a patron may borrow,
with the exception being videos. However, if a patron has outstanding
fines or overdues, no materials can be taken out until the patron's
record is cleared.
There is no limit on the
number of audiobooks, books, cassettes, compact discs, and periodicals
that a patron may check out. However, only three videos or DVDs may be
checked out at a time.
The Library Director may
place a limit on the number of items borrowed by an individual based on
demand by others for the type of material, or other circumstances.
Adopted
2/24/1998
Board
of Trustees
Lyons
School District Public Library
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Public
Fax Policy
On May 1, 1992 the Board of Trustees of
the Lyons Public Library authorized the use of the library's fax for the
public.
Fax number – (315) 946-3320
Cost of sending fax - $1.00 first page,
$1.00 each additional page, no charge for cover page unless cover page
is the fax.
Cost of receiving fax - $1.00 per page.
Will only send fax during library's
regular hours. Fax may be received day or night.
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