Patron Rules of Conduct
It is the policy of the Board of Trustees that patrons of the Colfax Public Library have the right to use Library materials and services without being unduly disturbed or impeded by other library users, and that patrons and staff have the right to a secure and congenial environment.
RULES
- Any behavior that disrupts or hinders public 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, and fighting.
- Seating at Library tables, and chairs is limited to the number of persons for whom the furniture was designed.
- Smoking or chewing tobacco is not permitted in the Library.
- Bicycles are not permitted in any Library public area or entryway. Roller skating and skateboarding are not permitted in the Library. Wagons and strollers may not be left obstructing a corridor, hallway, aisle, entry or exit.
- Latex balloons are not permitted in the library at any time, because of their potential to cause severe allergic reactions in some people.
- Selling products or services, or soliciting donations, is not permitted in the Library, except as part of a Library-sponsored program, or at the discretion of the Library Board.
- Taking surveys, circulating petitions, distributing leaflets, and other similar activities are permitted in the Library only when authorized by the Library Administration.
- Animals, except those used to aid persons with disabilities, are not permitted in the Library, except as part of a Library-sponsored program. Animals may not be left unattended on Library property.
- Parents or other legal guardians are responsible for the behavior of their minor children in the Library.
- The violation of federal or state laws or local ordinances will not be permitted on Library property. Theft, vandalism, and mutilation of library property are criminal offenses and may be prosecuted. The Library reserves the right to inspect all bags, briefcases, backpacks, and other such items when the staff has reason to believe this rule has been violated. The Library is not responsible for personal belongings left unattended.
- Consumption of alcoholic beverages is not permitted on Library property, except as part of a Library-sponsored program authorized by the Library Administration.
- Failure to comply with these rules may result in the loss of Library use privileges.
Young Children:
The Colfax Public Library encourages visits by young children and it is our desire to make this important visit both memorable and enjoyable for the child. Library staff is not expected to assume responsibility for the care of unsupervised children in the library.
Therefore, it is library policy that all children under age six must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the library. Also, if the young child is attending a library program, we require the parent/guardian to remain in the library throughout the program.
Disruptive Children:
Children of all ages are encouraged to use the library for homework, recreational reading, and program attendance. The library staff realizes that the library will be noisier at busy times and that children by nature can cause more commotion. However, children (whether with parents or not) who are being continually disruptive will be given a warning that they must settle down or they will be asked to leave the library. If after a second warning the child continues to be disruptive, he/she will be asked to leave the library. If the child needs to contact a parent, he/she may do so and then wait with a staff person until the parent arrives.