Check-Out Policies
Conference Room Policy and Rules
Exam Proctoring Policy
Internet Policy
Check-Out Policies All library materials are checked out for two weeks and are renewable a maximum of three times, with these exceptions: - Books
- Audiobooks
- Magazines
- Music CDs
- Vertical file materials
| checked out for two weeks and may be renewed if no one is waiting | | | | | | checked out for one week
and may be renewed three times; a maximum of 5 DVDs may be checked
out on a card at any time | | | may be used in the library only | All library materials with the exception of Reference shall be available for reservations. An item placed on reserve may not be renewed until all reservations are filled.
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Meeting Room Policy The Burlington Public Library has meeting rooms available, at no charge, for use by non-profit community groups for informational, educational, or cultural meetings and programs when not needed for Library or City purposes. Go to Room Reservation page
Use of a library meeting room does not imply endorsement by the library staff or Trustees of the goals or ideas of the sponsoring group holding the meeting or the viewpoints presented.
In general, the Board adopts Article 6 of the Library Bill of Rights that states:
"Libraries which make exhibit space and meeting rooms available to the public they serve should make such facilities available on an equitable basis, regardless of the beliefs or affiliations of individuals or groups requesting their use."
The Library Board encourages the use of the library meeting rooms by nonprofit community groups and government agencies as long as this use does not interfere with the normal functions of the library. All meetings shall be open to the public. No admission fee may be charged. No materials, goods or services shall be sold for private profit or gain, with the exception of Library, Friends of the Library or Library Foundation sponsored programs.
The Library reserves the right to deny applications for use based on the availability of space, the requested frequency of use, and/or the potential for disruption of library service.
Adopted: November 4, 2003
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Meeting Room Rules
The library meeting rooms are only to be used during library open hours. Groups must vacate the room at least ten minutes before the building is closed.
The meeting room must be restored to its original clean condition. Users agree to accept financial responsibility for all damages caused to the building, furnishings and/or equipment beyond normal wear. Users must not open cabinets nor disturb any materials within them.
Reservations for the use of a meeting room shall be on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations shall be made in advance of the planned meeting or event using the Meeting Room Application form (available at the Library). Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of the event. On occasion, Library needs take precedence over a previously scheduled meeting, in which case the scheduling group will be notified as far in advance as possible.
The person signing the Meeting Room Application form must be an adult over 18 years of age. This person is considered the responsible party for any damages caused while their group is using the meeting room.
Groups may not state or imply that the Library sponsors or endorses their organization, the meeting, or the viewpoints presented at the meeting.
Children must be supervised at all times. The Library is not responsible for children left unattended in the Library while their parent or guardian is in a meeting in a Library Meeting Room.
Unlawful activity shall not be permitted in any library Meeting Room and such activity shall be a basis to deny future use of the room by groups or individuals violating this policy.
Meetings may be terminated if they are disruptive to library services.
Users are requested to bring their own easels, equipment, and other materials.
Smoking and/or the use of alcohol is not allowed in the Burlington Public Library (and is therefore not permitted in the library's meeting rooms).
Storage of materials before or after the meeting is prohibited. The library is not responsible for articles left on the premises after a meeting.
Adopted: November 4, 2003
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Exam Proctoring Policy Distance Learning and Correspondence Courses are increasingly popular methods of obtaining advanced education, and are often the only way citizens can complete specialized programs of study locally and in a cost-effective manner. The Burlington Public Library agrees to cooperate with institutions of higher learning in providing exam proctoring services as a courtesy to area residents to support their lifelong learning goals. This service is subject to the availability of authorized staff.
Arrangements should be made with a library staff member at least one week in advance. Examinations should be taken during library operating hours. It may be possible to schedule a test before 11:00 a.m., at the discretion of the staff member who will serve as proctor.
All test taking requirements must be received from the issuing educational institution before any tests are taken. Students must bring photo identification to present to the proctor at test time.
If completed examinations and accompanying materials need to be faxed by the Library, a fax processing fee of $5 for up to 10 pages, 50 cents for each additional page, will be charged. If materials need to be mailed by the Library, the student will be responsible for the cost of adequate postage.
The Burlington Public Library does not charge fees for the staff time required to proctor examinations, but greatly appreciates donations in support of the Library's collections and services.
Adopted: November 4, 2003
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Materials Selection Policy
Internet Policy The Burlington Public Library is committed to providing access to materials and services that meet the recreational, educational, informational and cultural needs of all members of our community. The library makes information available in many different formats. The delivery of information and ideas embraces electronic technology, which incorporates speed of delivery and the timeliness of information. Electronic technology enlarges and enhances the library collection of materials by allowing our clientele access to worldwide information and ideas.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE - Burlington Public Library cardholders must present their card at the time they plan to use an Internet workstation. The card must have no blocks or fines over $1.00. Visitors must present photo identification to use an Internet workstation.
- Prospective users must sign an Internet Users Agreement.
- A parent or guardian must sign an Internet Users Agreement permitting their child access to the Internet if their child is under the age of eighteen.
- The Internet Workstations are located close to the Library checkout desk where they can be monitored by staff for assistance and security. Only one person may use an Internet Workstation at a time.
- The Internet Workstations will be available for 60-minute periods of usage. A maximum of one use is allowed per day. Reservations will not be taken.
- The Library is not responsible for damage to user's disk or computer, loss of data, damage, or liability that may occur from a client's use of the Library computer.
- Library staff cannot provide in-depth training on the computers. They will give assistance as other duties will allow.
- Any failure to use the Internet Service responsibly will result in revocation of Internet privileges and will result in charges for any damages done to equipment or software. All users are responsible for respecting all international, national, state and local copyright laws and honoring software-licensing agreements.
Adopted: August 5, 2003
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Internet Users Agreement I recognize that the use of the Internet through the Burlington Public Library is a privilege. I agree to abide by the following rules regulating use of the Internet, and understand that failure to observe them or failure to observe other library policies may result in a suspension of my use of the library's Internet workstation. - I will not engage in any activity which:
- seeks to gain unauthorized access to the resources of the library or Internet databases.
- disrupts the intended use of the Internet.
- wastes any resources through such actions.
- violates, compromises, or destroys the integrity of any library computer-based information.
- compromises the privacy of any user.
- is illegal.
- is inappropriate for a public library setting.
- I will not use this service for unlawful purposes. I understand that transmission of any material in violation of any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or any other protected material.
- I agree to hold harmless the Burlington Public Library for any and all claims of any nature arising from my use or inability to use this service.
- Knowing that the Internet is currently an unregulated resource, I understand I use information obtained via this service at my own risk and that the library cannot be held responsible for the accuracy, validity or appropriateness of material obtained through the Internet.
- I will observe all copyright laws that might apply to files, software, or other resources on the Internet.
- I will observe posted rules governing the use of the library's Internet hardware and software.
- I will take proper care of all equipment, and will report any problem with the hardware or software immediately to library staff.
Signature____________________________Date___________
Name (please print)________________________________________
As a parent/guardian of the above minor, I recognize that the Internet is unregulated. I agree to instruct my child in standards acceptable for use. If there are areas of materials I do not wish my child to access, I will outline those areas for my child and hold him/her responsible for upholding the standards I set. I will not expect the Library staff to supervise, limit, censor, or regulate my child beyond the scope of the rules listed above. I will be responsible for any hardware or software damage caused by my child in the course of using the Library's equipment.
Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________________Date__________
Parent/Guardian Name (please print)________________________________________
Adopted: August 5, 2003
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