BARTLETT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
EXPECTATION OF LIBRARY USERS POLICY

• Treat people and property in a respectful manner.
• Children under 8 years of age must be supervised by a caregiver age 16 or older.
• Adults unaccompanied by children are asked to remain in the Adult Services area of the Library unless they are actively using the materials or services in the Youth Services area.
• Talk in moderate tones.
• Monitor your personal belongings. The Library is not responsible for items left unattended.
• Silence your devices.
• Do not enter the Library under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Do not enter the Library with drugs or alcohol in your possession.
• Firearms and/or weapons are not permitted on Library premises.
• Smoke only in the designated areas outside of the building. Smoking is not allowed within 40 feet of any Library entrance.
• Park bicycles in the bike racks.
• Food must be kept in the café, lobby and courtyards. Light snacks and drinks are allowed in the library but not near the computers or copiers.
• Library patrons are responsible for any damage or loss of any library-owned materials.

Expectations of Library Users Policy
Adopted 11/15/04
Revised 02/12/2024