Archive for Policies
CWMARS increases hold limit for patrons
The CWMARS Executive Committee has approved an increase in the number off holds a patron may request on an active library card. The new limit of twenty (20) items went into effect on Monday, December 19, 2011. To make room for the anticipated increase in books being held, we are asking that children’s holds and [...]
Massachusetts libraries plan migration to Evergreen with Survey
In the coming months, Massachusetts libraries will be introducing new open source library software called “Evergreen.” This new system will save thousands of dollars and is capable of handling the circulation, cataloging, and acquisitions operations of all the libraries in the state. You will see changes in the appearance of the card catalog and librarians [...]
SNOW CLOSING
Due to the current weather conditions, the Milne Library will be closed all day Monday, December 27. We encourage all patrons to stay safely at home and not to worry about fines accruing on items that may be due today. In cases like this, staff “back dates” all incoming materials. But you can still use [...]
Trustees approve new “Parking Lot ” policy
The David and Joyce Milne Public Library welcomes everyone who is using the Library, the House of Local History, enjoying the library grounds or attending a program to use the parking lot. Non-library uses will be allowed during daylight hours only when the library is closed. To maintain safety: 1. Park within the lined spaces; [...]
Banned Books Week — September 25 to October 1
This year marks the 29th anniversary of the American Library Association’s annual celebration of intellectual freedom by celebrating books that have drawn unwanted attention for their content. For an interesting list of “bad” books click here. While we do admire the urge to protect children or sensitive adults from “harmful” material, the bottom line is [...]
Choose Privacy Week
The American Library Association is launching the first ever “Privacy Week” to draw attention to the myriad ways in which we give up our personal information in the new on-line environment. This short video presentation will explain more about the initiative. Choose Privacy Week Video from 20K Films on Vimeo. To learn more, visit the [...]
Exhibition Policy
Regulations A written proposal for an exhibition, accompanied by this completed application form, must be submitted to the Library Director for consideration. The proposal must state clearly the theme of the exhibit, its content, the design of the display including physical dimensions, and how the display can be placed specifically in the space available. Arrangements [...]
Internet Policy
The Milne Public Library provides access to the Internet in keeping with its role as a source of information, intellectual development, and enrichment to the community. The library does not monitor and has no control over the information accessed and cannot be held responsible for the content or quality of the information retrieved on the [...]
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy The David & Joyce Milne Public Library specifically recognizes that library records and patron information are confidential. Library records are defined as a record in any form that is maintained by the Library and that contains any of the following types of information: · Information an individual is required to provide in order to [...]
Circulation Policy
Circulation Periods – Books, Audio books, Musical cassettes and CD’s CD-ROM’s– 3 Weeks -Videos, DVD’s, magazines – 7 day Fines – Video – $1.00 per day -All other materials – $.10 per day with a $5.00 limit per ITEM -Patrons with $5.00 in fines will have a red tab on their fine record – Patrons [...]
Behavior Policy
Behavior Policy Library Behavior Policy The David and Joyce Milne Public Library welcomes everyone who wishes to participate in its cultural, recreational, and learning activities. To maintain an enjoyable and positive atmosphere in which the safety and rights of the library’s patrons, staff, and property are respected, we ask all library users to adhere to [...]
Meeting Room Policies
The procedure for obtaining use of a meeting room in the David & Joyce Milne Public Library is: Telephone or visit the library to determine meeting room availability on the desired date from the Library Director or designee; make preliminary reservation. Review meeting room policies. Fill out the request form and submit in advance of meeting [...]