POLICIES
The Board of Trustees sets policy, and manages and controls the property for the Rye Free Reading Room, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3).
ART EXHIBITION POLICY - setting up a gallery show
CARDHOLDER AND REGISTRATION POLICIES - getting a library card, length of check out, renewals, fines, and fees
CHILDREN'S ROOM POLICY - ensuring young Rye residents have a safe space to read and thrive
CODE OF CONDUCT - providing a safe, pleasant atmosphere for all who use the library
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT POLICY - what gets added to the library shelves, and how it is maintained
DISCOVERY ZONE POLICY - using our active learning space
DISPLAY AND DISTRIBUTION SPACE POLICY - how the library supports community information
GIFT POLICY - information on different types of donations to support the library
INTERNET USE POLICY - information on how the Internet is and is not part of library resources
NAMING POLICY - how the library recognizes donors and significant contributions
NOTARY POLICY - providing some limited authentication services
PANDEMIC POLICY - library operations and information during a health event
PATRON COMPLAINT FORM - feedback on issues and services at the library
PROGRAMMING POLICY - how the library plans and selects public programs
PUBLIC USE OF LIBRARY FACILITIES - including meeting room rentals and programs
SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY - interacting with the library online
STUDY ROOM USE POLICY - reserving a spot to focus
TEEN ROOM POLICY - ensuring adolescents in Rye have a safe space to read and thrive
VIDEO RELEASE FORM - using photos and other media to promote the library activities
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE POLICY - guiding the use of digital footage in safeguarding library users
The Board of Trustees periodically reviews these policies. For more information, contact the Director.