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 POLICYsetting 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 POLICYinteracting 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.

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