The Somerset County Library System is for all members of the community. We are committed to providing excellent services and resources to our patrons and ensuring that everyone who uses the library has a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience.

Rules of Conduct:

Respect other library users Respect library staff Respect library facilities, including materials, computer, equipment and resources Children under the age of eight must be accompanied by a parent, caregiver, or someone over the age of 13 Protect your personal property; the library is not responsible for lost or stolen property Library staff have the authority to enforce Rules of Conduct Unacceptable behaviors include but are not limited to: Behaving in a violent or threatening manner Creating a public disturbance, e.g. talking loudly, rowdiness in library, using electronic devices without headphones, or volume of headphones is too high Using obscene or abusive language Bringing in animals, other than guide dogs, in the building Using cell phones (cell phones are allowed in the lobby of the library) Eating and Drinking Leaving children under the age of eight unattended Moving library furniture, including tables and chairs Engaging in any activity or behavior that violates local ordinances or is illegal under state or federal law, e.g., smoking in building, panhandling, possession of firearms or weapons, assault, etc. Sleeping in the library or on library property Stealing or defacing library materials or property Not wearing shirts or shoes Offending others with body odor or personal hygiene Failing to follow rules pertaining to use of materials, computer, equipment and building

Rules for Computer Use:

Only one person per computer Adhere to the Internet Use policy Do not move furniture, including tables and chairs No food or drink No cell phones No loud talking or using devices (e.g., radios, MP3 players) at loud volume settings

Consequences for Violating Rules:

Library staff have the authority to enforce Rules of Conduct Depending on the nature and frequency of the behavior, consequences may include loss of library privileges for a specified period of time Staff may call upon law enforcement Staff may request patrons to show their library cards and other documents (driver’s licenses, school ID, e.g.) for purposes of identifications

Approved by the Board of Trustees February 11, 2009