Guidelines for Library Use

Welcome to your public library! Our mission is, simply stated, Sharing Resources, Promoting Literacy. This means that the San Rafael Public Library seeks to provide its users with a safe and pleasant library experience in an atmosphere conducive to study, reading and appropriate use of materials and services. So that all persons may enjoy the benefits of the Library, individuals visiting or using the Library’s facilities or services (users) must comply with the following Guidelines for Library Use:

To enjoy library materials and services fully, the following are encouraged:

• Asking library staff for help
• Reading
• Studying
• Using the library’s electronic resources
• Participating in library programs
• Speaking in a quiet voice

To avoid disturbing library users, the following are prohibited:

• Use of loud, abusive, threatening or insulting language
• Disruptive or unsafe behavior including any conduct that interferes with the use of the library by others or with the functioning of library staff or volunteers
• Eating except as approved for specific events

Approved 09/11