Library Policies

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Policies govern many aspects of library services and are approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees. All of our policies are reviewed by the City Attorney's Office and approved by our board of trustees.

Current Policies

Borrower Eligibility and Responsibilities

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Bulletin Board and Information Distribution Areas

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Confidentiality of Patron Information

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Donor Recognition

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Exhibits

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Fees for Convenience Services

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Filming and Photography

Procedure approved by The Seattle Public Library Chief Librarian.

Food and Beverages in the Library

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Intellectual Freedom In Libraries

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Library Facilities and Meeting Rooms Use

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Library Restrooms

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Materials Donation

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Nondiscrimination: Complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Online Privacy and Terms of Use

Privacy notice disclosing the information gathered when using The Seattle Public Library's electronic services.

Public Use of Children's Areas

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Public Use of the Internet

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Race and Social Justice

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Requesting Accommodations

Procedure approved by The Seattle Public Library Chief Librarian.

Rules of Conduct

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Selection and Withdrawal of Materials

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Service Animals

Procedure approved by The Seattle Public Library Chief Librarian.

Unattended Children

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Volunteer Services

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

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