Library Policies

Policy for Homebound Services for Huntley Area Public Library Patrons

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 5:01pm

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Circulation Policy

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 4:37pm

Due Dates and Borrowing Limits
Most adult and children's materials circulate for three weeks. Most materials may be renewed twice, for a total of nine weeks, unless another patron has placed a hold on the item. In that case, the item is not renewable.

Exceptions to the general rule:



Resolution for the Selection and Use of Library Materials

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 4:33pm

Resolution for the Selection and Use of Library Materials

WHEREAS, 75 ILCS 16/30-60 requires the Huntley Area Public Library Board of Library Trustees to adopt and review at least every two years a resolution for the selection of library materials and the use of library materials and facilities; and



Reconsideration of Materials Policy

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 4:28pm

The Huntley Area Public Library District subscribes to the provisions of the Library Bill of Rights and The Freedom to Read Statement as adopted by the American Library Association. These documents are considered a part of this policy. All individuals have the right to choose which library materials they will use.



Patron Behavior Policy

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 4:13pm

The Huntley Area Public Library is a community library. Patrons are welcome to use the materials and the building, but some rules are necessary to maintain order and preserve the rights of others. To insure that the library is a safe, comfortable, and relatively peaceful place, the Board of Trustees has adopted this policy.

General Rules of Behavior



Policy for Reference Services

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 2:34pm

The Reference Services Department at the Huntley Area Public Library strives to meet the information needs of all patrons. To achieve this goal, the reference staff will observe the following guidelines.



Privacy of Records Policy

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 2:28pm

Privacy of Records Policy

WHEREAS, this Board recognizes the right of the public to access records of public institutions, as expressed in state and federal laws, and implicit is the concept of citizens participation in democratic government processes; and



Checkout Periods & Policies

Submitted by hapl webmaster on Thu, 01/14/2010 - 12:30pm

Loan Periods for Materials

3 weeks

     Books (Except for Hot Picks)


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