Sample Library Policies

Maine Samples

Thanks to the following libraries for sharing their policies.

Camden Public Library, Camden, ME: Library cards, reserving materials, library materials selection, many other policies
Curtis Memorial Library, Brunswick, ME: Exhibits, Internet use, safe child, many other policies
Scarborough Public Library, Scarborough, ME: Behavior, renewals, public computer guidelines, many other policies
Wells Public Library, Wells, ME: Internet use, circulation, many other policies.

Complete policy template - [Word, 127 KB] includes Collection Development, Facilities, Circulation, Reference Services, Internet and Public Computers, Patron Conduct, and Volunteer Policies. Just download the document and add your library's name in the blanks.
This file require either Microsoft Word or the Word Viewer.
[Policy template.rtf, Rich Text version, 199 KB]

Policies & Procedures - Overview and examples under Documents tab
Sample library policies - Wiki to assist librarians and trustees in creating or revising policies for their libraries.

Arizona State Library: Links to policies such as collection development
- Collection Development
Fort Bend County Libraries policies: Links to services and library policies: material selection, internet use, meeting room, disruptive behavior and unattended children, and exhibits, displays, and distribution of free materials.
Molding Effective Internet Policies by Cynthia K. Richey, Computer and Libraries, June, 2002
Safe Harbor: Policies and Procedures for a Safe Library, Sample policies & procedures about patron behavior
Wisconsin Public Library Policy Resources Page: Sample policies by type (farther down the page)