Public Policies and Procedures

The West Fork Public Library Policy provides the rules, standards, and principles that guide the operation and use of the library.

Personal Possessions Policy

Approved:

Purpose: To maintain a safe enviroment in the library for patrons, visitors, and staff. To ensure that spaces are accessible and uncluttered

Personal Items:

  • Items that may present a challenge to public health or safety are not permitted inside the library.

Unattended Items:

  • Patrons are responsible for their personal items on library property.
  • Personal items left unattended for more than 30 minutes may be moved by library staff to the lost and found or given to police.
  • All personal items found by library staff in the library may be held for up to 30 days.
    • Unclaimed cash will become property of the library.
    • Unattended valuables, such as phones, wallets, purses, ID Cards, etc., will be held in the cash drawer. Items left unclaimed will be turned over to the police department.
    • Unclaimed offical documents left on the printer or scanner will be turned over to the police department.
    • Items such as outerwear, toys, and other micillaneous items will be held in the lost and found at the front desk.
    • Large bags with unknown contents may be given to the police department.
  • Items left unattended outside the library may be discarded without notice.
  • Vehicles, such as bikes and skateboards, are not permitted in the library building.