Policies
Additional Services outlines some of our extra services available at the library.
The Circulation Policy explains the guidelines and limits on all checked-out items and expectations for patrons’ library use.
The Computer and Internet Policy explains the rules for using our public computers and Internet access.
Did you know the library has a Display Case and InfoBoard?
The Interlibrary Loan Policy (abbreviated ILL, and sometimes called interloan, interlending, document delivery, document supply, or interlibrary services, abbreviated ILS) explains how a patron can borrow books, DVDs, music, etc. and/or receive photocopies of documents that are owned by another library.
The Behavior Policy establishes rules to ensure that our facilities are safe and welcoming, and provide equitable access to materials.
The Material Selection Policy guides the selection of all materials to be incorporated into the library’s collection. The policy also includes the procedure for material reconsideration.
The library’s Mission Statement is a summary of the aims and values of the library.
Policy Revisions
The Antlers Public Library supports the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, the Freedom to Read Statement, and the Freedom to View Statement. Our policies are not meant to jeopardize or inhibit these principles and statements.
The Library Board sets the policies of the Antlers Public Library as per Chapter 17, Article 3, Section 7 of the City of Antlers code which created the Antlers Public Library. The Library Board strives to develop fair policies for all library patrons. Federal, State, and City laws take precedence over any policy here stated.
The policies are continually reviewed and updated. Any changes are approved by the Library Board and become effective immediately.
Any challenges to the policy of the Antlers Public Library or disputes against the application of these policies should be emailed to the current Library Board at AntlersLibraryBoard@gmail.com. The concerns will be put on the next regularly scheduled board meeting agenda. Their decision after due consideration is considered final.