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Policies53 documents
COLLECTION AND REFERENCE POLICIES7 documents
- Policy 1.1: Intellectual Freedom Explains the Iosco-Arenac District Library's commitment to protecting everyone's right to freely access information and ideas.
- Policy 1.2: Materials Selection Explains how the Iosco-Arenac District Library selects, manages, and maintains its collection to meet the needs and interests of the community.
- Policy 1.3: Collection Maintenance Outlines the library's policy for evaluating, removing, and accounting for library materials.
- Policy 1.4: IADL Intralibrary Loans (Shared Loans) Explains that the library shares materials among its eight branches.
- Policy 1.5: Interlibrary Loans Establishes guidelines for interlibrary loan services.
- Policy 1.6: Gifts and Donations Establishes guidelines for the library to properly receive, channel, and recognize donations and donors in appropriate fashion.
- Policy 1.7: Research and Reference Defines the limits of staff assistance when providing reference and research help.
CIRCULATION POLICIES18 documents
- Policy 2.1 Privacy of Patron Records Explains how the library protects the privacy and confidentiality of patron records and personal information.
- Policy 2.1.1: Disclosure of Library Records Describes how the library protects the privacy of patron records and the limited circumstances in which records may be disclosed.
- Policy 2.1.2: Disclosures Regarding Alleged Crimes In This Library When library staff may provide information about incidents they personally witness at the library.
- Policy 2.10: Lending Periods and Renewals Establishes the length of time various items may be checked out.
- Policy 2.11: Lost or Damaged Items Outlines how the library handles lost or damaged materials, including patron responsiblities and replacement costs.
- Policy 2.12: Audio-Visual Materials Use The library is not responsible for damage to personal equiptment used to access library A/V materials.
- Policy 2.13: Overdue Items and Borrower Responsibilities Explains borrower responsibilities for overdue library materials
- Policy 2.14: Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Borrowing Responsibilities Outlines borrower responsiblities when requesting and using materials obtained through Interlibrary Loan (ILL).
- Policy 2.15: Loss of Borrowing Privileges Outlines when a patron will lose borrowing privileges.
- Policy 2.16 Collection Agency.pdf Establishes the procedures for referring eligible delinquent library accounts to a collection agency.
- Policy 2.17 Bed Bug and Pest Infestation and Regulations Outlines Library protocols for prevention of, and reaction to, potential bed bug or pest situations in its collections and on its premises.
- Policy 2.3 Library Card Registration Explains the requirements and guidelines for obtaining and maintaining a library card, including eligibility, residency verification, and cardholder responsibilities.
- Policy 2.4: Patron Types Defines the different types of library patrons and the eligibility requirements associated with each type of library card.
- Policy 2.5: Nontransferable Explains that library cards may only be used by the person they are issued to or an authorized representative.
- Policy 2.6: Card Expiration and Renewal Explains card expiration and renewal limits.
- Policy 2.7 Lost or Stolen Cards Outlines the steps for reporting a lost or stolen library card, responsibility for charges, and card replacement requirements.
- Policy 2.8: Damaged Library Cards How the library handles damaged cards.
- Policy 2.9: Requesting and Holding Items Provides guidelines for requesting items from other libraries.
FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS POLICIES9 documents
- Policy 3.1 Americans With Disabilities Act( ADA) This policy establishes the Library's procedures for providing reasonable accommodations and ensuring ADA compliance.
- Policy 3.1 Attachment: Application for Accommodation Fillable PDF to request an accommodation
- Policy 3.2 Emergency Management Establishes guidelines for responding to emergencies to protect people, property, and library operations.
- Policy 3.3: Lost and Found Establishes protocols for lost and found items.
- Policy 3.4 Substitute Coverage For Branch Operations Outlines the District's provision of limited substitute staffing to help keep branch libraries open during staff absences.
- Policy 3.5 Websites, Social Media, Privacy and Online Accessibility Establishes the Library's policies governing its online services and digitial presence.
- Policy 3.6 Programming Establishes the standards and procedures for Library-sponsored programming.
- Policy 3.7: Display Spaces, Bulletin Board and Pamphlet Rack Defines the criteria for the use of Library display and information spaces.
- Policy 3.8: Standard Fees for Technology Use Outlines the cost and limitations for using the Library's printing and faxing services.
PATRON BEHAVIOR POLICIES4 documents
- Policy 4.1: Safety and Personal Behavior Defines expectations for patron behavior to maintain a safe, welcoming, and respectful library environment for everyone.
- Policy 4.2: Copyright Reminds users that copyrighted materials must be used in accordance with U.S. copyright law.
- Policy 4.3: Acceptable Technology Use Policy Defines what is considered acceptable and prohibited use of Library technology and Internet services.
- Policy 4.4: Progressive Discipline for Violations and Appeal Defines the consequences for violations and outlines the process for review and appeal.
BUDGET AND FINANCE POLICIES8 documents
- Policy 5.1: Annual Budget and Adjustments Defines the annual budget process.
- Policy 5.2 Fund Balance Establishes guildelines for maintaining and managing the Library's fund balance.
- Policy 5.3: Investments Establishes guidelines for managing and investing Library funds.
- Policy 5.4 Fraud Prevention Addresses all aspects of fraud and corruption prevention, detection, and investigation for the Library.
- Policy 5.5 Purchasing Explains the Library's rules for purchasing goods and services.
- Policy 5.6 ACH Automatic Clearing House FULL.pdf Explains how the Library authorizes and manages electronic financial transactions.
- Policy 5.7 Credit Card Use Establishes the rules for using credit cards
- Policy 5.8: Capital Assets Outlines management of the Library's capital assests
APPENDICES7 documents
- Appendix A: Library Bill of Rights Guides our commitment to ensuring our library system is a welcoming space for everyone.
- Appendix B: The Freedom To Read Statement Everyone has the freedom to read.
- Appendix C: ALA Code of Ethics Serves as the ethical foundation for the Library's work, guiding staff to provide fair, equitable, and professional service while protecting intellectual freedom, privacy, and the public's trust.
- Appendix D: The Library Privacy Act Protects the confidentiality of library records and patron information.
- Appendix E: 2026 Programming Grant Application
- Appendix F: Legal Definition of Service Animals
- Appendix G: MelCat Resource Sharing POLICIES
Freedom of Information Act1 document
- Iosco-Arenac District Library FOIA Packet Explains how the library responds to requests for public records in accordance with the Michigan Freedom of Information Act.