Patron Conduct

To allow all patrons of the Kendallville Public Library to use its facilities to the fullest extent during regularly scheduled hours, the Library Board of Trustees has adopted the following rules and regulations.

Patrons Shall:

Engage in activities associated with the use of a public library.  Patrons not reading, studying, or using library equipment or materials may be required to leave the building.
 

Respect the rights of other patrons.  Patrons shall not harass or annoy others through noisy or boisterous activities, by staring at another person with the intent to annoy that person, by following another person about the building with the intent to annoy that person, by playing audio equipment so that others can hear it, by singing or talking loudly to others or in monologues, by using vulgar or abusive language, or by behaving in a manner which can be reasonably expected to disturb others.

Properly check out all library materials or equipment with a valid library card.  The library reserves the right, based on probable cause, to inspect backpacks, bags, etc., to ensure that materials have been properly checked out, and no thefts have occurred.

Wear proper clothing, including shoes, when entering the building.  Patrons whose bodily hygiene is offensive so as to be a nuisance to others may be required to leave the building.

Limit the consumption of food and beverages.  Food and beverages can be consumed in the lobby, outdoors or other designated areas only.

Respect library materials, equipment, furniture, or structures.  Defacing or marring library property may result in denial of privileges.