The Tolono Public Library recognizes that the use of alcohol and non-medical use of controlled substances is both hazardous and is often illegal, and the irresponsible use by patrons is detrimental to the Library environment. The illicit manufacture, use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances, look-alike drugs, drug paraphernalia, and its derivatives as defined by […]
Policy Type: Collections & Facilities
Conceal Carry Policy
The Tolono Public Library follows Illinois State Law [430 ILCS 66] which prohibits the carrying of any weapon, concealed or partially concealed, in the library building or on library property. In conformance with State statute, the required signs as approved by the State Police are posted at all entrances to the buildings, driveways, and parking […]
Bloodborne Pathogens Policy
Revised 11/2022 […]
Alcohol Policy
Under certain limited events and circumstances, the Tolono Public Library District may elect to have alcoholic beveragesdelivered to and sold at retail in a building owned by the Library District. This policy governs when, and under whatcircumstances, alcohol delivery and sale may take place. For all events where alcohol will be delivered, served and/or sold […]
Bulletin Board Policy
Revised 04/2022 […]
Meeting Room Policy
The Library is a designated public forum and provides meeting rooms for public use. The Meeting Room Policy is developed following the Library’s mission. The meeting room is available, free of charge, to all Champaign County organizations and local units of government on equal terms regardless of opinion or affiliation. The Library welcomes the use […]
Video Surveillance Policy
I: Purpose The purpose of this policy is to regulate the use of video surveillance and recording on the Tolono Public Library District premises. The Tolono Public Library District operates a video surveillance system to provide a safe and secure environment for its patrons and staff. Information obtained through video surveillance will be used exclusively […]
Photography and Video Policy
The Tolono Public Library District has a significant interest in maintaining an environment that allows patrons to freely access library information and resources. This significant interest requires the library to maintain policies that protect the privacy of its patrons and staff members and ensures their freedom from harassment, intimidation, and threats to their safety and […]
Challenges to Materials Policy
Tolono Public Library District materials are selected through the process described in the Library’s “Collection Management Policy.” The Library acknowledges that occasionally patrons may have complaints about individual or categories of materials in the Library’s collection. The Library will handle complaints, ensuring that the complainant is respectfully heard and that the fundamental principles of intellectual […]
Collection Management Policy
The authority and responsibility for the selection of library materials are delegated to the Library Director and, under his or her direction, to additional staff members who are qualified for this activity. No employee may be disciplined or dismissed for the selection of library materials when the selection is made in good faith and in […]