Circulation Policy

Items with three week check out
Books,
Audiobooks
CD Roms
Music CDs- no renewal
Playaways- no renewal

Items with two week check out and no renewal
New books

Items with one week check out and no renewal
DVDs
VHS

Items with one week check out and one renewal
Magazines
To see a listing of the library's magazine subscriptions, click here.

Community Information Bulletin Board Policy

Reddick Public Library District recognizes its role as a source of community information.  Because of space limitations, however, the Library must set limits and priorities for distribution or display of printed materials (flyers, brochures, posters, etc.) within the Library’s facilities.

The Community Information Bulletin Board may be used for posting the following types of information:

•          Fliers, brochures, announcements, or schedules distributed or sponsored by a nonprofit organization, group, or agency, or by any federal, state, or local government agency and pertaining to services provided by government to citizens.

•           Announcements of forthcoming or continuing educational, social, cultural, or entertainment activities offered by nonprofit organizations.

•          “Community switchboard”-type information (i.e. Hotline, Suicide Prevention, etc.)

•           Any appropriate Reddick Public Library District or library system publications or poster, including employment information.

Requirements and guidelines:

•           All items must be reviewed and approved in advance by the Library Director.  All items will be posted by Library staff.

•           The library reserves the right to remove any posted item.

•           Posting of materials does not imply Library endorsement of content; nor will the Library accept responsibility for the accuracy of statements made in such materials.

Approved by Board:  April 13, 2009

Computer/Internet Use

Requirements:

•  Patrons must use their own library card to access the Internet on Reddick Library computers. Patrons must be in good standing and have no more than $2.00 in fines.
• All guests must present a valid photo ID. Guests will be charged $1.00 per hour.
• Each patron or guest is allowed 180 minutes of  computer time per day. Anything over the initial 60 minutes may be added if no other patrons are waiting. All computers are on a first come, first served basis.
• Children under the age of eighteen must have prior parental approval documented by a written agreement.
• Computers in the Children's Department are reserved for patrons 13 years of age and younger.  Patrons 14 years of age and older are restricted to computers in the Adult area.
• Black & white printouts cost $0.25 per page; color printouts cost $1.00 per page. Printouts can be paid for and collected at the Print Station. Patrons are responsible for paying for all pages sent to the printer. Ask if you need assistance.
• Computer usage is limited to two patrons per workstation except in the Children’s Department, where there can be only one patron per workstation.

Actions resulting in the loss of Computer privileges:   

• Activity which violates state or federal law in any way.
•  Use of electronic information networks with the intent to harass others.
• Activity resulting in damage to or alteration of the library's property.
• Activity which violates licensing and/or payment agreements between the library and the network/database provider.
• Behavior causing an infringement on others' rights to privacy/space, including but not limited to loud, disruptive behavior, and accessing objectionable or inappropriate material.
• Infringement of any of the aforementioned Requirements and Actions.

The first offense will result in the loss of privileges for 3 months.

The second offense will result in the loss of privileges for one year.

Internet Policy & Suggestions:

Unlike resources the library purchases, the library cannot control the content available through the Internet. Reddick Library is not responsible for direct or indirect damage incurred by patrons while using Internet resources. 

·   Patrons are strongly encouraged to carefully evaluate the accuracy, currency, validity, and authority of information on the Internet.

·   Patrons are discouraged from offering personal information to Internet sites.

·   Patrons are reminded to sign-out completely from any e-mail accounts.

Reddick Library staff will provide assistance as time and staff knowledge permit. Staff will not provide individual instruction. Reddick Library offers computer classes and encourages patrons to attend. Patrons have the right to access and read all library service policies and discuss questions with appropriate staff.

Revised by Board of Trustees  07/14/08

Conduct in the Library

To make sure that everyone enjoys using the library, the following rules have been established and adopted by the Reddick Library Board of Trustees. These rules may be revised at any time.

The Library Director and authorized staff are responsible for enforcing patron conduct in the library and on library premises. Anyone found to be interfering with another's use and enjoyment of the library will be asked to stop the behavior or activity. If the behavior continues, the staff will ask the individual to leave the library. Failure to leave will result in staff calling the police for assistance.

To provide an enjoyable library experience for everyone, no person shall:

·         Possess alcohol or any other illegal substance or be intoxicated to the point of impairment of his/her mental or physical abilities.

·         Demonstrate disruptive, uncontrolled behavior or exceed acceptable noise levels.

·         Use offensive language or verbally abuse library patrons or staff.

·         Harass patrons or staff, or attempt to engage them in unwanted discussion.

·         Use a skateboard, scooter, or skates in the library or on the premises.

·         Present bodily hygiene that is distracting to patrons or staff to the point that it interferes with patrons' use of library resources or with staff work. 

·         Leave children under the age of eight unaccompanied at any time.

·         View sexually explicit, graphically violent, or otherwise inappropriate material on a public or staff computer screen.

·         Use the library facilities for other than intended purposes...bathing, sleeping and eating.

·         Use cell phones in the library.

·         Eat in the library or drink from open containers.

·         Smoke in any area of the library, including the outside porch.

·         Make unauthorized or inappropriate use of library equipment, including the telephone.

·         Destroy or deface library resources or property or that of patrons and staff.

·         Steal library property.

·         Trespass into any area closed to the public.

·         Enter the library without shoes or shirt.

·         Place book bags, briefcases, etc., where they block aisles or take up workspace of patrons or staff.

·         Bring animals into the library, except for those that accompany physically challenged patrons.

Donations

Patrons donate materials with the understanding that they will be added to the collection if they meet the library's needs and fulfill the materials selection policy standards. Items not added to the collection may be disposed of in any suitable manner.

Thank you.

eReader Lending Policy

eReader Lending Policy

The library owns three different eReaders:  Barnes & Noble Nook™, Sony Reader™, and Amazon Kindle.  Our goal in starting this service is to offer you an eReader experience so you can make informed decisions should you decide to purchase one. You can decide whether this new technology delivers reading in a way that fits your lifestyle.

To reserve an eReader, call the library at (815) 434-0509 or stop by the Circulation Desk.  A preference for one of the brands may be specified.  You will then check out up to 3 e-books from the library’s e-book collection.  Go to http://omnilibraries.org and follow the directions to place books in your e-cart.  A library staff member will then download your book(s) to the eReader prior to checking the eReader out to you.   

• An eReader can be checked out by any patron age 18 and over with an established Reddick Library card in good standing (no fines or overdue items and no history of a delinquent account.)
• An eReader circulates for 21 days. There is no renewal.
• Overdue charges of $5.00 per day will be assessed for late return of an eReader.
• In order to allow the greatest number of patrons to try out a device, patrons will be limited to one checkout of each brand of eReader until demand is met.
• eReaders must be returned to a Reddick Public Library District staff member at the Circulation Desk. They may not be returned to any other public library. If the eReader is returned in the book drop box, a $25 minimum fee will be charged to the user. Do not leave the eReader on the Circulation Desk if a staff member is not present.
•  Do not let anyone else borrow the eReader or allow children to play with the device.
•  Be cautious with the eReader and keep it safe from water or being dropped.

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Acknowledgement of eReader Replacement Cost

I, ______________________________________________________________(print full name), understand that by checking out an eReader from the Reddick Public Library District that I am responsible for the replacement cost of the device and/or its accessories if lost or damaged.  Overdue charges are $5.00 per day. I acknowledge that eReaders are NOT to be returned in the outside book drop but must be returned to the Reddick Public Library District circulation desk when the library is open.

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Signature                                                                                                           Date

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Check-out date/staff initials

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Check-in date/staff initials

Fine Policy

Print materials, music, audiobooks, and Playaways
One day's grace and $.10 per day ($.25 per day for New Adult Items) to a maximum of $5.00

Movies and Software
One day's grace and $0.50 per day to a maximum of $10.00

This includes items obtained out-of-system

eReaders
Overdue charge of $5.00 per day
If returned in book drop box, charge of $25.00
Lost or damaged charge of $175.00

Lost items
If a patron had misplaced an item, the staff will offer to renew the item 3 times*, giving the patron a chance to continue to search for the item(s).
The replacement fee for a lost or damaged item is the item's retail price at its time of purchase.
Lost and paid items are non-refundable.
If a lost item is out of print, the replacement fee is the current average retail price or retail price of a similar item.

Returned check fee
Up to $25.00

Replacement fees
Missing barcode- $1.00
Book jacket- $2.00
Music CD/DVD case- $1.00/ Multiple- $5.00
Entire case without barcode and artwork- $5.00
Audio CD/ Playaway case- $10.00

Other Fees
Computer usage- $1.00 per hour (or portion thereof) for non-Reddick cardholders
Computer printouts- $0.25 per page (B&W); $1.00 per page (color)
Microfilm reader printouts- $0.25 per page
Copy machine- $.010 per page (B&W)
Ear buds- $1.00
Headphones- $2.50
Library tote bag- $2.00
FAX service (send)- $3.00 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page
FAX service (receive)- $1.00 per page- No international faxing
Material recovery fee- $10.00 per account (if turned over for collection)

*Renewing an item three times may not be possible for out-of-system materials.

Investment of Public Funds

Investment of Public Funds

PURPOSE:  The purpose of this policy statement is to outline the responsibilities, general objectives, and specific guidelines for management of public funds by the Reddick Public Library District.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  All investment policies and procedures of the Reddick Public Library District will be in accordance with Illinois law. The authority of the Library Board of Library Trustees to control and invest public funds is defined in the Illinois Public Funds Investment Act, and the investments permitted are described therein. Administration and execution of these policies are the responsibility of the Treasurer, and, by designation, the Library Director acting under the authority of the Library Board of Library Trustees. Investments, fund balances, and the status of such accounts will be reported at each regularly scheduled meeting of the Library Board.

OBJECTIVES: In selecting financial institutions and investment instruments to be used, the following general objectives should be considered:

                •               Safety

                •               Maintenance of sufficient liquidity to meet current obligations

                •               Return on investment

                •               Simplicity of management

GUIDELINES: The following guidelines should be used to meet the general investment objectives:

A)    Safety

1.  Investments will be made only in securities guaranteed by the U.S. government, or in FDIC or FSLIC insured institutions. Deposit accounts in banks or savings and loan institutions will not exceed the amount insured by FDIC or FSLIC coverage.

2.  Authorized investments include and will primarily consist of: Certificates of  Deposit, Treasury Bills and other securities guaranteed by the U.S. Government, participation in the State of Illinois Public Treasurer’s Investment Pool, and any other investments allowed under State law that satisfy the investment objectives of the library district.

B)    Maintenance of sufficient liquidity to meet current obligations

In general, investments should be managed to meet liquidity needs for the current 

month plus one month (based on forecasted needs).

C)    Return on investment

Within the constraints on Illinois law and this investment policy, every effort should be made to maximize return on investments made. All available funds will be placed in investments or kept in interest bearing deposit accounts at all times.

D)    Simplicity of management

The time required by library administrative staff to manage investments shall be kept to a minimum. 

Adopted 11/09/09

Meeting Room Use

The meeting room of the Reddick Library is available to local groups and organizations in accordance with regulations established by the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees and/or Library Director reserve the right to deny permission to use the meeting room for any reason deemed inappropriate. 

Priority will be given to meetings in the following order: the Library Board of Trustees, library sponsored meetings and programs, library related meetings and programs, meetings sponsored by local tax supported or governmental agencies, other meetings.

Private social functions, for-profit groups conducting business or selling products/services, non-profit groups selling products/services or fundraising (except to benefit the Reddick Library), and meetings deemed unsuitable for the facility or operation of library services are excluded.

The following conditions apply:

1. Meetings must be held during regular library hours.

2. The reservation must be made by a Reddick Library cardholder 18 years or older.

3. Light refreshments are permitted. No alcohol or smoking is permitted.

4. Groups are responsible for set up and clean up. Nothing may be affixed to the ceilings or walls. The room will be left in its original condition.

5. The library does not supply personnel to assist with meetings, or to carry or operate equipment.

6. Minors may use the meeting room only under the direct and constant supervision of adults, who will assume full responsibility. There must be at least one adult for every 15 minors at non-library related functions.

7. Groups are responsible for the meeting room during the time they are scheduled and will be charged for any damage to the room and its contents.

8. The library reserves the right to limit groups to one meeting per month.

9. The group meeting may not use the library as its permanent address.

10. In case of a cancellation it is the group’s responsibility to notify members.

Applications are available for pick up at the library. The Library Board of Trustees will review the meeting room policy annually, and reserves the right to amend it at any time. 

For more information please contact either Kathy Clair (kclair@reddicklibrary.org) at 815-434-0509 or fax at 815-434-2634.

Approved January 14, 2002

Amended November 10, 2008

Meeting Room Fees

No admission charges may be attached to the meeting room except those activities which directly benefit the library.

For Profit Organization     $50.00 per 4 hour segment
                                             $25.00 each additional segment

Nonprofit Organization     $30.00 per 4 hour segment
                                              $15.00 per addtional segment

Add $15.00 if food is served.

Use of library equipment is an additional $10.00 per item.

Fees will not apply to library-sponsored or related meetings/programs or to organizations whose sole purpose is to support the Library.

Reference Service Policy

REFERENCE SERVICE

The Reddick Public Library District serves a diverse public with unique individual needs and levels of ability to conduct research independently.  Providing reference service is one of the roles of the library.  Providing both a trained staff and materials to meet users’ needs for timely, accurate, and useful information are goals of the library.  The Library encourages all patrons to seek the assistance of staff to meet their information needs. 

Effort is made to answer all types of questions with no distinction made about the purpose of the inquiry or use of the information.  All questions are handled in confidence and with impartiality.  The Reddick Public Library District subscribes to the American Library Association’s Code of Ethics and the most recent standards document, Serving Our Public 2.0: Standards for Public Libraries, for both reference and reader’s advisory services.

Reference service and materials are available to all persons.  Reference service and materials are available during all hours the library is open and are provided in response to all forms of inquiry including, but not limited to, patrons in the library, telephone, and electronic means.  The reference questions of patrons visiting the library are given the highest priority.

                Staff will complete a search of in-house and electronic sources to answer a question.  Patrons are given the source of the information as well as the answer.  If determining the answer requires reading and evaluating an extensive amount of text, the staff will direct the patron to the appropriate sources.  The patron will be responsible for completing the necessary synthesis.  A staff member’s personal opinion will not be given as fact.  In the instance of legal, medical, investment, or tax reference questions, the staff may only guide the patron to the material available on the topic of interest.  Staff may not evaluate or interpret the information provided nor may the staff define the meaning of terms, offer investment advice, select income tax forms, or serve as a surrogate for a professional in any of the fields listed above.  If all materials within the library are beyond the understanding of the patron, the patron will be advised to consult with their professional from the above listed field for additional information or advice.

                If information appropriate to a patron’s need is not available in the Library, a referral will be made.  Staff will make every attempt to answer a patron’s question during the patron’s visit or telephone call.  Otherwise, questions usually will be answered within 24 hours.  When a library patron cannot come to the library due to a disability or unusual circumstances, staff will mail materials, excluding tax forms.  Patrons will be charged fees related to requests.  Non-Reddick Public Library District cardholders must request materials from their home library.  Genealogy information unique to Reddick Public Library District will be provided for a fee.

                Reference and reader’s advisory services comply with copyright and other applicable restrictions in the use of library materials.               

                  Reference materials regardless of format may not be removed from the library.

Approved 2/14/05

Amended by Board 10/12/09

Selection Policy

The policy is attached below as a Microsoft Word document. If you do not have Word installed on your computer, you may download and install the free Word Viewer program from Microsoft.

Unattended Children

Reddick Library welcomes and encourages children to use its services and facilities. The Staff is committed to helping children find materials to meet their needs, providing a welcoming environment, and programs that enrich, inform, and entertain. Library staff cannont, nor is it their responsibility, to serve as babysitters, teachers, or disciplinarians. 

Any public place can be dangerous for a child who is left unattended, even for brief periods of time. Staff members can not know or be responsible if children leave the building with responsible caregivers or with strangers. When a child is left at the library without a parent or adult, the child's boredom, fatigue, or fear may lead to behavior that disrupts the service that library staff provides. The library encourages parents and adults to consider the safety and well-being of their children and the needs of other library users of all ages. 

Please help keep your children safe by following our Unattended Children Policy, which is highlighted below. Violations of this policy are grounds for suspension of Library privileges.

·         Parents are responsible for their children in the library, whether or not the parent is present.

·         A parent or another responsible adult caregiver (age 14 or older) must attend to children under the age of 8 at all times in the library.

·         Children whose behavior is disruptive may be asked to leave the building.  Children under age 8 who are unattended will be handled according to the unattended children procedures.

Fiscal Year 2011 Audit Part I

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Fiscal Year 2011 Audit Part II

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Fiscal Year 2011 Audit Part III

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Fiscal Year 2012 Working Budget

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