Policies

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Mission Statement

Providing quality materials and services with fulfill educational, informational, cultural, and recreational needs of the entire community in an atmosphere that is welcoming, respectful, and businesslike.

Who May Use the Library

  1. The library will serve all residents of the community and the public library system area. Service will not be denied or abridged because of religious, racial, social, economic, or political status; or because of mental, emotional, or physical condition; age; or sexual orientation.
  2. The use of the library may be dnied for due cause. Such cause may be failure to return library materials or to pay penalties, destruction of library property, disturbance of other patrons, or any other illegal, disruptive, or objectionable conduct on library premises.

Rules of Conduct Policy

In keeping with its mission to provide quality materials and services which fulfill educational, informational, cultural, and recreational needs of the entire community in an atmosphere that is welcoming, respectful, and businesslike, Kewaunee Public Library is committed to providing excellent customer service in a safe and inviting atmosphere conducive to the use of library spaces and resources. Staff and library patrons share responsibility to ensure this atmosphere is maintained at all times. The following guidelines are set forth to define those behaviors and activities that are not allowed on library property. These rules shall apply to interior, exterior, and all grounds controlled and operated by the Kewaunee Public Library.

In addition, this policy covers all digital services and sites as operated by Kewaunee Public Library. The purpose of these sites, including social media, is to provide information about Kewaunee Public Library services and programs, as well as other information that is of public interest to residents, businesses, and visitors. We encourage you to submit your questions, comments, and concerns, in person or by email at kew@kewauneepubliclibrary.org

Library staff will enforce these guidelines in a consistent and impartial manner.

The following behaviors and activities are examples of conduct NOT allowed on Library property:

  • All illegal activities
  • Possession of firearms or other weapons that pose a threat to staff or the public
  • Damaging, defacing, destroying, or stealing library property
  • Carrying, consuming, and/or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • Engaging in conduct that disrupts or interferes with the normal operation of the library or disturbs library staff or patrons, including but not limited to:
    • conduct that involves the use of abusive or threatening language or gesture
    • conduct that creates unreasonable noise
    • conduct that consists of loud or rowdy physical behavior or talking
    • behavior that a reasonable person would find to be disruptive, harassing, or threatening in nature, including stalking, prolonged staring, or following another with the intent to annoy
    • conduct that interferes with free access to the building, library materials, and/or library services for other library patrons
  • Panhandling or soliciting unless authorized by staff
  • Bringing in personal items of an excessive size or quantity; such as shopping carts, garbage bags, or large pieces of luggage; blocking of aisles, seating, shelves, or any thoroughfare with personal items; or leaving personal items unattended at any time
  • Using library restroom facilities for inappropriate purposes such as loitering, bathing, etc.
  • Smoking or use of electronic smoking devices in the library building
  • Using cell phones, audio or personal equipment in a manner that disturbs others or interferes with library use and service
  • Violating computer use policies
  • Bringing animals into the library except for persons with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act or as approved by the library director or for an approved library event
  • Trespassing on library property during a period in which you are banned
  • Entering the building not fully clothed including, but not limited to, a lack of a shirt or other covering of the upper body, a lack of shoes or other footwear, and/or having other exposed body areas not fit for a public setting
  • Wearing an article of clothing or carrying objects that may be perceived to affect the security and safety of patrons, library materials, and/or library staff
  • Having bodily hygiene so lacking as to constitute a nuisance, a health hazard, or an impediment to other members of the public or to library staff
  • Sleeping on library premises
  • Disobeying direction by a library staff member
  • Consuming food or drink that creates a nuisance because of odor, garbage, or spills. Food and drink are not allowed by the computer terminals.
  • Using wheeled vehicles such as roller blades, skateboards, and/or similar objects in the library or on the library patio
  • Inappropriate displays of public affection
  • Using library material, equipment, furniture, fixates, or building/grounds in a manner inconsistent with its intended use
  • Any of the following activities on digital media platforms:
    • Vulgar language
    • Personal attacks of any kind
    • Comments of content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, nation origin, physical or intellectual disability or sexual orientation
    • Spam or links to other sites
    • Discussion not relevant to topic
    • Advocates illegal activity
    • Promote particular services, products, or political organizations or causes
    • Infringe on copyrights or trademarks
    • Personally identifiable medical information or information that may compromise the safety, security or proceedings of public systems or any criminal or civil investigations

Consequences of Violating this Policy

Anyone who disregards the above-listed prohibited behaviors or engages in any other conduct deemed inappropriate by library staff is subject to removal from library property and/or restriction of library privileges. Kewaunee Public Library reserves the right to delete posts/comments/submissions/etc. on any digital platform on which Kewaunee Public Library operates. The Library will keep an archive of any content removed from these sites. Violations of the Kewaunee Public Library Rules of Conduct Policy may also result in a formal banning from Kewaunee Public Library and/or criminal prosecution. Patrons may appeal the decision of library staff by contacting the Library Director and/or the Kewaunee Public Library Board of Trustees.

Approved August 21, 2024

Child Safety Policy and Procedures for Library Staff

We want the public library to be a welcoming, safe place for your children. Our staff has many duties to perform in order to serve all patrons in the best way possible. For this reason, the staff cannot monitor the whereabouts or behavior of our smallest patrons – your children. Staff cannot assume responsibility of your children’s care when they are in the library. No public place, including the library, can guarantee the safety of children. A child could be approached by a stranger, become ill, wander outside, or become lost or injured. We are primarily concerned with your children’s safety, and we believe that our policy helps ensure their well-being.

  • We expect parents/caregivers to be responsible for their children’s behavior at the library. A caregiver must be at least 12 years of age.
  • We expect parents to understand and explain the library rules to their children. The rules and policies have been developed to safeguard the collection and ensure fairness for all library users.
  • We expect parents to see that overdue fines are promptly paid. Parents are financially responsible for any damages to library materials, equipment or property incurred by their children.
  • We expect parents to keep sick children at home and not bring them to the library, especially during children’s programming when illness may easily be spread to other children.
  • We care about the safety of your child. If a child under the age of 8 is found unattended while the library is open, library staff will attempt to locate the parent/caregiver in the library. If the parent/caregiver cannot be found, law enforcement officials will be called, and the child will be placed in their care.

Updated and Approved May 16, 2024

Staff members have many duties and can neither supervise children nor act as a substitute for daycare. Children through age 8 must have a parent or caregiver in the immediate vicinity unless they are participating in a library program. Parents or caregivers who do not attend the program with the child should remain in the building. Parents are still responsible for the actions of their children. Children 8-12 may use the library unattended for an amount of time appropriate to their age and maturity. It is important for staff to take note of disruptions caused by children who apparently are unaccompanied. Children using inappropriate behavior will be informed of the rules. If inappropriate behavior continues, the child and parent/caregiver shall be asked to leave the library. If a child in this age group is unaccompanied by an adult or appropriate-aged caregiver, the staff will follow the directions below for children found on Library premises without a parent or caregiver. All children should have the telephone number of someone who can assist them in an emergency. The library staff in no way assumes responsibility for the care of any age child. If a child is found without a parent or caregiver, the staff will:

  1. Attempt to comfort the child, if necessary.
  2. Locate the parent or caregiver in the library and explain the Child Safety Policy.
  3. Make every effort to contact the parent or caregiver who is not in the library to come and pick up the child. Staff will express the library’s concern for the child’s safety and explain the Child Safety Policy.
  4. Call law enforcement officials to pick up the child if the parent or caregiver cannot be located within 30 minutes. Staff will notify the director that law enforcement officials have been called.
  5. Encourage an unattended child to contact the parent or guardian if it is within 15 minutes of closing time. If a parent or caregiver cannot be reached or does not arrive within 15 minutes of closing, Library staff will call law enforcement to pick up child. Staff will notify the director that police have been called.
  6. Remain with the child until the parent or caregiver or police arrive. This is compensated time for the staff member(s) who remain with the child.
  7. Leave a note on the library door stating “Unattended child is in the custody of the police” once the child is in the care of the police. Names will not be stated on the sign.
  8. Not transport any child from the library to another location.

Updated and Approved May 16, 2024

Lactation Policy

Kewaunee Public Library acknowledges the amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of the Affordable Care Act to allow accommodations for breastfeeding employees and subscribes to the following worksite breastfeeding policy.

Company Responsibilities

  • Adequate Time: Employees are allowed to breastfeed or express milk during work hours using their normal breaks or meal times. If additional time is needed, employees may use personal leave or may make up additional time as negotiated with their supervisor.
  • Space and Privacy: A private space, besides a bathroom, will be available for employees to breastfeed or express milk. In addition to a private space, employees will have access to a nearby clean and safe water source for rinsing equipment or hand washing.
  • Storage: Kewaunee Public Library will provide breastfeeding employees with access to hygienic storage options where mothers can safely store breast milk. This may include an employee refrigerator or an employee’s personal cooler.
  • Support: Supervisors are responsible for informing pregnant or lactating women on the lactation accommodation policy for employees. It is expected that all employees will support a positive environment for those who may be breastfeeding.

Employee Responsibilities

  • Communication with supervisors: Current breastfeeding employees must keep their supervisor informed of their needs so appropriate accommodations can be made to satisfy both the employee and the company.
  • Maintenance of private room for milk expression: Maintenance of the designated breastfeeding room and other spaces used for breastfeeding are the responsibility of the employee. The employee will ensure the area remains clean for other employees to use.
  • Safe storage: To ensure safe keeping for expressed milk, breastfeeding employees will label, date, and store milk in the designated employee refrigerator or cooler. Those employees using the refrigerator/cooler are responsible for keeping it clean.

Visitors to the Kewaunee Public Library

The Kewaunee Public Library supports all breastfeeding parents and are proud to ensure that the Kewaunee Public Library is a breastfeeding friendly facility. This policy has been created to support visiting breastfeeding parents to breastfeed within the Kewaunee Public Library and to provide any conditions, including, but not limited to, time, space, and support necessary to facilitate breastfeeding. Upon request, staff will provide assistance to visitors who wish to breastfeed their child by providing a location comfortable to both child and parent, where space is available.

Approved by the Kewaunee Public Library Board on November 28, 2018

Materials Selection/Collection Development Policy

A. Objectives

The purpose of the Kewaunee Public Library is to provide all individuals in the community with carefully selected books and other materials to aid the individual in the pursuit of education, information, research, pleasure, and the creative use of leisure time.

Because of the volume of publishing, as well as the limitations of budget and space, the library must have a selection policy with which to meet community interests and needs.

The materials selection/collection development policy is used by the library staff in the selection of materials and also serves to acquaint the general public with the principles of selection.

The Library Bill of Rights and The Freedom to Read Statement have been endorsed by the Kewaunee Public Library Board of Trustees and are integral parts of the policy.

The materials selection/collection development policy, like all other policies, will be reviewed and/or revised as the need arises.

B. Responsibility for Selection

The ultimate responsibility for selection of library materials rests with the library director who operates within the framework of the policies determined by the Kewaunee Public Library Board of Trustees. This responsibility may be shared with other members of the library staff; however, because the director must be available to answer to the library board and the general public for actual selections made, the director has the authority to reject or select any item contrary to the recommendations of the staff.

C. Criteria for Selection

  1. The main points considered in the selection of materials are:
      1. individual merit of each item
      2. popular appeal/demand
      3. suitability of material for the clientele
      4. existing library holdings
      5. budget
  2. Reviews are a major source of information about new materials. The primary source(s) of reviews is (are) Library Journal, Booklist, Publishers Weekly and various online sources.
  3. The lack of a review or an unfavorable review shall not be the sole reason for rejecting a title which is in demand. Consideration is, therefore, given to requests from library patrons and books discussed on public media. Materials are judged on the basis of the work as a whole, not on a part taken out of context.

D. Interlibrary Loan

Because of limited budget and space, the library cannot provide all materials that are requested. Therefore, interlibrary loan is used to obtain from other libraries those materials that are beyond the scope of this library’s collection.

In return for utilizing interlibrary loan to satisfy the needs of our patrons, the Kewaunee Public Library agrees to lend its materials to other libraries through the same interlibrary loan network, and to make an effort to have its current holdings listed in a tool that is accessible by other libraries throughout the state.

E. Gifts and Donations

The library accepts gifts of books and other materials with the understanding that they will be added to the collection only if appropriate and needed. If they are not needed because of duplication, condition, or dated information the director can dispose of them as he/she sees fit. The same criteria of selection which are applied to purchased materials are applied to gifts. Memorial gifts of books or money are also accepted with suitable bookplates placed in the book. Specific memorial books can be ordered for the library on request of a patron if the request meets the criteria established by the Board. It is desirable for gifts of or for specific titles to be offered after consultation with the library director. Book selection will be made by the director if no specific book is requested. The Kewaunee Public Library encourages and appreciates gifts and donations.

By law, the library is not allowed to appraise the value of donated materials, though it can provide an acknowledgment of receipt of the items if requested by the donor.

F. Weeding

An up-to-date, attractive and useful collection is maintained through a continual withdrawal and replacement process. Replacement of worn volumes is dependent upon current demand, usefulness, more recent acquisitions, and availability of newer editions. This ongoing process of weeding is the responsibility of the library director and is authorized by the Board of Trustees. Withdrawn materials will be handled in a similar manner and under the same authority as donated materials.

G. Potential Problems or Challenges

The Kewaunee Public Library recognizes that some materials are controversial and that any given item may offend some patrons. Selection of materials will not be made on the basis of anticipated approval or disapproval, but solely on the basis of the principles stated in this policy.

Responsibility for the reading materials of children rests with their parents or legal guardians. Selection of library materials will not be inhibited by the possibility that materials may come into the possession of children.

Library materials will not be marked or identified to show approval or disapproval of their contents, and no library material will be sequestered except to protect it from damage or theft.

H. Challenged Materials

Although materials are carefully selected, there can arise differences of opinion regarding suitable materials. Patrons requesting that material be withdrawn from or restricted within the collection may complete the reconsideration form which is available on our website or in the library. The inquiry will be placed on the agenda of the next regular meeting of the Kewaunee Public Library Board of Trustees. The Library Director and the Board of Trustees will review the challenged item and respond to the citizen. Decisions of the Board shall be final. No citizen may reissue a complaint for the same material for five years.

In order to request that material, programs, art, or exhibits be considered for exclusion or removal from the library, a patron must do the following:

  1. Be a resident of Kewaunee County. Residents’ taxes pay for the materials held by the library; therefore, only residents may request that a material be reconsidered.
  2. Be a library card holder from one of the Kewaunee County libraries.
  3. Have reviewed the Kewaunee Public Library Collection Development Policy and the Library Bill of Rights.
  4. Complete the Kewaunee Public Library Reconsideration of Material Form. Only completed forms will be reviewed by the library. The library does not respond to anonymous phone calls, rumors, or voiced concerns according to the reconsideration process.

Updated and Approved October 19, 2022

Circulation Policy

A. Registration

All borrowers must be registered and must have a valid system patron card to borrow library materials.

Patrons must fill out an application form to register for a new library card. The following statement will be printed on the registration form for the patron’s information and acceptance:

I accept responsibility for library materials borrowed with the library card issued to me until I report the card lost or stolen. I agree to pay fines for materials returned to the library after their due date and to reimburse the library for materials that are lost, damaged, or stolen.

Signature _________________________________

Identification is required. A driver’s license is preferred; however, any other official ID or recent non-personal piece of mail may be acceptable.

Applicants under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian give their consent on the application form before a new card can be issued. This parental signature is not required for children who are renewing cards.

Materials cannot be checked out until a library card is issued.

All library cards expire after three years. In order to renew a library card, patrons must produce identification and must clear all outstanding fines and bills.

B. Lost or forgotten cards

If a patron loses his/her library card, he should notify the library as soon as possible and request a replacement. The first replacement card is free. After that, replacement card cost is $3.00.

All patrons, adult and juvenile, are expected to bring their library cards with them if they intend to check out items. An individual who repeatedly ignores this expectation may be denied the privilege of checking out materials until they present their card at the library.

C. Loan periods

Current loan periods for items are the following:

  • Books, audiobooks: 28 days
  • Magazines, audio music CDs: 14 days
  • DVDs: 14 days
  • Interlibrary loans are due the date indicated by the lending library.
  • Short-loan items (items with a large number of holds): 14 days, 7 days for DVDs
  • All items (with the exception of Interlibrary Loans and Short Loan items) may be renewed up to 3 times as long as there are no holds on the selected item.
  • Reference items do not circulate in general, but special requests may be made.

The director may establish the loan period for special collections, materials which are temporarily in great demand, such as for student projects, or materials added to the collection which are in a new format.

There is a limit of 150 items a patron can borrow at one time, 50 of which may be audiovisual materials (audiobooks, DVDs, music CDs, etc.).

D. Reserves

Reserves may be placed by patrons either in person, online, or over the phone. There is a limit of 50 items that may be placed on reserve. Patrons will be notified by email or telephone when the materials are available. There is no charge to the patron for placing a reserve or for interlibrary loan services.

E. Fines and charges

There are fines for overdue materials, with the exception of children, teen, and adult print materials which are fine free. Overdue notices will only be emailed to patrons that have provided an email address. If any material is not returned within a designated period, a bill will be sent for the material with the cost of replacement of the material. Patrons who have fines of $5.00 or more shall be denied borrowing privileges until the fines are paid. Any items not returned after the bill has been sent will be forwarded to the City Police Department for further processing under city ordinance 54-127.

F. Damaged materials

If materials are damaged so as to be judged by the library as being unsuitable for the collection, the patron must pay the replacement cost.

G. Confidentiality

As specified in Wisconsin Statutes 43.30, “records of any library which is in whole or in part supported by public funds, including the records of a public library system, indicating the identity of any individual who borrows or uses the library’s documents or other materials, resources or services may not be disclosed except by court order or to persons acting within the scope of their duties in the administration of the library or library system, to persons authorized by the individual to inspect such records, or to libraries authorized under subs. (2) and (3).”

The Kewaunee Public Library adheres strictly to all sections of this Statute regarding the protection of the confidentiality of its users.

Updated and Approved May 16, 2024

Equipment Use Policy

Public computers are available to patrons on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no charge for use of the Public computers, however, in order to make the service available to as many patrons as possible; a time limit for usage has been imposed. That time limit is 60 minutes. Library staff is available for general assistance in using the computer. However, staff is not expected to train patrons in the use of application programs. Printing is available. Printing costs are $ .25 per copy per side, black and white. Color copies are $.50 per copy per side. All printing must be paid for at the conclusion of the session.

A photocopy machine is available to patrons who wish to copy materials at the rate of $.25 per page per side for black and white and $.50 per page per side for color copies. Copy machine users are advised that there are restrictions on copyrighted materials. Any violation of copyright is the responsibility of the copy machine user.

Faxing is available for $.75 per page, including a cover page.

The Library is not responsible for any equipment, supplies, materials, clothing, or other items brought to the Library by any group or individual attending a meeting. The Library Board and staff do not assume any liability for groups or individuals attending a meeting in the Library.

Updated and Approved January 19, 2022

Internet Policy

The Library Board establishes this Internet policy to ensure appropriate use of the Internet resources within the Library.

  1. Individuals will use their OWLSnet/Infosoup library card to access the library’s public internet computers. Access will be denied if the patron’s account is delinquent (having fines of $5.00 or more).
  2. Users must be 18 years old or present the Kewaunee Public Library Internet Consent Form signed by a parent or guardian.
  3. Adults who live outside the OWLSnet area will have to obtain a visitor pass from the library in order to use the computer.
  4. Librarians are available to help users get started. Users are then responsible for learning to use the Internet system.
  5. 60 minutes of computer access time is allowed per sign in. If no one is waiting to use a computer, patrons may continue with another 60 minute session. Sessions are on a first come, first serve basis.
  6. A maximum of two people may use the terminal together.
  7. Copies of material can be made. The charge is 25 cents per copy per side, black and white. Color copies are 50 cents per copy, per side. Patrons are responsible for all copies printed. Staff is available to help with printing if needed.
  8. The World Wide Web is a vast network of information and resources. The Kewaunee Public Library assumes no responsibility for content of material found on the Internet. It is the responsibility of the user (or parent, guardian or caregiver) to determine what content of material and information is appropriate.
  9. Patrons must respect the privacy of others by not misrepresenting oneself as another user, by not attempting to modify or gain access to files, passwords, or data belonging to others; or damaging or altering software components of any network or database.
  10. After reading the guidelines, using the Internet constitutes acceptance of Kewaunee Public Library Internet Policy.
  11. Misuse or abuse of this computer or Internet access will result in the suspension of Internet access privileges. First offense will result in a two month suspension of Internet privileges. Second offense will result in a six month suspension of Internet privileges. Third offense will result in permanent suspension of Internet privileges.

Updated and Approved January 19, 2022

Wireless Policy

Free wireless Internet access is available at the Kewaunee Public Library. Customers who have personal electronic devices with wireless Internet capability may be able to access a wireless connection from inside or around the perimeter of the Kewaunee Public Library. Kewaunee Public Library rules and policies regarding Internet use apply to wireless access. In addition:

  1. Library staff is unable to provide technical assistance.
  2. The Kewaunee Public Library cannot guarantee Internet speed or quality of the connection.
  3. The Kewaunee Public Library’s wireless network is not secure. Virus, security and privacy protection are not provided by the library and are the responsibility of the patron.
  4. The Kewaunee Public Library assumes no responsibility for damage, theft or loss of personal equipment, software, data, files or other personal property used in or around the library facility.
  5. Printing from the wireless network is provided by the Kewaunee Public Library during normal business hours.

Updated and Approved January 19, 2022

WiFi Hotspot Lending Policy

The Kewaunee Public Library has established a Wi-Fi hotspot lending program to provide patrons in our community with high-speed internet access. With this program, students can use the Internet for help with homework and projects, employees can travel with reliable internet access to meetings and presentations, and patrons can have home access to the Library’s digitals resources such as our databases, eBooks, streaming music and movies, and more. Patrons will be able to take advantage of our Wi-Fi hotspot lending program with an InfoSoup Library card.

The Library is not responsible for any liability, damages or expense resulting from use or misuse of the device, connection of the device to other electronic devices, or data loss resulting from use of device. Any use of the device for illegal purposes, unauthorized copying of copyright protected material in any format, or transmission of threatening, harassing, defamatory or obscene materials is strictly prohibited. See Kewaunee Public Library Internet Policy.

Eligibility: Wi-Fi hotspots may be borrowed by InfoSoup Library card holder’s ages 18 years of age or older, with a valid library card in good standing, and a permanent residence for 60 days. (I.D. address must be current home address).

Availability: Hotspots are available on a first-come, first served basis. If a Hot Spot is available on that day and there is no wait list, a reservation by phone or in person may be made. If a Hot Spot is not available, patron can choose to be added to a wait list. Reservations for Hot Spots may be made by phone or in person at the Kewaunee Public Library, following the 24-hour waiting period between checkouts policy. From the time of notification, a patron has 24 hours to pick up the hot spot before next patron is notified. The patron reserving the device must present an InfoSoup Library card and pick the unit up in person. You will be asked to sign a User Agreement that reiterates the provisions of the Mobile Hotspot Policy. The library reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who abuse equipment or who are repeatedly late in returning materials. 

Loan Period: Hotspots are checked out for a 7-day period (with no renewal.) Hotspots checkout is limited to one per household. When the hotspot is returned, there is a 24-hour waiting period to checkout another hotspot device by that household. In the event of an emergency where the Library is without wireless internet, the Library reserves the right to cancel reservations or recall hotspots in order to provide wireless service at the Library for public use.

Returns: Hotspots must be returned inside the Kewaunee Public Library only. This is a fragile piece of equipment. If it is put in the book drop, it may become damaged as other items are returned, thus hotspots may NOT be returned in the Book Drop. Patrons will be responsible for damage to the item if it is returned via the book drop. Returns via the book drop will result in a $5.00 fine.

Cancellation: Reservations may be cancelled by phone or in person.

Late Fines: There will be a $5.00 per day charge if the hotspot is returned late, up to the full replacement cost. If after 2 weeks from the due date, the hotspot is not returned, the borrower will be charged a $140 replacement fee. Repeated late returns may result in loss of hotspot borrowing privileges.

Lost or Damaged Hotspot: The borrower assumes full responsibility for the cost of repair or replacement in the event that the hotspot is lost, stolen or damaged. The charge for a lost or damaged hotspot is $100. This includes, but not limited to, any damage caused by returning the hotspot using the Book Drop. Damage of devices is not limited to broken materials, but can also include water damage or smoke damage. Please do not eat, drink, or smoke around devices and be courteous to the patron who may borrow it next. The cost for an unreturned charger and/or cable is $20.00. The cost for an unreturned box is $20.00.

Internet Use: The Kewaunee Public Library is not responsible for information accessed using this device or for personal information shared over the internet. Hotspot users are encouraged to use safe internet practices. See Kewaunee Public Library Internet Policy.

Privacy Policy: Your internet usage is not tracked by the Library. The Library does not have access to or collect specific usage data. The Library does not provide patron information to the service provider. The only data about the hotspot program that the Library collects is the following:

  • Total amount of data transmitted and received by each device (not user) during a billing cycle.
  • Anonymous circulation data related to checkout of the hotspot devices.

Updated and approved November 20, 2024

Meeting Room Policy

The Kewaunee Public Library will use the following policy in regards to library meeting room use.

  1. The room is available to individuals or organized groups in the Library service area. Exceptions may be made by the Library Board if the Board deems extenuating circumstances are involved.
  2. The fact that a group is permitted to meet at the Library does not in any way constitute an endorsement of the group’s policies or beliefs by the Library staff or Board.
  3. The room may be reserved no more than ninety days in advance.
  4. Reservations must be made with library staff.
  5. It is understood that library programming will have first priority in room use.
  6. There will be no charge for use of the meeting room.
  7. No admission may be charged by the group.
  8. Refreshments may be served and shall be provided by the group. No smoking or alcohol is allowed.
  9. The people using the room shall leave the room in a neat, clean, and orderly condition; if not, the group/individual will be given notice that continued offense will result in denied access to the meeting room.

Updated and Approved January 19, 2022

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