Library Policies
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Circulation
Policies
» New
Library Cards
» Visitor
Cards
» Loan
Periods and Fines |
» Renewals
» Requests
» Overdue
Materials
» Lost/Damaged
Materials |
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Excerpts From
Materials Selection Policies
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Internet and
Computer Policies
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Circulation Policies
New
Library Cards
The Teton County Library offers a free library card to
all area full-time and seasonal residents and employees. A library card
grants borrowing privileges to the holder. It may also be used at most
public libraries in Wyoming. Photo identification and a local mailing
address are required to apply for a card.
Please have your card on hand for all Library services
as its unique barcode guarantees accurate and private access to your
record in the statewide library system. A Personal Identification Number
(PIN) will be assigned to your new card to provide access to research
databases and your library card account via the Internet.
Visitor Cards
Visitors from out of state can purchase a visitor
card for a one-time fee of $5.00. Visitors are limited to checking out
four items at a time.
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Loan Periods and
Fines
| Item Type |
Loan Period |
Fine |
Most Library Materials
In-State Borrows
Out-of-State Borrows
Videos/DVDs
CD or Cassette Player
Wireless PC/Mac Card |
3 weeks
varies
varies
1 week
2 hours in-library use
2 hours in-library use |
$ .05/day
$ .05/day
$ 1.00/day
$ 1.00/day
$ 5.00/day
$ 5.00/hour |
Renewals
Most Library materials may be renewed twice, providing
there are no outstanding requests for the items. You will need your
library card to renew items in person, by phone or by using the online
catalog WYLDCAT.
Your PIN is required for online renewals.
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Requests
Requests may be placed on items currently checked out
or on order. You will need your library card and the author and title
of the item you wish to request. You may place your request in person,
by phone or through the online catalog WYLDCAT.
You will be notified as soon as it becomes available. Prompt pick up is
appreciated; we will hold items out of circulation for one week. If you
are picking up an item on hold for someone else, you must bring that person's
library card in order to check the item out.
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Overdue Items
If you keep items two weeks beyond the due date,
we will mail or e-mail you an overdue notice. A second notice will be
sent after four weeks. If you reach the maximum fine of $5.00, you may
no longer borrow materials until fines are paid.
Lost/Damaged Materials
You are responsible for any library material checked
out on your card. If an item is lost, stolen or damaged beyond repair,
the fee is the current value of the item plus a $5.00 processing fee.
A mending fee of $5.00 may be charged for slightly damaged items.
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Excerpts from Materials Selection Policies
Principles of Materials
Selection
Library materials shall be chosen for values of
interest and enlightenment of all the people of the community. Material
shall not be excluded because of the race, nationality or the political
or religious views of the writer.
There shall be the fullest practical provision of materials
presenting all points of view concerning the problems and issues of
our times - international, national and local - and materials of sound
factual authority shall not be proscribed or removed from library shelves
because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval. The public library does
not promote particular beliefs or views. It provides a resource where
individuals can examine issues freely and make their own decisions.
Responsibility for the reading of minors rests
with their parents and legal guardians. Selection of adult material
will not be limited by the possibility that books may inadvertently
come into the possession of minors.
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Selection Criteria
- Contemporary significance
or permanent value.
- Accuracy of information
- Reputation and/or authority
of author, editor or illustrator.
- Literary merit.
- Relation to the existing
collection and to other materials on the subject.
- Price and availability.
- Suitability of physical
form to the library use.
- Scarcity of information
in the subject area.
- Availability of materials
in other area libraries.
- Presentation of all sides
of controversial issues.
- Technical quality
in the selection of non-book materials.
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Internet and Computer Use
Policies
WYLDCAT the Online Catalog
The Teton County Library catalog is part of the
Wyoming Libraries Database WYLDCAT.
This database contains more than one million titles, and it provides
access to the collections of most public and academic libraries in the
state. Along with WYLDCAT, our public access computers also offer periodical
indexes and a direct connection with State government information.
Internet Policies
The Teton County Library provides free public access to the Internet
through wired and wireless access points as an informational, educational,
and recreational resource. The library supports intellectual freedom,
and does not control or censor databases or services available on public
computers, or through the Internet. Use of the Library's Internet is
subject to the Library's "Policy
on Confidentiality of Library Records." The Teton County Library
supports the American Library Association statement on Access
Networks and its Library
Bill of Rights.
The World Wide Web Internet connection provides access to other computer
systems throughout the world. Some of the most current and up-to-date
sources of information today are only available via the Internet. Network
users are advised that some systems contain material that may be considered
offensive, illegal, and/or inaccurate. Teton County Library computers
can be used only for legal purposes. Patrons must adhere to copyright
law. Out of respect for the rights of all library users, the library
reserves the right to require the use of privacy screens. Engaging in
disruptive or illegal conduct will result in suspension of computer
privileges and potential prosecution.
Computer use policies
Users must observe posted time limits. Computers can be used only for
their designated purpose. Patrons must not install files or abuse equipment.
Patrons can save files to a floppy disk or USB drive. The library is
not responsible for loss of data.
Children's use of Library Computers
Pre-school children must be accompanied by an adult. We prefer that
elementary age children are also accompanied by an adult. Parents/guardians
must assume responsibility for their children's use of library computers
and the Internet. The Teton County Library provides free, unfiltered
public access to the Internet in two locations in the library-in the
Adult Reference area and in the Youth Services area. Adults are not
permitted to use the Youth Services Internet computers unless accompanying
their child.
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Computer Use Policies
Users must observe posted time limits. Computers can
be used only for their designated purpose. Patrons must not install files
or abuse equipment. Patrons can save files to a floppy disk. The library
is not responsible for loss of data.
Children's Use of Library
Computers
Preschool children must be accompanied by an adult.
We prefer that elementary age children are also accompanied by an adult.
Parents/guardians must assume responsibility for their children's use
of library computers and the Internet.
Library Bill of Rights
1. Books and other library resources should be provided for the interest,
information, and enlightenment of all people of the community the library
serves. Materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background,
or views of those contributing to their creation.
2. Libraries should provide materials and information presenting all
points of view on current and historical issues. Materials should not
be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval.
3. Libraries should challenge censorship in the fulfillment of their
responsibility to provide information and enlightenment.
4. Libraries should cooperate with all persons and groups concerned
with resisting abridgment of free expression and free access to ideas.
5. A person’s right to use a library should not be denied or abridged
because of origin, age, background, or views.
6. Libraries which make exhibit spaces and meeting rooms available to
the public they serve should make such facilities available on an equitable
basis, regardless of the beliefs or affiliations of individuals or groups
requesting their use.
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