Library Board of Trustees Agenda and Packet 2021 09 09

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Louisville Public Library Youth Services Division Revised and re -adopted by the Louisville Public Library Board of Trustees, XXXX, 2021. Youth Services staff strives to create a welcoming, inclusive, and accepting environment for youth and families regardless of background or abilities. If there's anything we could do to improve our environment for you and your family (including possible accommodations, programming suggestions, or book purchase suggestions), please reach out to a youth services staff member to share your feedback. Use of the Children's Area and Teen Loft The Children's area (grades 6 and younger) and The Teen Loft (grades 6-12) designed to foster an environment where Children, Teens, and Families fe 1 Adults without children in their charge may be asked to use other areas computers in the Children's area are intended for the use of children accompanying them. The entire collection is open to all patrons. Library staff e selection of materials. Parents or legal guardians have access to Library resources for their children only. Th expectations and visit the Library with them if t�e c Confidentiality of Library Records State law mandates that libraries cannot veaNin ormation concerning a patron's record or use to anyone except the Librar r. This means that a parent, guardian, or caregiver cannot access information o child's records unless the child is physically present or the parent/guardian/caregiv has th i 's Library card or account number. The owner of a Library card may designate '-her person to pick up items they have placed on hold. A parent can also name an alternaf pe to pick up holds if they do so in the child's presence. Keeping Children Sa The Children's Se D ion is committed to serving children; however, staff members cannot superv' e c arents and caregivers are reminded that the Library is a public building, st da?dsthe afety practices should be followed. In order to provide for the general welfare o benefit of all people using the Library, children under the age of nine must o anied by a responsible caregiver. for the behavior of their children while using the Library. Children nine the Library independently should not be left for long periods and should know how to reach a caregiver. If a child is unattended at closing, staff will attempt to contact their parents by telephone. If a caregiver cannot be reached within 20 minutes, staff will contact the Louisville Police Department. Two staff members will wait with the child until an officer arrives. Last Updated on: July 28, 2021 Page 1 of 2