The Old Forge Library offers access to electronic resources, including the Internet, as part of its mission to provide services and materials in a variety of formats to meet the information, education and recreation needs of its community. The Library considers its endorsement of the Library Bill of Rights and the Freedom to Read documents to apply as well to equal access to and use of such electronic information. Access to all library materials including those available over the Internet is governed by the Library's Card Holder Policy. Supervision or restriction of a child's access to the Internet (Library Card Holder - Youth), as with other library resources, remains the responsibility of the parent or legal guardian.
The Internet is a relatively unregulated medium on which any person, institution, or group in the world can place information in any format. It is a global entity which does not fall under the control of governance of any single agency, government, or organization. The availability of networked information via library terminals does not constitute the Library's endorsement of the content of that information. Information found on the Internet may or may not be accurate, appropriate, factual, timely, or useful. If any patron believes that information obtained from the Internet is inaccurate or offensive, the patron may contact the original producer or distributor of said information.
Access: Public access to the Library's Internet services by valid card holders is conditional upon prior filing with the Library of written indication of understanding and acceptance of this policy. The Library affirms its traditional role in not censoring or monitoring use of its resources regardless of format.
Privacy: Patrons should be aware that due to the size and configuration of the Library, privacy for Internet research or email activities can not be ensured.
Inappropriate Use: Inappropriate use of the library terminals or Internet access can result in suspension, and possible cancellation of the privilege to use this resource. Examples of inappropriate use include, but are not limited to the following:
Time Limits: Patrons must limit their usage to their assigned time block. Provision for extension may be made in the event that there is not another patron waiting at its conclusion.
Staff Support: Available staff support is limited. it is the responsibility of the patron to possess or acquire adequate training in computer and online services use before using the library equipment and Internet access facilities. The library will provide programming to assist its patrons in this educational pursuit as resources to do so are available.
The Library reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Internet, without prior notice or explanation, for reasons of suspected inappropriate use or staff convenience. It also reserves discretion to amend this policy and availability of Internet services without notice.
Approved by: Old Forge Library Board of Trustees: June 11, 1998
I, (please print name as printed on library card)____________________________________ , am a Mid-York Library cardholder. My # is _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _. I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the above stated policy provisions.
Signature:_______________________________
Dated: _______________________________