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Hamilton Public Library Policies

Library Board Core Position Statements

Library Board Policy Manual

The Hamilton Public Library has policies on the following topics:

  • Access and Security Control Policy 
  • Accessibility for Individuals with a Disability
  • Advocacy and Political Participation Policy
  • Artistic Display and Exhibits Policy
  • Borrowing Policy
  • Cash Handling Policy 
  • Chief Librarian/CEO Performance Appraisal Policy
  • Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy
  • Collections Policy
  • Community Publicity Policy
  • Community Publicity Procedure
  • Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy
  • Diversity and Inclusion Policy
  • Donations, Sponsorships and Fundraising Policy
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program Policy
  • Intellectual Freedom Policy
  • Library Service Hours Policy 
  • Local History and Archives Policy
  • Member and Service Commitment
  • Naming Opportunities Policy
  • Photography and Filming Policy
  • Privacy Policy for Library Members
  • Records Management Policy 
  • Red Book Inclusion Policy and Terms of Use
  • Refund Policy
  • Rehiring Retirees
  • Safety of Children in the Library
  • Secondary School Students Volunteer Commitment Guidelines
  • Security Camera Policy
  • Service Fees Policy
  • Technology Use Policy for Library Members
  • The Rights of Children and Youth in the Public Library Statement
  • Working With Us Policy
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