Library Policies

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Policies govern many aspects of library services and are approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees. All of our policies are reviewed by the City Attorney's Office and approved by our board of trustees.

Current Policies

Applicable Laws and Rules While on Library Property

Learn more about Washington state laws and Library rules that apply when visiting our locations.

Borrower Eligibility and Responsibilities Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Bulletin Board and Information Distribution Areas Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Community Use Agreement

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library Board of Trustees

Confidentiality of Patron Information Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Donor Recognition Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Exhibits Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Fees for Convenience Services Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Filming and Photography Procedure

Procedure approved by The Seattle Public Library Chief Librarian.

Food and Beverages in the Library Procedure

Procedure approved by the Executive Director and Chief Librarian.

Intellectual Freedom In Libraries Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Library Facilities and Meeting Rooms Use Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Library Restrooms Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Library Use of Artificial Intelligence

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Materials Donation Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Nondiscrimination: Complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Online Privacy Notice and Terms of Use

Privacy notice disclosing the information gathered when using The Seattle Public Library's electronic services.

Public Use of Children's Areas Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Public Use of the Internet Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Race and Social Justice Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Requesting Accommodations Procedure

Procedure approved by The Seattle Public Library Chief Librarian.

Selection and Withdrawal of Materials Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Service Animals Procedure

Procedure approved by The Seattle Public Library Chief Librarian.

Unattended Children Policy

Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

Volunteer Services Policy

Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.

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