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All locations of The Seattle Public Library and book returns at the Central Library will be closed on Indigenous Peoples' Day, Monday, October 14.
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Policy adopted by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.
Explore Borrower Eligibility and Responsibilities Policy
Explore Bulletin Board and Information Distribution Areas Policy
Policy approved by The Seattle Public Library board of trustees.
Explore Confidentiality of Patron Information Policy
Explore Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Policy
Explore Donor Recognition Policy
Explore Exhibits Policy
Explore Fees for Convenience Services Policy
Procedure approved by The Seattle Public Library Chief Librarian.
Explore Filming and Photography Procedure
Procedure approved by the Executive Director and Chief Librarian.
Explore Food and Beverages in the Library Procedure
Explore Intellectual Freedom In Libraries Policy
Explore Library Facilities and Meeting Rooms Use Policy
Explore Library Restrooms Policy
Explore Materials Donation Policy
Explore Nondiscrimination: Complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act
Privacy notice disclosing the information gathered when using The Seattle Public Library's electronic services.
Explore Online Privacy Notice and Terms of Use
Explore Public Use of Children's Areas Policy
Explore Public Use of the Internet Policy
Explore Race and Social Justice Policy
Explore Requesting Accommodations Procedure
Explore Rules of Conduct
Explore Selection and Withdrawal of Materials Policy
Explore Service Animals Procedure
Explore Unattended Children Policy
Explore Volunteer Services Policy
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