Library Policies
Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Policies

These policies outline expectations for Berlin-Peck Memorial Library staff and patrons, ensuring that Library services are delivered consistently, fairly, and in alignment with the Library’s mission. They help guide decision-making, establish clear procedures, and promote a safe and welcoming environment.

Feel free to call us at (860) 828-7125 with any questions or concerns.

Guiding Principles

We are driven by a clear vision that shapes the future of our library and its role in the community:

To be the heart of an engaged, informed, and vibrant community.

In pursuit of this vision, we are guided by our mission to serve the needs of our patrons and community:

Every day, the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library strengthens individuals and builds community through universal access to information, opportunities, ideas, and understanding.

Additional plans, surveys and other documents provide further guidance on how we fulfill this mission:

• 2024-2026 Strategic Plan: PDF
• 2023 Community Survey Results: PDF
• IDEA Statement: View Text

 

Governance and Staff

Policies in this section govern the Library as an entity, including the Library building, Library staff, the Library’s online presence, and the Library Board.

Library Board By-Laws	View Text
Organizational Chart	View Text
Emergencies Policy	Awaiting Approval
Non-Emergency Building Closures Policy	Awaiting Approval
Proactive Pandemic and Public Health Policy	View Text
Social Media Policy	View Text
Staff Scheduling Policy	Awaiting Approval
Volunteer Policy	View Text

 

Library Behavior

Policies in this section govern how patrons and other visitors are expected to behave while using the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library.

Patron Behavior Policy	View Text
Service Animal Policy	View Text
Unattended Children Policy	View Text

 

Circulation

Policies in this section govern the lending of Library materials.

Library Cards Policy	View Text
Fines and Fees Policy	View Text
Loan Periods and Limits Policy	View Text
Holds and Interlibrary Loans Policy	View Text
Returns Policy	View Text

 

Collection Development

Policies in this section govern the development, curation, and maintenance of Berlin-Peck Memorial Library’s collection of books and other items, both physical and digital.

Materials Selection Policy	View Text
Gifts Policy	View Text
Weeding Policy	View Text
Challenged Resources Policy	View Text
Materials On Display Policy	View Text

 

Events, Services, and Facilities

Policies in this section govern Library offerings that go beyond the borrowing of books or other items, including events and programs, services, and facilities for public use.

Programs Policy	View Text
Internet Access and Computer Use Policy	View Text
Displays, Exhibits, and Loans Policy	View Text
Public Posting Policy	View Text
Local History Room Policy	Awaiting Approval
Meeting Room Policy	Awaiting Approval
Study Room Policy	View Text
Tutoring Policy	View Text
Proctoring Policy	Awaiting Approval
Notary Public Policy	View Text
Passport Acceptance Facility Policy	View Text

 

Privacy and Records

Policies in this section govern the privacy of Library staff and patrons, as well as the confidentiality of borrowing records and other personal information.

Confidentiality of Library Records Policy	View Text
Image, Sound, and Video Recording Policy	View Text
Security Camera Policy	View Text

 

Policies Awaiting Update or Replacement

These policies are expected to be replaced by the Library Board very soon, but are currently still in effect.

• Berlin History Room Policy
• Proctoring Policy
• Staff Policies
• Meeting Room Policy
• Closing Policy