Conduct Policy
The Library has a responsibility to provide an environment conducive to library use. Library users are expected to conduct themselves in a reasonable manner.
- Library users must comply with all applicable laws, codes and policies including the Meeting Room Policy.
- Conduct that disturbs library users or that hinders people from using the Library or library materials is prohibited.
- Behavior that interferes with staff’s ability to do their job is prohibited. Patrons will follow direction/instruction from library staff as issued, including those related to safety and emergency protocols.
- Library users will not engage in behavior that could compromise the safety of
themselves or others. - Damage, destruction or theft of Library property (including, but not limited to: materials, furniture or equipment) is prohibited.
- Users whose odor constitutes a nuisance will be required to leave the building.
- Sleeping or dozing is prohibited in the Library.
- Library users may eat or drink only in the library’s designated areas. Consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on library property.
- Soliciting donations of money or anything of value and selling or taking orders for anything of value in the Library is prohibited by County Code 80.520.
- The use of skateboards, bicycles, scooters, shopping carts and rollerblades is prohibited in the Library. Bicycles must be placed in a designated location.
- Library users must have all their possessions in their constructive control at all times. The library assumes no responsibility for possessions left in the building.
- Defacing, destroying or the intentional insertion of flyers or any other unsolicited materials into library books, magazines, or other items is strictly prohibited.
- Violation of any of these regulations may result in the suspension of Library privileges. In accordance with the Suspension of Library Privileges Policy, individuals have the right to appeal any such action by contacting Washoe County Library Administration.
APPROVED: July 18, 2007
REVISED: February 15, 2012
REVISED: May 22, 2014
REVISED: November 20, 2024