The Board of Trustees of the Des Plaines Public Library
believes that all people have the right to use the materials,
services, and facilities of the Library without disruption from
others. Patrons and staff also have the right to a secure and
comfortable environment. The following Rules of Conduct have been
established to maintain these rights:
1. All behavior that is disruptive or hinders the use of the
Library for another
person is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to,
extended loud or unusual noises, indecent behavior, offensive or
unbecoming conduct or language, blocking the stairways or entrance
or exits, and verbal or physical harassment.
2. Viewing Internet images that display nudity in a sexual
context or sexual activity is prohibited.
3. Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the Library building.
4. Beverages in covered containers are welcome in the library.
Eating is prohibited in public areas, except for meeting rooms.
5. Animals, except those used to aid persons with disabilities,
are not permitted
in the Library.
6. Selling products or services and soliciting donations are
prohibited on Library property unless authorized by the Library
Administrator.
7. Taking surveys, photographs, distributing leaflets,
brochures or other literature, and petitioning are prohibited on
Library property unless authorized by the Library Administrator.
8. Parents are responsible for the behavior of their children
while they are on
Library property. Children under eight years of age must be
accompanied and directly supervised by a responsible caregiver 16
years or older at all times in all areas of the library.
9. The violation of federal or state laws and local ordinances
will not be permitted on Library property. Theft, vandalism, and
mutilation of Library property are criminal offenses that will be
prosecuted. The Library reserves the right to inspect all bags,
purses, briefcases, backpacks and other such items when staff
members have cause to believe that this rule has been violated.
