Cameron Public Library

POLICIES

GENERAL POLICIES

                The Cameron Public library is an integral part of the City government.  Specific services are provided through the library.  The library will continue to develop its collections, staff and facilities to meet American Library Association Standards for public libraries.  

HOURS OF OPERATION

                The Cameron Public Library is open 41 hours per week.  Hours may be changed as becomes necessary.

COOPERATION WITH OTHER LIBRARIES

                It is the plan of the Cameron Public Library to continue cooperation with other libraries, information services, networks and systems on all bases  --  local, state, regional and national.

                                          COOPERATION WITH OTHER AGENCIES  

                The Cameron Public Library will work with educational institutions and community agencies to provide more complete service.

LIMITS OF SERVICE  

                Information service does not include providing information that is judgmental in nature.  The librarian will direct the patron to sources of information.  Falling into the category of judgmental are requests for advice on medicine, law and consumerism.

CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR PERSONNEL  

                Continuing education is a necessity for library staff members.  This important aspect of growth will be encouraged by allowing attendance at seminars, conferences and workshops, and sponsoring continuing education programs.     

CLOSING OF FACILITY  

                The Cameron Public Library will be closed for holidays, emergencies, etc. when deemed necessary by the library director.  The library board may make recommendations concerning special opening/closing of the library.  Notice will be posted.

updated Septemger 12, 2008
312 N. Chestnut; Cameron, MO 64429
voice phone: 816-632-2311 -- fax: 816-632-2969
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