Second, though there is a wealth of useful material for people of all ages, the Internet is unregulated and material may not be accurate. Moreover, the Internet enables access to material that may be offensive or disturbing to some individuals, and some parents might not want their children to have access to sites that contain such materials. Though the Library staff have tried to assess the validity of information on these sites, they cannot apply the same selection criteria which are used for other materials. The Library upholds and affirms the right of each individual to have access to constitutionally protected materials. Thus adult patrons are responsible for proper use of the Internet for themselves and their children.
Children can have full access if they obtain written permission from a parent or legal guardian.
The Library will continue to run free computer and Internet classes for as long as they are needed. Patrons are encouraged to take them. All prospective users must read the policy and procedures for Library computer and Internet usage. While the Library will make every effort to ensure that the use of the Internet is consistent with the mission statement, parents are encouraged to work closely with their children. Persons under the age of 18 must have permission from the parent or guardian.