Before we had a computer with Internet access, which we do have a filter on, at home, we used the computers at the library. There was a sign by the computers that said accessing chat rooms was not allowed. Still, when I looked at what people were doing, three out of five computer users were involved in chat rooms. Apparently the librarians cannot oversee everything that is be done on the computers. As far as people accessing pornography, not only do I not want my children to be exposed, I don't want to be exposed to it either.
Pornography hurts all involved.
The ordinance on Tuesday's ballot would still allow one computer with no filter. Let this computer be in the adult only area of the library away from the others. That way, those of us who want protection can enjoy the benefits of the Internet while not being worried about what we consider trash. As a frequent library patron, I've always felt secure that Herrick District Library was a safe place for my family. I still feel that way.