The Library affirms the right of each individual to have access to constitutionally protected material. The Library also affirms the right and responsibility of parents to determine and monitor their children's use of Internet resources. The Internet stations are located where they can be monitored by staff for assistance and security. The Library's service does not include e-mail, telnet, ftp, chat, moo, mud, gopher, or most interactive plugins at this time. All prospective users must have orientation as a condition for using the Internet station.
Orientation includes training and guidelines for responsible use and care of the equipment.
Prospective users need a library card to register as Internet users and must sign an Internet Use Contract. Youth under 18 are required to have parental or guardian permission to access the Internet. Parents are encouraged to work closely with their children in selecting materials that are consistent with their personal and family values and boundaries. Parents are the supervisors of their children's use of the Internet. Internet stations are available on a first come, first served basis with time limits.