It's Wednesday 6:27 PM — Closing in 33 minutes Please limit visits to 1 hour. BORROW LEARN ATTEND Open the catalog Kids catalog Get A Card Borrowing Services We Recommend Purchase Request Contact Us Library Info Murray.utah.gov ACCOUNT LIBRARY INFO PURPOSE Make lives better and enrich communities. MISSION Be community driven and forward-thinking. VISION Open new worlds through discovery and imagination. VALUES Focus on the future of our patrons and community by being helpful, welcoming, inclusive, engaging and innovative. Kim Fong – Director – 801-264-2585 Murray City Library 166 E 5300 S Murray 801-264-2580 BOARD INFORMATION Board Members District 1 – Kirsten Woodbury District 2 – Dustin Lewis District 3 – L. Sage Fitch District 4 – Brent Gardner District 5 – Vicki Matsumori At Large – Ali Lyddall At Large – Jessica Lucero Miller Disctrict Map Board Meeting Minutes July 2021 Library Board Minutes June 2021 Library Board Minutes May 2021 Library Board Minutes April 2021 Library Board Minutes March 2021 Library Board Minutes LIBRARY POLICIES Call 801-264-2585 for clarifications Get a Library Card Bring Photo ID and Current Address Code of Conduct Patrons shall be engaged in activities associated with the use of a public library while in the building. Patrons not engaged in reading, studying, using Library materials/the computers/wireless system or attending events may be asked to leave the building. The following behavior is not permitted: Any illegal activity. Soliciting. Blocking access to entrances and exits, inside or outside the library. Use of wheeled devices, except for wheelchairs, walkers, medically necessary scooters and strollers inside or outside the library. Loud talking, other noises or actions that distract and interrupt other patrons or staff. Using audible devices without headphones or with headphones set at a volume that disturbs others. Using communication devices in a manner that disturbs others. Running, pushing, shoving, physical threats, horseplay or other acts of violence. Any harassment or abuse, whether verbal or physical, of patrons or library employees. Harassment may include but is not limited to verbal or physical conduct another individual reasonably perceives to be hostile, threatening, or offensive. Misuse or abuse of furniture, equipment, materials or other library property. Littering inside or outside the library. Failure to follow library policies regarding public access to the Internet. The library is a smoke-free and drug-free environment; smoking, tobacco products, e-cigarettes, alcohol and drugs are prohibited. Patrons shall not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs while in the library. Only service animals are permitted. Individuals with a service animal must maintain control of the animal at all times. Food and drink is allowed in the library if practiced “within reason” as determined by library staff. Patrons should not leave personal items unattended. The library cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items. The library reserves the right to respond to any and all conduct not expressly set forth herein, but which is deemed by library staff to interfere with the use of the library by other patrons or library staff. Patrons will be warned once and required to leave the premises if the unacceptable behavior continues. Repeat misconduct for minor offenses or the commission of severe offenses (even if a single isolated event) may result in individuals being immediately trespassed from the library for a specified period of time determined by library staff, or in extremely severe and extraordinary circumstances, permanently. Trespass procedures are outlined below. Adopted by the Murray Library Board of Trustees – June 21, 2006; Revised June, 20, 2018. Internet and Computer Use Services Murray Library provides computers, network access, wireless access and software applications. Access The library upholds and affirms the right of each individual adult to access to constitutionally protected material. The library abides by all local, State and Federal laws or regulations concerning Internet access by adults and minors. The library uses an internet technology protection measure that strives to protect against access to visual depictions (1) of child pornography, (2) that are harmful to minors, or (3) are obscene. The library imposes time limits to facilitate equitable access to computers. Users may extend their initial 30 minute session, if no one is waiting for the computer, up to a limit of four (4) hours per day. Definitions “Adult” is an individual 18 years of age or older. “Minor” is an individual younger than 18 years of age. “Technology Protection Measure” is a technology that blocks or filters Internet access to visual depictions. “Child Pornography” is defined in Section 76-5b-103 “Harmful to Minors” is defined in Section 76-10-1201 “Obscene” is defined in 20 U.S.C. Sec. 9101 Procedures A library card is required for internet access. Out of state users may obtain a guest pass with government issued photo identification. Restriction of a minor’s access to the Internet is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. The wireless network uses an Internet technology protection measure and is available to all. The Library Director or a designee may, in accordance with the law, disable a technology protection measure to permit an adult to access constitutionally protected material. Individuals accessing the Internet must follow all local, State and Federal laws regarding acceptable behavior. Visual depiction of sexual material may create an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment which is prohibited by the Murray City Anti-Harassment Policy. Complaints about this policy or its enforcement should be submitted in writing to the Library Director, who will respond within 30 days. The decision of the director may be appealed to the Board of Trustees in writing within 30 days. The Library Board or the Murray City Attorney will respond to the appeal within 30 days. This policy was adopted on June 16, 2004. Reviewed and amended by the Murray Library Board of Trustees –April 17, 2019 Library Cards, Loan Periods, Fines Goal The intent of this policy is to set rules which provide fair and equal access to books and other library materials. The Library Board of Trustees delegates to the staff the authority to establish procedures and implement technology which supports this goal. Library Cards Adults eighteen years of age or older with photo identification and proof of current address are eligible. Minors under eighteen years of age must have the approval of their parent/legal guardian in the library at the time card is issued. Adults are responsible for all charges to their account and their children’s account. A valid library card or photo identification which confirms the account must be presented at checkout. Utah residents who have photo identification but do not have proof of current address can be issued a Limited Use card, with which they may check out 3 items, including 1 DVD. The library offers free borrowing privileges to all Utah residents. Visitors from out-of-state may be eligible for a temporary card ($5.00 fee), with which they may have 10 items checked out. This includes a maximum of 3 DVD’s 3 Music CDs, and 3 CD Books. Lost or stolen cards and changes in residence, email address, or telephone number should be reported as soon as possible to ensure prompt and accurate notification. Checkout Periods Books, CD Books, and Music Checkout for 28 Days. 20 CD Books and 20 CD Music Discs at a time. Movies and Tablets Checkout for 7 Days. 20 Movies and 1 Tablet at a time. Hot Ticket Movies Checkout for 4 Days and Hot Ticket Books Checkout for 14 Days. 1 Hot Ticket Movie and 1 Hot Ticket Book at a time Fines Book, CD Book, and Music Overdue Fines are $.15 per day. Movie and Tablet Overdue Fines are $.50 per day. Children under 18 years of age may check out DVDs with parent’s/legal guardian’s permission. Library materials may be renewed twice unless a hold is pending. “Hot Ticket” items may not be renewed or placed on hold. Patrons may have 50 items checked out at a time. New patrons will have a one month probationary period in which they may have 10 items checked out. The maximum fine is $5.00 per item. Borrowing privileges are suspended when fines exceed ten dollars ($10.00). While every effort is made to notify patrons of overdue items, patrons are responsible for the return of items, regardless of overdue notification by the library. Patrons who fail to return materials or disregard overdue or billing notices will be referred to a collection agency, at which time a ten dollar ($10.00) recovery cost fee will be assessed. Other costs may include $1.00 to replace a library card and paying the list price to replace a lost book or movie. Interlibrary Loan Requests Interlibrary Loan service is only available to full privilege, adult patrons whose accounts are in good standing. This service is not available to Limited Use, New or Homebound patrons. If a book is not available through the Salt Lake City Library or the Salt Lake County Library, you may submit a request to borrow it from another library. Only standard-sized books can be submitted as Interlibrary Loan requests. We are unable to fulfill requests for oversized items, textbooks, academic books and journals or audio-visual materials. Patrons may only have one interlibrary loan at a time. An interlibrary loan must be returned on time and in good condition before another request can be made. All Interlibrary Loans will check out for an initial three-week period, unless otherwise requested by the lending library. Renewal requests must be made to the Customer Service Librarian at least 5 business days in advance of an item’s due date. There is no guarantee of renewals. All fees and fines associated with an Interlibrary Loan will be the responsibility of the patron. Adopted by the Murray Library Board of Trustees August 18, 2021 Materials Selection Goal The Murray Library selects materials which promote the joy of reading, viewing, and listening. The library collections are designed to give our patrons materials they will enjoy. In selecting materials to reflect the diversity of the needs and interests of our patrons, it should be recognized that some materials may seem inappropriate or insignificant to some readers or viewers while being appropriate or significant to others. The library does not necessarily endorse or agree with the opinions expressed by the materials in the collection. The Library Board of Trustees delegates the authority to make selection decisions to the library staff and adopts a budget which actively promotes a collection that responds to community needs. Scope As a popular materials library we make selections based on anticipated and actual demand. The collection is not designed to be all inclusive or comprehensive. Patron interest will be determined by comparative statistical use reports. Patron requests are given a very high priority in our selection process. The community defines our collection through their requests, suggestions, and use. Requests may be limited by available funds. Retention Due to limited capacity, titles must earn space on our shelves or they are removed to make room for newer and/or more popular materials. Materials are retained as long as they have a demonstrated value based on use reports. Materials deleted from our collection are donated to our Friends of the Library for possible sale in their used book sale. Gifts The Murray Library welcomes and accepts donations without conditions from the donor. Donated materials may be added to the collection, given to our Friends group for resale, or discarded. Reconsiderations The Library has a process established by the Library Board of Trustees to review and respond to a patron’s request to reconsider materials in the collection. REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION. Approved by the Murray Library Board February 15, 2017. Room Use The library offers meeting rooms where the community can gather to share information, discuss ideas, and present programs. The library welcomes and invites groups to use the rooms which are available without charge, by reservation regardless of the group’s beliefs or affiliations. Use of library meeting rooms does not constitute endorsement by the Library or its Board of Trustees of the ideas or opinions expressed by the participants or sponsors. Room Types Study Rooms are available for use by 1 to 6 individuals. Quiet Study Rooms are available for use by 1 to 2 individuals. The Board Room is available for use by 2 to 14 individuals. The Auditorium is available for use by 4 to 135 individuals. Seating capacity is 58. Requests for Reservations Access priority is given to use by the Murray Library and the Murray City Corporation. All meetings in the Board Room or Auditorium must be open to the public unless closed by a public body in accordance with the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act. The Library reserves the right to cancel or postpone previously scheduled reservations for library or city use with advance prior notice. Individuals requesting the room must have a valid Murray Library card in good standing. This individual is responsible for the appropriate use of the room and must be in attendance. Individuals requesting the Board Room or the Auditorium must be at least 18 years of age. If a patron does not claim the room within 15 minutes of the reservation time, the reservation may be cancelled and the room will be made available to other patrons. Rooms are available Monday through Thursday from 10:15 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10:15 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Reservations for the Auditorium and the Board Room may be requested 90 days in advance of the scheduled date. Permission may be granted to established Murray civic organizations to annually schedule reservations for the auditorium for monthly meetings for the period of their membership year. Online reservation requests are encouraged. Requests may also be made in person or by phone at 801 264-2580. Online acceptance of terms and conditions is considered a valid agreement. Terms and Conditions Damage to Library property as the result of room misuse will be charged to the individual who reserved the room. Room use cannot interfere with library services. The library reserves the right to enforce fire codes and its Code of Conduct. Due to limited parking, Auditorium meeting participants are restricted to the 28 parking spaces along the east side of the lot. Only commercially prepared food is allowed in the Auditorium. The Salt Lake County Health Department prohibits the serving of homemade food or drink. Nothing can be affixed to library property. Signage is available to indicate the location, time, and a brief description of Auditorium events. Set up and clean up, including returning furniture to its original location, is the responsibility of the reserving group. The Library is not responsible for any meeting participant’s property or personal belongings. All rooms must be vacated no later than 30 minutes before library closing hours. Activities involving firearms, live ammunition, or hazardous substances are not permitted. This does not apply to the legal possession of firearms. Groups are responsible for complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and for providing requested accommodations. Failure to follow these terms and conditions may result in loss of room use privileges. Appeal of staff decisions may be referred to the Library Director first and finally to the Library Board. Meetings held for commercial purposes are prohibited, including sales, marketing, or solicitation of names for future sales and business referrals. Commercial institutions may utilize the rooms for non-profit purposes. No admission fees may be solicited or collected and the sale of products or services is not permitted. Adopted by the Murray Library Board of Trustees November 20, 2019. Trespass Procedure After Library staff determines that a person has engaged in severe or repeated misconduct and staff has determined that the individual involved should be trespassed from the Library, the following procedures will be followed: Staff will issue, or cause to be issued by police or other apparent authority, a trespass notice to the individual involved, notifying the individual that they are trespassed from the Library and the Library’s property. The notice shall indicate the reasons for the trespass, and the effective time period of trespass. It will also notify the individual of the process for appealing the trespass. The individual’s Library card shall be deactivated for the same length of time as the trespass. The staff member issuing the trespass notice will inform staff on the Staff Page, placing pertinent information on the “Trespassed” spreadsheet. Staff will forward a copy of the trespass notice and a written description of the incident to the Library Director. After consultation with Library staff, if the Library Director (“Director”) agrees with the reasons for the trespass, the Director need take no further action. If, after consultation with staff, the Director deems it appropriate to rescind or modify the terms of the trespass, the Director shall notify in writing the affected individual and Library staff about the decision to modify or rescind the trespass, including the reasons for the modification or rescission. Within ten (10) days from the date of being issued the trespass notice, the affected individual may make a written request for the Director to review the trespass notice. Upon such a request, the Director will review and may reconsider the decision of trespass. If information submitted by the affected individual warrants modification, the Director may shorten or terminate the trespass. The Director shall provide a written determination to the individual within ten (10) days of receiving the request for review. The Director may consult with the City Attorney’s Office before issuing a response to the affected individual. An affected individual must request the Director’s review and determination before proceeding with the appeal process outlined here. (Insert link to Appeal Process) Until such time as the trespass has been reviewed and/or modified by the Director, or reversed or modified on appeal, the affected individual may not use the Library. Trespass Appeal Process The aggrieved individual must first submit a written request to the Library Director asking for an official review of the trespass. The Library Director’s determination may be appealed as follows: Appeals shall be heard by an independent hearing officer. A list of five (5) hearing officers shall be appointed by the Library Board. For each appeal, the Board shall assign one (1) hearing officer from the list to handle the specific appeal. a. Hearing officers may not be employees of the City or members of the Library Board. Hearing officers may be removed from and new hearing officers added to the list at any time for any reason by the Library Board, unless that hearing officer is currently in the process of hearing an appeal. There is no set term for service as a hearing officer. Hearing officers shall serve without compensation. b. The Library Board reserves the right to establish rules for the appointment and assignment of hearing officers as it deems appropriate. In order to appeal the Director’s determination, the aggrieved individual must file a written notice of appeal within ten (10) days after they receive the Director’s determination. The notice of appeal shall be filed with the Director, who shall forward the notice of appeal to the Library Board as soon as practicable, but in no case any later than five (5) business days of receipt. The Library Board shall assign a hearing officer to hear the appeal within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the notice of appeal from the Director. The hearing officer shall schedule and hear an appeal within thirty (30) days after being assigned. The aggrieved individual shall be notified of the hearing at least ten (10) days before the hearing. At the hearing, the aggrieved individual may be represented by counsel, may present testimony and evidence, and may call and examine witnesses and cross-examine witnesses of the other party. The hearing officer shall conduct the hearing as they deem necessary, provided that the hearing officer shall allow each side a fair opportunity to present their arguments. The hearing shall be held at the Library or at Murray City Hall, as determined to be in the best interest of the parties, in the sole discretion of the hearing officer. Within ten (10) days after the hearing, the hearing officer shall issue a written decision stating the reasons therefore, and cause the decision to be sent or delivered to the aggrieved individual and to the Library. The hearing officer shall have the authority to affirm, reverse or to make any modifications to the Director’s decision that the hearing officer deems appropriate under the circumstances. The decision of the hearing officer shall be final. If a trespass is for a period of less than the total time required for the normal appeal process to take place, the aggrieved individual may request an expedited review in the notice of appeal. The above process shall be expedited such that a hearing officer can be assigned, a hearing scheduled and held by the hearing officer, and a decision made as soon as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances. Adopted by the Murray Library Board of Trustees – June 21, 2006; Revised June, 15, 2017. Unattended Children Murray Library welcomes and encourages children to visit the Library, use Library resources and services and attend Library programs. Staff members are available to help and support children; however, the Library is not able to provide childcare or be responsible for unattended children. Unattended children are children of any age who are apparently unaccompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible caregiver. Children who are unable or unwilling to care for themselves may not be left alone in the Library and must have adequate supervision while in the Library. The Library is not responsible if children leave Library property unattended. Parents/guardians are responsible for the safety, behavior and supervision of children at all times while in the Library and on Library property, whether the parent/guardian is in the Library or not. Children are expected to respect Library property and adhere to the Library Code of Conduct. Disruptive children, attended or unattended, may be asked to leave the Library after one warning. Library staff will attempt to contact a parent/guardian if an unattended child’s behavior is disruptive, the child is in a potentially harmful situation or the child is left alone at closing time. If parents/guardians are not available or are unresponsive, the police will be contacted. Children who refuse or are unable to give contact information for a parent/guardian will not be allowed in the Library until the Director has talked to their parent/guardian. Adopted by the Murray Library Board of Trustees April 15, 2020 EVENTS View all >> FOOD DRIVE Wednesday, November 24, 2021 All Day Event This holiday season help feed the hungry by donating food items to the Utah Food Bank. For every non-perishable item you drop off in our bins, you can reduce your fines, $1 per can (up to $5 off your fines). The most needed items are: canned beans. peanut butter, or other nut butters. rolled oats. canned fruit in juice, not in light or heavy syrup. canned vegetables, with no or low-sodium. low-sodium soups. canned tuna THANKSGIVING DAY - CLOSED Thursday, November 25, 2021 All Day Event DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING - CLOSED Friday, November 26, 2021 All Day Event ADVENTURE PATH Saturday, November 27, 2021 All Day Event As children follow the path and complete the movements, they work off excess energy and develop their gross motor skills. The various movements on a path are often designed to engage different parts of the body and brain, from frog hops to stomps. SCAVENGER HUNT: FOLKLORES AND FAIRYTALES Saturday, November 27, 2021 All Day Event Come to the library any time this week for our monthly themed Scavenger Hunt. Find all the clues and get a small prize. This week's theme is: Folklores and Fairytales Hours Mon - Thu 10AM-7PM Fri 10AM-5PM Hold Pickup Service extended hours Sat 10AM-5PM Murray City Library Kim Fong - Director 801-264-2585 166 E 5300 S Murray 801-264-2580 Library Info Contact Us Services Get a Card Borrowing Services Catalog Account My Account © 2021 Murray City Library.