Policies – Kirklin Public Library

Use
Library service is free to residents of the town and township, or to those who own property within the township. Library service is available to persons outside the tax district through reciprocal borrowing agreements, PLAC cards, or payment of a non-resident fee. All persons are welcome to use the library’s materials within the library. The Kirklin Public Library serves patrons without regard to sex, religion, ethnic heritage, or any other factor.

Materials Circulation
Excluding Reference, local history materials, or materials deemed too fragile for circulation, the Kirklin Public Library circulates books and periodicals for two (2) weeks. Video materials circulate for two (2) days. Materials may be renewed twice unless there is a request pending. Fines for overdue materials are reviewed annually and posted prominently. The library is to be reimbursed for damage of loss of materials. Patrons must maintain good standing for continued circulation of materials. Libraries receiving reciprocal borrowers may request information about patron’s standing. The library will inquire about a potential reciprocal borrower before issuing a card for the Kirklin Public Library. Proof of residency may be required. A book return box is available when the library is closed.

Internet and Computer Use
The Kirklin Public Library offers public access to the Internet, allowing patrons to obtain worldwide information. Patrons agree to hold the Kirklin Public Library harmless and indemnify the library for any damages incurred. Any use of the library’s equipment must conform to acceptable use policies of other institutions and networks, as well as local rules. Failure to follow the rules will result in the loss of the privilege to use the library’s equipment. Patrons under the age of 18 must have a signed permission slip on file at the library. Parents or guardians of minors will be notified of any incident of prohibited behavior by their child. Also, Internet usage is limited to 30 minutes and may be extended for an additional period, if no one is waiting.

DVD and Blu-Ray
The DVD/Blu-Ray policy of the Kirklin Public Library applies to patrons under 18. If an item is labeled “G” or “PG”, any age patron may check it out. If it is labeled “PG-13” then you must be 13 years or older to check it out. Rated “R” materials are available only to patrons 18 years old and older.

Library Cards and Fees
Residents of Kirklin Township and reciprocal borrowers are welcome to a free library card. Proof of residence is required through a driver’s license, car registration, or current mail. The non-resident fee is equal to the taxpayers’ current fee. The fee for 2024 is $129.00. Patrons should notify the library of changes of address, phone number, or last name. Library services are terminated if you move out of the service area.

Late Fees
Books, periodicals, books on tape, and CD’s may be checked out for 2 weeks. Newly released DVDs may be checked out for three days; all other DVDs may be checked out for one week. Late fees for all items are $.25 per item per day. Fines MUST be paid, or checkout services will be stopped. For any “Lost” items you will be charged the cost of the item and the late fees. The Library is willing to work with patrons on replacement of lost items.

Genealogy Policy – Kirklin Public Library Historical Archive Project
This CD was published in 2000 and sells for $20.00. A quick search of the disc reveals: pictures of all graduating classes of Kirklin High School, a 1914 labeled picture of the Kingsolver/Whitaker families, a genealogy of the Kingsolver family, a genealogy of the Whitaker family, and cemeteries of Kirklin Township. You can also access this information on our website under the Archives tab.

Unattended Children:
The library cannot be responsible for unattended children. Children under twelve (12) must be accompanied by someone age sixteen (16) or older IF at the library for longer than 30 minutes, or unless attending a program. If an unattended child is left for longer than 30 minutes, the staff will attempt to call the child’s home, or that of a relative. If no one can be reached, the staff will then call law enforcement. If the library is closing and a minor has not been picked up, the staff will attempt to reach a parent/guardian/relative. If unable to reach someone, staff has the option of waiting with the minor or calling law enforcement. Under no circumstances will a minor be left outside unattended or left in the library with the doors locked.

Updated June 21, 2022

Community/Program Room Use Policy:

It first must be noted that the Kirklin Public Library does house a domestic cat, C.S. Lewis. He lives at the library and if you choose to utilize our Community/Program Room, he will be there. You can make other arrangements with our Director if necessary.

Guidelines

Library sponsored programs take precedence.
The Program Room is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Program Room must be reserved by an individual over the age of 18.
User fees are based on the following schedule.
- $50.00 deposit is required by a separate check and will be returned after a staff member inspects the room following the event.
  - No refund will be returned if the room does not pass inspection.
  - No refund will be returned if you cancel or are a no-show for your event.
- The cost to rent the room is $75 for a Kirklin Township resident and $100 for a Non-Resident.
- If the use of the room is during library operating hours, there is no other fee. If you want to use it when the library is closed, it will be an additional $25 an hour to pay a staff member.
Limited kitchen facilities are available.
Facilities are inadequate for preparing full meals.
Carry in meals are permitted.
No alcohol is allowed.
No smoking is allowed.
No open flame is allowed.
No tape, push pins, or adhesives of any kind on the walls-please use the provided movable room dividers.
Food, serving materials, and trash much be removed from the premises. Trash can be discarded in the library’s containers behind the building. Please ensure the floor and tables are clean.
Entrance and exit will be through the North doors of the library.
Restrooms will be available.
The other areas of the library are not available for use during your event.
It is the responsibility of the person to reserve the room for setting up and returning it to its original condition.

Liabilities

The Library allows the use of its facilities with the understanding that the Library accepts no responsibility for the personal safety of any person, either inside or outside the building during that use.
The Library is not responsible for damage, loss, or theft of personal property.
The individual who reserves the meeting room shall be responsible for the conduct of the group and for protection of Library property in connection with the meeting.
Groups and individuals will indemnify and hold harmless the Kirklin Public Library, the Library Board of Trustees, the Director, and all Library employees from any loss, damage, liability, costs and/or expense that may arise during or to be caused in any way by such use of the Library facilities.

If you have any questions, please contact Heidi Turner, Director, at 765-891-1508.

(Adopted March 2026)