Library Policies
The library policies listed below are written guidelines designed to determine appropriate action or decisions on a particular topic. Policies are formally adopted by the governing board for the library, the Board of Library Trustees.
If you have questions about any of the policies, please contact Library Director Lee Ann Amend at lamend@sharon.ocln.org, or call 781-784-1578 x 1425.
- Collection Development Policy
- Community Room Policy
- Computer and Internet Use Policy
- Diversity and Inclusion Policy
- Exam Proctoring Policy
- Community Exhibit Policy
- Exhibit Application Form
- Exhibit Release Form (note: exhibits are not insured by the Town or the Library)
- Furnishings Policy
- Gift Policy (see Naming Policy below for other options)
- Homebound Policy - Library on Wheels (delivery and pick-up service)
- Hotspot Lending Policy
- Library Card Policy
- Loan Periods, Renewals and Fine Policy
- Local History Collection Development Policy
- Naming Rights Policy (name a space or item in the new library) see Sharon Public Library Foundation.
- Patron Behavior Policy (includes pet and service animals)
- Posting, Distribution and Display of Materials Policy
- Replacement Cost Policy
- Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy/Form
- Social Media Policy
- Supervision of Children Policy
The Sharon Public Library, Board of Trustees, Library Director, and Staff adhere to the American Library Association's Freedom to Read, Freedom to View, and Library Bill of Rights Statements.