Library Policies & Guidelines
Helpful information about borrowing materials, using library spaces, public computers, meeting rooms, and other library services across the McAllen Public Library system.
1.00 │ Administration Policies related to general library operations, public behavior, safety, accessibility, and visitor guidelines.
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2.00 │ Cataloging Policies covering how library materials are cataloged, processed, repaired, maintained, and removed from the collection.
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3.00 │ Acquisitions Policies related to purchasing, budgeting, and collection development for library materials and resources.
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4.00 │ Marketing & Meeting Center Policies covering publications, online communication, and use of library meeting spaces.
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5.00 │ Reference Policies related to reference services, genealogy materials, study rooms, and adult programming.
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6.00 │ Interlibrary Loan Policies covering borrowing materials from other library systems through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) services.
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7.00 │ Circulation Policies related to library cards, borrowing materials, renewals, fines, holds, and account management.
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8.00 │ Children's Services Policies related to children’s collections, programming, outreach, and youth safety within library spaces.
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9.00 │ Teen Services Policies related to teen collections, programming, behavior expectations, and outreach services.
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10.00 │ Computer Lab Policies related to public computer use, printing, internet access, and technology guidelines.
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Lobby Gallery Exhibition Guidelines & Application Guidelines and application information for artists and organizations interested in exhibiting artwork in the Main Library Lobby Gallery.
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Restroom Policy Guidelines regarding restroom use and access within McAllen Public Library facilities.
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