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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.

2.00 │ Cataloging
Policies covering how library materials are cataloged, processed, repaired, maintained, and removed from the collection.

3.00 │ Acquisitions
Policies related to purchasing, budgeting, and collection development for library materials and resources.

4.00 │ Marketing & Meeting Center
Policies covering publications, online communication, and use of library meeting spaces.

5.00 │ Reference
Policies related to reference services, genealogy materials, study rooms, and adult programming.

6.00 │ Interlibrary Loan
Policies covering borrowing materials from other library systems through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) services.

7.00 │ Circulation
Policies related to library cards, borrowing materials, renewals, fines, holds, and account management.

8.00 │ Children's Services
Policies related to children’s collections, programming, outreach, and youth safety within library spaces.

9.00 │ Teen Services
Policies related to teen collections, programming, behavior expectations, and outreach services.

10.00 │ Computer Lab
Policies related to public computer use, printing, internet access, and technology guidelines.

Lobby Gallery Exhibition Guidelines & Application
Guidelines and application information for artists and organizations interested in exhibiting artwork in the Main Library Lobby Gallery.

Restroom Policy
Guidelines regarding restroom use and access within McAllen Public Library facilities.

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