Policies

The following policies govern how we use our library. They reflect the diverse needs of the community the library serves.

Children alone in the library

Guidelines for Parents and Caregivers

Wi-fi policy for Multnomah County Library

Rules for acceptable use of wi-fi internet connections

Social software policy for Multnomah County Library users

Social software policy for Multnomah County Library users

Lactation rooms

Lactation rooms policy: a private space for feeding infants or expressing milk. The lactation rooms are for nursing patrons to use, and are available all hours the library is open.

Public use of large community rooms policy

This policy addresses the use of large community rooms, which is defined as spaces that accommodate more than 12 people, and require an application and approval for use.

Privacy and confidentiality of library records

This privacy policy explains your privacy and confidentiality rights and responsibilities, the steps Multnomah County Library takes to respect and protect your privacy when you use library resources, and how we handle personally identifiable information we collect from our patrons.

Multnomah County Library rules

Rules regarding the use of Multnomah County Library

3D printer policy for makerspace

This policy establishes how and under what circumstances the public may use the library’s 3D printers

Sensory rooms at Multnomah County Library policy

The library provides access to sensory rooms, stimulant-sensitive spaces, for patrons with sensory needs. Sensory rooms support accessibility and inclusion through providing a calming environment.

Library use of photography

Library policy on photography