Introduction    

Internet users must be aware that they are working in a public environment with people of all ages and diverse viewpoints.  Users may not engage in any activity that interferes with the ability of other patrons to use the library and its resources.

The Hailey Public Library provides public computer access to the Internet as an informational, educational and recreational resource.  However, the Internet is currently not subject to any regulation.  While the Internet does contain a wealth of such material, it also provides access to sites containing material that some patrons will find offensive and that may be illegal.  The Library does not monitor and has no control over materials obtained on the Internet, and cannot be held responsible for its content.  The Library cannot control access to materials or protect patrons from materials they may find offensive.

The Hailey Public Library Board of Directors endorses the “American Library Association’s Statement on Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks: An Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights.” http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/electacc.html

All Library users have access to the Library Internet after signing the Internet Use Sign in Sheet which indicates agreement with the Libraries policies.  Computer use is limited to two hours per day per patron.  All printing will be charged at 10 cents per sheet.

The children’s computers are available for use with the same time limits as stated above.  Internet access is not available on these computers.

Ethical Use (Both Library owned computers & personal laptops used within the library)

• Internet computers may only be used for legal purposes. It is the responsibility of the user, not the library, to insure that patron use does not violate state, federal or local laws.

• Unacceptable uses include, but are not limited to: harassment of other users; libeling or slandering other users; destruction of or damage to equipment, software, or data belonging to the Library or other users; spamming; disruption or unauthorized monitoring of electronic communications; unauthorized copying of copyright-protected material.

• Users are prohibited from using any Library equipment to access material that is obscene, child pornography, or "harmful to minors" (consistent with any applicable state or local law).
• Refer to Idaho Code 18-4105

• While the Library's role includes the provision of information that supports local businesses and commercial ventures, the Library may not be utilized as a significant base for commercial establishment or specific permanent vendors.

Staff Assistance

• The Library staff does not provide Internet training, but will assist patrons as time permits. If patrons have specific questions about the Internet, circulating books and reference books are available. Internet classes are available at various locations throughout the Wood River Valley.

User Responsibility

• The library permits no more than two people at each user station.
• Cell phones are not allowed in the library, this includes the computer area.