In order to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for reading, learning and other Library activities, the Central Islip Public Library requires all visitors to comply with the following Public Behavior Policy:

The following are not allowed at the Central Islip Public Library:

• Engaging in conduct that disrupts or interferes with normal operation of the Library, or that disturbs staff or other Library visitors. Such conduct includes:
  • Harassing or threatening behavior.
  • Using obscene or abusive language or gestures.
  • Being unreasonably loud, including on a cell phone, as determined by a staff member. (Designated area for cell phone use is the lobby)
• Engaging in sexual conduct or lewd behavior.
• Possessing a knife, gun, or any other weapon.
• Smoking, including e-cigarettes, as per County Law.
• Eating and drinking (covered drinks and snacks) are permitted, in lobby area only.
• Using alcohol or illegal drugs.
• Sleeping in the Library or at the Library’s entrance.
• Making use of the rest rooms for other than lavatory purposes (including laundering clothes and bathing.)
• Soliciting, petitioning, or canvassing, or the selling any goods or services.
• Using skates, skateboards, scooters, or similar vehicles; indoors or out.
• Bringing in an animal, unless it is a qualified service animal.
• Damaging, defacing, or misusing any Library materials or property. This includes disabling Library equipment, changing the hardware or software or settings on a Library computer, or using a Library computer for a purpose other than that designated by the Library.
• Engaging in any activity in violation of federal, state, local or other applicable law or Library policies.

Please also be aware that:

• The Library is not responsible for personal items that are lost, stolen, or damaged on Library premises.
• Library security officers and staff can inspect your property when you arrive or depart.
• You must wear clothing and shoes in the Library and your body odor must not by so offensive that it disturbs others.
• Some items in the Library cannot be copied because of copyright laws, poor condition, or donor restrictions.
• The Library is not responsible for children who are left unattended on Library premises; please see the Library’s Unattended Children Policy.
• Library staff and security officers can ask visitors to show their Library cards or other ID at any time.
• Large groups (5 or more) that want to visit the Library must obtain permission before they visit.
• Photography and recording are not allowed on Library premises without prior permission.
• Certain reading rooms and other Library spaces have additional restrictions.

Violation of any of the above cited conditions for Library usage may subject a violator to a request to leave; the loss of Library privileges and/or arrest.

Adopted by the Board of Trustees 10/21