Mission

The Englewood Public Library is committed to free and open access to information and materials that are part of a diverse collection which includes an array of perspectives, values, beliefs, and backgrounds. The diversity of the collection reflects the diversity in society, and by building and maintaining an inclusive collection, the Library provides access to educational, informational, and recreational resources for all members of its community. The Library makes every effort to provide an accessible collection of print and non-print materials.

Purpose

The Collection Development Policy provides guidance on the day-to-day acquisition and withdrawal decisions, resource allocation, and long-term planning of collection needs. The policy also supports the City of Englewood’s mission to enhance the quality of life for those we serve by providing superior services to maintain a vibrant and inclusive community, investing in Englewood’s future by making fiscally responsible decisions, and preserving Englewood’s unique identity while welcoming new growth.

This collection development policy:

• Provides background on the community and patrons Englewood Public Library serves.
• Defines the philosophy and scope of the collection.
• Explains the Library’s collection management practices, professional standards, criteria, and methods Library staff use to make collection management decisions.
• Explains the process by which patron input is incorporated into Library collection management decisions.

Description of Community/Patrons Served

Englewood Public Library primarily serves the residents of the City of Englewood, with an approximate population of 35,000, in the Denver metropolitan area with proximity to public transit hubs and other Front Range communities. The City has the third highest concentration of millennials in Colorado. According to 2020 U.S. Census data, adults over the age of 60 constitute 20.7% of the population with children under the age of 18 constituting 16.1% of the population. The remaining adult population constitutes 63.2% of the population.

According to U.S. Census data, 88.1% of households in Englewood speak English only. Therefore, most materials collected will be in English. Households in Englewood that speak Spanish constitute 9.1% of the population, and there are higher concentrations of Spanish speakers in communities that neighbor Englewood, including the City of Denver. The Library will work to collect materials in Spanish that adhere to the Library’s selection criteria. Additionally, the Library will make an effort to collect Spanish language materials and materials in other languages upon request. As the demographics and needs of the Englewood community change, the Library will regularly assess its materials and adjust its collection practices to reflect the needs of the community.

Any Englewood or Colorado resident may obtain a Library card for free. Englewood Public Library is a member of the Marmot Library Network which allows the Library to share and borrow materials with Marmot libraries across Colorado.

Collection Management Philosophy, Accessibility, and Scope of Collection

Englewood Public Library collects materials that fit within the Library’s mission to provide free and open access to information and materials that are part of a diverse collection which includes an array of perspectives, values, beliefs, and backgrounds.

The freedom to read, hear, and view is protected by the first amendment to the United States Constitution, and this first amendment right will not be restricted within the collection of Englewood Public Library. The Englewood Public Library and the Public Library Board supports intellectual freedom and subscribes to the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights and the Freedom to Read Statement.

As a public library that serves a specific urban population within a larger metropolitan area, Englewood Public Library collects materials to inform, entertain, and reflect the interests and needs of patrons. In keeping with the range of media options that patrons demand, the Library collects materials in a variety of popular formats including physical books, DVDs, Blu-rays, games, audiobooks, newspapers, magazines, and electronic versions of materials which can be accessed via the Library’s online catalog and databases.

The primary motivator that drives collection development decisions is the relevance of materials to the needs and interests of the community. The Library’s collection strategies therefore focus on maintaining a collection that reflects these needs and interests while remaining within the confines of the Library’s budget. The Library also collects materials that offer breadth and depth to our collection. Because the Library serves the diverse needs of the Englewood community, the Library’s collection will provide up-to-date and accurate information on a wide variety of topics and subject matter.

Patron requests and demand for items are both factors taken into consideration by Library staff making collection development decisions. Circulation statistics, including number of checkouts and the number of hold requests, provide the Library with useful data on materials that are of interest to patrons and guide collection development decisions.

Several factors limit the Library’s ability to collect certain materials. These include the Library’s position as a standalone, single-structure Library with limited physical space as well as budgetary considerations. The Library’s collection budget is evaluated annually by the Library and Cultural Arts Manager, who determines the amounts the Library will spend on materials in each collection area. Budgets for each collection area (e.g. Adult DVDs, Children’s nonfiction) may fluctuate year to year, and the Library must be strategic about purchases it can make with available funds. While the Library is not able to collect extremely rare, ephemeral, expensive, academic or specialist materials, the Library’s affiliation with both the Marmot and Prospector networks of libraries allows patrons to request such items through our holds request system.

Selection and Deselection Criteria

The selection, evaluation, and removal of materials in the collection are entrusted to designated staff members who are trained in collection management methods. The end responsibility for selection of all Library materials rests with the Library and Cultural Arts Manager who operates within the framework of established policies approved by the Englewood Public Library Board.

Library staff involved in selecting material draw on guidelines recommended by the American Library Association and consult selection aids including book reviews, publisher and bookseller lists, awards lists, industry periodicals, and other recognized resources to help staff with collection development. Collection development staff also engage in professional development activities such as courses and seminars coordinated by reputable professional organizations within the Library industry. Library staff trained in collection development and in consultation with subject area librarians use the following criteria as well as their experience with patrons to make selections of materials to add to the collection:

Materials Not Collected

The following types of materials are not actively collected due to finite resources and physical space:

• Textbooks – The Library does not purchase textbooks, except for when there is little information available otherwise or when they meet the specific selection criteria.
• Genealogy Materials – The Library collects basic titles on genealogy research and provides access to online resources but does not purchase more specialized publications.
• Rare Books - The Library does not have the resources to acquire rare books through purchase but will accept these items as gifts or donations. 

Disposal of Deselected Materials

Based on their physical condition and other criteria, items removed from the collection are disposed of in the following manner:

• Donated to nonprofit agencies such as schools, troops overseas, or institutions in need of books and other items.
• Recycled appropriately when the materials are unable to be donated or are so damaged as to be unusable.
• Sold in used book sales hosted by the Englewood Public Library.

Reconsideration Guidelines

If a patron would like to ask the Library to consider the removal or reclassification of an Englewood Public Library item, they may submit their concerns in writing by completing a Request for Reconsideration form. The patron must be a resident of the City of Englewood and must include their name and contact information. Fully completed forms should be returned to a Library staff member. The Library and Cultural Arts Manager will review the Request for Reconsideration and respond in writing within 30 days of receipt. Items in question will be assessed using the detailed selection criteria as outlined previously in this policy. Should the patron be unsatisfied with the Library Manager’s response, the patron may request, in writing and within 30 days of the initial decision, that the Public Library Board review the matter. The Public Library Board may assign a committee of Library Board members and Library staff to respond to the Request for Reconsideration. Once a determination is made, the full Public Library Board will vote on the decision and the patron will be notified. The decision of the Public Library Board will be final. The item in question will remain available to the public during the reconsideration process. All completed requests submitted to Englewood Public Library are not considered a library user record under the library's privacy policies and is an open record under the "Colorado Open Records Act" (CORA). Pursuant to CRS 24-90-122 (4) library staff may not be subject to termination, demotion, discipline, or retaliation when they refuse to prematurely remove a resource from the library's catalog, or when they make, in good faith, a display, acquisition, or programming decision they believe is in accordance with this law.

Updated - September 19, 2024 

Approved by Public Library Board – June 13, 2023

Donated materials are subject to the same criteria applied in selecting new items for purchase, as outlined in the Collection Development Policy. The Englewood Public Library reserves the right to accept or reject donated materials. All accepted donations become the property of the Library but will not necessarily be added to the collection. Items that are not selected for addition to the collection will be subject to the procedure outlined in the Disposal of Deselected Materials section of the Collection Development Policy.

Accepted Items:

Fiction and Non-Fiction

• Hardcover and paperback books:
  • Children
  • Teens
  • Adults
• Foreign Language
• Large Print
• Classic Fiction Media/Magazines
• Music CDs
• Audiobook CDs
• DVDs
• Recent Magazines 

Non-Accepted Items:

• Textbooks, encyclopedias, dictionaries
• Books discarded by other libraries
• Outdated reference books
• Audiocassettes/VHS tapes
• Abridged audiobook CDs
• Damaged, incomplete, or moldy materials

For donations of rare, historical, or local interest and value, please refer to the Englewood Local History Collection Development Policy and the Englewood Public Library Deed of Gift statement.

Approved by Public Library Board – June 13, 2023

Objective

The objective of the Englewood Library Local History Collection shall be to collect, arrange, and preserve books, photographs, maps, manuscripts, narratives, ephemera, newspapers, memorabilia, and other materials related to the history and current day of Englewood, Colorado.

Definition

Englewood is defined as the area within the boundaries of the current city limits. The collection may include materials on areas that were annexed by the city after the material was produced. (Areas such as Cherrelyn, Brookridge, Centennial, etc. and the history of those areas before, during, and after they became part of the City of Englewood will be included.)

Scope

The collection includes the institutions of Englewood, both public and private, and their members, activities, and policies. This includes all aspects of the city government, schools, religious, fraternal, and social organizations, and business for profit or non-profit.

The collection also includes information about current and former residents of Englewood, individuals participating in Englewood’s institutions, or others having influence on the history of Englewood. In collecting materials of a biographical nature, the materials must be illustrative of people, events, and places in Englewood. The only exception to this would be books or unpublished materials (see Books below).

The materials collected must illuminate life in Englewood rather than the interests of a local donor.

Collected Materials

Books to be cataloged as monographs:

• Directories of all kinds: city, business, school, church and club rosters, and telephone books
• Books about the people and history of Englewood
• Books by local authors, particularly if of local or regional interest
• Books that have a local setting.

Newspapers collected on microfilm and/or hard copy

The collection and preservation of local newspapers is essential to a local history collection. These include newspapers from the early settlement of Englewood to the present time. Both major newspapers and grassroots or informal publications such as company newsletters, zines, and magazines, are included in this.

Photographs and Pictures in photographic film

Prints, negatives, slides, film, postcards, and sketches comprise the photographic collection.

Clippings, Ephemera, and Memorabilia - in file of that name (CEM)

Pamphlets published in or about the Englewood area include Chamber of Commerce brochures, advertisements, catalogs of local merchants, schools, or academies. Pamphlets may also be cataloged.

Clippings from local newspapers or articles in outside publications that deal with local events, issues, and people are accepted.

Ephemera consists of materials that are produced to be used once and then thrown away. This includes programs, reports, handbills, announcements, posters, pamphlets, ballots, and advertisements. These should include names, dates, and locations to be of useful historical value.

Manuscripts cover such items as memoirs, diaries, journals, club minutes, business records and collections, church records, and letters. Each item is usually the only one in existence; thus, manuscript items are often the most valuable part of the local history collection for a researcher. Manuscripts should be collected if they fit into the parameters of the collection and meet the collection’s time and space availability requirements.

Memorabilia can cover a broad range of items but are usually small souvenir objects such as menus and programs. Memorabilia can be collected in the CEM collection. Other memorabilia should be considered on an item-by-item basis with use, storage, and historical value taken into account.

Maps and Measured Drawings - stored flat or rolled

Both area and small localized maps are of great importance in the local history collection. Artists’ sketches of buildings, parks, farms, or houses, and architects’ plans, contribute to knowledge of the local area. Proposals for developments and buildings that were never built are also important. Aerial photos are also desirable.

Narratives and Films

Collections of oral history are essential to expand and enhance local history collections. Ideally these will be in digital format, but easily accessible physical formats, such as CD, DVD, and cassettes are also acceptable. Unusual file formats will be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Considerations include viability of accessing materials in the future through acquisition of equipment, etc., and the rarity of the materials. Film or videos of special events in the community also fall into this category but should have historical significance.

Collections

Collections of various formats of materials that all deal with a limited subject may be kept together and filed according to a finding aid rather than the CEM or Photo collections.

Scrapbooks

Scrapbooks that pertain to Englewood history are accepted. Scrapbooks consisting entirely of newspaper clippings are not accepted unless they have a narrow focus related to other items in their collection. Standalone clipping books will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Unaccepted Materials:

• Awards, plaques, trophies, ribbons
• National newspapers, or widely available local newspapers (ie Denver Post)
• Large objects or artifacts
• Items with no connection to Englewood’s history or residents
• Items without context
• Moldy or severely damaged items
• Items with stipulations (i.e. unable to transfer copyright or ownership, donor requests to restrict access to materials).
• Items containing sensitive information, such as Social Security Numbers, personally identifiable health information, and financial account information.
• Genealogical materials such as family trees, except where definitive to the history of Englewood.

Loans

All items archived in the Englewood Public Library Historical Archive are the property of the library. Loans will not be accepted. Once gifted and selected for the collection, items cannot be returned to the donor. The only exception is for items the archive will not keep. In this case, the donor may request these materials be returned to them. For more information, see the Deed of Gift PDF. In select cases, a negative may be made from a photograph for inclusion in the Historical Archive while the original is returned to the owner. The library will retain all rights to the materials for permission of publication as well as any remuneration the library receives for that publication.

Deed of Gift

Download the Historic Archive Collection Deed of Gift PDF Here

Researcher Agreement

Download the Researcher Agreement PDF Here

Approved by Public Library Board – June 13, 2023

The Englewood Public Library welcomes all patrons and visitors to use Library facilities and services. In order to provide a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, the Library reserves the right to enforce reasonable rules and guidelines for patron conduct.

Everyone at Englewood Public Library is subject to the City of Englewood Standards of Behavior, posted throughout the Civic Center and on the City of Englewood Website - Standards of Behavior.

Englewood Public Library may suspend Library privileges/services, and eject or exclude Patrons from Library facilities, for any violation of the City Standards of Behavior, and for the following:

• Tier 1 Behavior/Conduct (for which a violation may result in a verbal warning, immediate removal, and/or exclusion and suspension of Library privileges/services for up to 90 days):
  • Running, throwing things
• Tier 2 Behavior/Conduct (for which a violation may result in a verbal warning, immediate removal, and/or exclusion and suspension of Library privileges/services for up to 180 days):
  • Any violation of federal, state, or local law or ordinance

In addition, Patrons shall comply with the following Code of Conduct specific to the Library: (Failure to comply with the below items may result in a Tier 1 Behavior/Conduct violation.)

• Unattended Children: A responsible adult must be present in the Library with all children under age 10; a responsible adult must accompany and directly supervise all children under age 5.
• Sleeping: The Library is a place for community, utilizing services, receiving assistance, and enjoying books and other materials; lying down and/or sleeping in the Library can block access to services, facilities, and furniture by other Patrons. Therefore, while utilizing Library furniture for its intended purpose is encouraged, no Patron may lie down on furniture or flooring or appear to be sleeping for extended periods of time such that it interferes with Patron or employee access to the Library, its services, or its materials.
• Misuse of Library Furniture: No one shall utilize Library furniture in any manner except for its intended purpose.
• Prohibited Equipment: The Library has a limited amount of space, so to ensure access for all Patrons, to prevent blockage of walkways, common areas, exits and entrances, and to maintain a clean and tidy space, no bicycles, wagons, or shopping carts are allowed inside the Library, and no skateboards, roller skates, or scooters may be ridden in the Library, except ADA assistive devices or strollers/wagons transporting children.
• Abandoned Property: Unattended property inside the Library after closure is Unclaimed Property subject to disposition under Englewood Municipal Code § 7-2-4 et seq.

Endorsed by the Englewood Public Library Advisory Board on August 9, 2022. 

Please review the guidelines for program proposals. If you feel your program is a good fit for the Library and beneficial to the community, you may fill out the Program Interest form. The library programming staff will review your form and will contact you if selected to proceed. 

Englewood Public Library strives to provide quality programming that meets the educational, informational, and entertainment needs of the community. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Digital literacy
• Adult basic education and language learning
• Cultural demonstrations, workshops, performances, lectures, hands-on crafts
• Financial literacy
• Health literacy
• Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) workshops
• Small business and workforce development

If you are interested in presenting a program with Englewood Public Library, please review the following information and complete the Program Interest form. We are currently not accepting interest forms for children/teen programs.

Planning for library programs begins 3-5 months before the program will occur. For maximum promotion and to be included in the quarterly activity guide, please use the following submission cycle:

Proposal Process

1. Submit a completed Program Interest form by appropriate deadline.
2. Wait for a response regarding acceptance from Englewood Public Library staff. (Not all potential presenters will be approved to deliver a program.)
3. If your program is selected, a meeting with library programming staff will be scheduled to discuss details and possibly complete a formal Program Proposal.
4. If the Program Proposal is approved, programming staff will confirm program date/time and coordinate details with presenter.
5. Program is presented and evaluated.

Presenter Expectations

• Provide a program that is free and open to the public.
• Provide and unbiased and inclusive environment.
• Program topic must provide a benefit to attendees.

Prohibited Activities

• Unauthorized sales of goods or services nor solicitation of business will be allowed during the program.
• No product or political endorsements.
• No distribution of advertising or referrals.
• No alcoholic beverages.

Program Marketing Materials

• Programs will be marketed in partnership with Englewood Public Library as the program sponsor and must include the Englewood Public Library or City of Englewood logo.
• All marketing materials must adhere to City of Englewood Brand Guidelines.
• Any materials created by the presenter must be approved by library staff.

Public Computer Access and Internet Use

The Englewood Public Library ("EPL") provides free access to library resources and information through materials and technology - including the internet - to meet the informational needs of its patrons. The internet contains various materials and opinions from diverse points of view. Not all sources provide information that is accurate, complete, or current, and some information may be considered offensive or inappropriate for certain individuals. While EPL is sensitive to patrons' concerns about internet content, it is not responsible for the information available on the internet. Because it is the goal of EPL to provide a comfortable and welcoming environment for everyone to meet their educational and informational needs, individuals are responsible for their own appropriate use of the internet in a public place.

1. Liability for Breach of Data Policy

EPL makes internet resources available to all patrons. Library staff help patrons navigate, identify, and access internet resources. Staff review and recommend reliable sources of online information and develop special tools available on EPL's website to assist patrons with internet use. EPL assumes no liability for any loss or damage to patrons' devices, data, or media; personal damage; or injury resulting from the use of EPL's internet resources. This includes damage or injury sustained from invasion of a patron's privacy.

2. EPL Responsibility to Erase Computer Data

EPL follows state and federal law regarding privacy of library patrons' records and information. When a computer session is ended, all information about that session is deleted by default. As part of its regular practice, the EPL does not retrieve any information including websites visited, passwords, credit cards numbers, or any other information a patron has entered. At the end of each business day, all computer use and and reservation records are erased. The EPL will release records, including those related to internet usage, only as required by law under the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA). Patrons are advised to exercise caution when using public computers to provide personal identification and/or financial information.

3. EPL Internet Filters

EPL complies with state and federal law guiding the use of filtering software in public libraries. Internet-connected computers and wireless access are filtered to screen obscene and sexually explicit websites in accordance with the Federal Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and C.R.S. § 24-90-601: Colorado's Internet Protection Act. Filters may falsely block material that is appropriate in a public library setting, or they may fail to block access to illegal or objectionable material. Patrons may submit requests to EPL staff for websites to be blocked or unblocked; staff will use its discretion to block or unblock the site.

4. Access to Internet Resources by Minors

EPL has adopted and implemented this policy to protect children who use its internet services from access to material that is harmful to their beneficial development as responsible adults and citizens, per C.R.S. § 24-90-601. As with all library material, EPL affirms the right and responsibility of parents/guardians, not library staff, to monitor their minor child's internet use. EPL will enforce its internet use policy with all patrons and urges parents/guardians to actively participate in their child's learning process by helping them make informed choices about selected appropriate materials and websites. 

5. Patron Responsibility & Prohibited Use

EPL patrons are expected to use internet resources in a responsible and legal manner that is consistent with this policy and any other applicable EPL policies. Patrons must abide by established time limits when using EPL's computer devices to allow for the equitable use of the library's resources. Inappropriate or illegal use of computers may result in the loss of computer privileges or the loss of library privileges. 

Without limitation, EPL prohibits the use of its technology and/or network to:

• Display sexually explicit images or images that might reasonably be considered immediately offensive to others;
• Access, display, transmit, or disseminate obscene materials (C.R.S. § 18-7-101) or child pornography (18 U.S.C.2256; C.R.S. § 18-6-403; C.R.S. § 18-7-502);
• Transmit threatening or harassing materials;
• Unauthorized disclosure, use, or dissemination of personal information regarding minors;
• Gain unauthorized access to another person's files or attempt unauthorized entry to networks;
• Use another person's library card to access computers or other devices;
• Attempt to alter or damage computer equipment, software configurations, or files belonging to EPL, other patrons, or external networks;
• Install software on computer devices or running programs that have not been installed by EPL, and
• Violate copyright laws or software license agreements.

It is EPL's policy to always report illegal activities to law enforcement. EPL staff who witness the illegal use of computer devices will immediately report their observations to appropriate law enforcement.

Adopted by the Englewood Public Library Board on July 18, 2024.

Patron Privacy Policy

The Englewood Public Library ("EPL") is committed to protecting patron privacy and confidentiality. EPL adheres to the Colorado Laws C.R.S. § 24-90-119: Privacy of User Records and C.R.S. § 24-73-101: Consumer Data Privacy, which require that all Colorado public libraries safeguard the privacy of customer records and personal identifying information.

In compliance with these Colorado Revised Statutes, EPL will:

• Not disclose the use of library content, materials, equipment, programs, facilities, or staff assistance, unless disclosure is: (1) necessary for the reasonable operations of EPL; (2) consented to in writing by the user; (3) issued to a parent or legal guardian who has access to a minor’s library card/information; or (4) pursuant to a subpoena, court order, or is otherwise required by law;
• Destroy paper and electronic documents containing personal identifying information when such documentation are no longer needed (personal identifying data includes personal identification number, passwords, government issued identification number, and passport number);
• Ensure the confidentiality of each patron's EPL record, account, and library use by securing and limiting access of these records to approved EPL staff; and
• Only collect and store personally identifiable information when needed for EPL operations and services.

1. Information Collected by EPL

EPL will only collect and retain personal identifying information with the express consent of the individual. The following library services require the collection of personal information:

a. Library Card Registration: Registrant will be asked to present a valid state issued photo identification card.

b. Computer Use Card: Registrant will be asked for their first name, last name, and date of birth.

c. Study Room Reservation: Patrons seeking to reserve a meeting or study room will be asked for their first name, last name, phone number, and email address.

2. Patron Responsibility for Reporting Lost or Stolen Cards

It is the patron’s responsibility to notify EPL immediately of lost or stolen cards or if the patron believes that another person is using their card or card number without permission. EPL requires all library card accounts to maintain a unique password and encourages patrons to protect their library card numbers and passwords for their own privacy and security.

3. Parental Access to a Minor's Account Records

Parent or legal guardian library card accounts will be linked to a minor’s account until the child turns 18. Parents or legal guardians of a child under age 18 who want to access the child’s library records, including titles of materials checked out or overdue, must provide the child’s library card or card number.

4. Requests for Library Records

EPL staff will refer all law enforcement and public records requests to the City Attorney or the City Clerk. EPL does not maintain a record of patron borrowing history beyond operational requirements. A request for reconsideration of a library resource – either a request to remove or retain a book or other library material – is not a protected record and may be disclosed by EPL upon request. 

Adopted by Englewood Public Library Board on July 18, 2024.

Study Rooms

The Englewood Public Library has three Study Rooms available for advance reservation (each accommodates 1-6 people) and one study room available on a first-come, first-served basis (accomodates 1-4 people).

• Reservations may be made up to a week in advance. Same day reservations are also available.
• Reservations may be made in person, by phone, by email, or online.
• The full name of the person making the reservation must be provided along with an email address and/or phone number and names of all members of the group must be provided.
• Usage is a maximum of 2 hours per day, per patron (whether individually or as part of a group), and users will be notified by staff when the 2 hours have concluded.
• Study Rooms may not be left empty/unattended for more than 20 minutes. If a patron leaves the room unattended for greater than 20 minutes, any remaining personal belongings will be removed and placed in the Lost and Found and the reservation will be forfeited.
• Final reservations each day will end 15 minutes before closing time.
• Sleeping in Study Rooms and/or misuse of the furniture is not allowed.

Meeting Rooms

The Englewood Public Library has two meeting rooms available for public rental.

• Meeting Rooms are available for rent for a fee of $10 per hour, due at the time of your event.
  • Reservations can be made up to one year in advance.
  • Rooms may be rented up to 24 times during a calendar year.
  • Maximum room capacity is 42 people for Anderson Room and 37 people for Perrin Room.
  • If you need to cancel your reservation, please notify library staff immediately.
• When using the Meeting Rooms the following rules are in effect:
  • The noise level must be consistent with the atmosphere of the library.
  • The room must be left neat and clean with all items from your event removed when you leave.
  • Food and drink are allowed in the Meeting Rooms and must be completely cleaned up after the event.
  • Final reservations each day will end 15 minutes before closing time.
  • Please take set-up and tear-down time into account when making your reservation. Groups must depart at the end of their reservation. Set-up may not begin before the library opens. Groups must depart at the end of their reservation.
  • Rooms are not available for special occasions like birthday parties or baby showers.
  • Groups may arrange the furniture in the Meeting Rooms to suit their needs.
  • Please see library staff for assistance with any directional signage requests.
  • The library will not be held responsible for any items left behind.

Any group that fails to abide by these guidelines may be prohibited from future use of the Meeting Rooms.

Use of the library Meeting Rooms does not imply library endorsement or sponsorship of any event. The library will not provide information about a specific group's reservations to the public. Publicity for meetings is the responsibility of the renter and they may not list the library as a sponsor or encourage the public to contact the library for information without explicit approval from the Library Manager.

 Technology Lab

The Technology Lab is primarily for classes and general instruction led by library staff and volunteers. Outside of scheduled classes and programs, the public may utilize the Technology Lab in the follow manner:

• Reservations for general use may be made Monday-Saturday 9:30am-5pm. The Technology Lab will be closed on Sundays. 
• A current Library Card Account number must be provided to reserve a spot in the Technology Lab (Full, Limited, or Computer Access will be allowed; no guest passes).
• Usage of computers is a maximum of 120 minutes, no extensions.
• Users understand that walking away from their session for more than 15 minutes will result in the workstation being automatically logged out and the session forfeited.
• Work must be saved on an external device or Cloud Drive, as files cannot be saved to library workstations.
• When the library closes at 5pm, all final reservations will end 15 minutes before closing time.
• Food and drink is not allowed in the Technology Lab.

Supported by the Englewood Public Library Board on March 14, 2023.