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Unattended Minors Policy

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The care and behavior of minor children visiting the Barberton Public Library is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. While the Library welcomes minor children to enjoy the Library and library resources, staff cannot accept responsibility for the safety and supervision of children left in the building without a parent/guardian present. The Library has developed the following procedure to guide staff in dealing with minor children left unattended.

When a situation develops that warrants the attention of a minor's parent/guardian (e.g. personal illness or injury; minor child left alone when the building closes) but that parent/guardian is not present, Library staff will attempt to contact the parent/guardian. If unable to reach the parent/guardian, Library staff will contact the Barberton Police Department to report the presence of an unattended minor. Police officers may transport the minor to the Police Department until the parent/guardian can be located.

Under no circumstances will Library staff transport any minor in the staff member's personal car or in a library vehicle.

All Library policies have been designed to maximize available resources and ensure accessibility. They are always subject to review and revision by the Board of Trustees as necessary.

“Children in the Library” Adopted by the Board of Trustees July 27, 2006, Resolution #102-2006

Revised September 23, 2010, Resolution #24-2010, including name change to “Unattended Minors”

Barberton Public Library - 602 West Park Avenue - Barberton, OH 44203 - (330) 745-1194