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Library board adopts 10‑minute limit on unattended items after debate on enforcement and signage
Summary
The Library Advisory Board voted to add a rule to the library’s conduct policy that limits leaving personal items unattended to 10 minutes; staff will use signage and progressive steps before moving items.
The Library Advisory Board voted to add a new rule to the library’s conduct policy limiting how long patrons may leave personal items unattended.
Board chair (name not specified) moved to approve the proposed addition, which says patrons may not leave personal items in the library unattended for more than 10 minutes and that library staff cannot watch patron items. A voice vote followed and the motion passed with no recorded opposition.
Board members and staff debated enforcement and wording before the vote. Marissa, representing library staff, described the problem: patrons spreading out belongings and leaving them…
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