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Trustees begin work on facility‑use policy, weigh fees and alcohol rules
Summary
Board reviewed a draft facility‑use rental policy template and discussed priorities for free use by library programs, town government and committees, whether nonprofits should be free, and liability concerns for events that serve alcohol.
Trustees reviewed a draft facility‑use policy and identified issues the board must resolve before finalizing it, including who gets free access, how to treat nonprofits, and whether the town bears liability when alcohol is served.
The board discussed common approaches at other libraries—allowing library programs and town government free use while charging for some private events—and considered asking town officials or counsel about rules related to alcohol and deposits. A trustee noted some libraries require a modest deposit to cover potential cleanup and damages.
