Village of Franklin, Mich.

Use of the Library Building for Public Meetings

POLICY:

It is the policy of the Franklin Public Library to make available the library building to Franklin residents for the purpose of holding public meetings when the building is not in use for Library purposes.

REGULATIONS:

1. The library building is available without cost to Franklin residents for the purpose of holding public meetings, except that the building will not be available during scheduled library hours, programs and meetings.
2. Requests for use must be made to the librarian at least one week prior to the date of meeting. All requests must be approved by at least one library trustee and applicants should allow sufficient time for approval.
3. No library property may be used other than the building itself and necessary furniture.
4. Smoking is not permitted.
5. Serving of food and beverages is not permitted except that, under special circumstances, applications for an exception will be considered by the full library board.
6. The person(s) making the reservation shall be completely responsible for library property during the meeting and for adequate security in connection with the meeting. This person(s) shall:

1. Assure that attendees comply with all library regulations.
2. Be held accountable for all property, including the book collection.
3. Secure the building after the meeting, including closing and locking all doors and windows and turning out all lights.
4. Return the library key to the librarian within twenty four hours after the scheduled meeting.
5. Restore the building to the normal state for library use, including proper storage of temporarily used furniture.

Adopted 10/24/96

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