Library Policies

As a public library, we do have some policies in place that help us run as best we can, as well as to protect both the library and our patrons. Below you can find our currently active policies, as approved by our Library Board of Trustees. For any questions, feel free to contact our Director, Beka Lemons, at  260-356-0824 or  rlemons@hctpl.info.

 Behavior in the Library This policy explains what patrons, visitors, and anyone inside either of our buildings can and cannot do here, as well as what steps will be taken to uphold these rules.

 Chromebook Checkout This policy outlines the borrowing process for our Chromebooks.

 Collection Development This policy explains our method for developing, curating, and maintaining the physical and digital collection.

 Computer & Internet Use These are the rules and procedures for using the public computers and our provided internet at the library.

 Donations & Memorials The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for accepting donations made to the Huntington City-Township Public Library.

 Fines & Fees This policy breaks down our various fines and fees.

 Hours of Operation & Closure The Library will establish and maintain a regular schedule of open hours for both the Huntington and Markle locations. This policy outlines the process for setting these dates.

 Library Cards Library cards are issued at no charge to residents or real property owners of Huntington City-Township and the Town of Markle. This policy outlines this process.

 Lost & Damanged Materials This policy outlines the process for damaged materials, including how replacements are handled and what the cost is for the patron who damanged the item.

 Material Loans This policy outlines the process by which patrons can borrow the various materials in the library collection. This includes borrowing time periods, renewal options, and fines and fees.

 Meeting & Study Rooms The Huntington Library and Markle Branch have various meeting and study rooms available for use by patrons and community organizations. This policy sets the regulations to be followed by those borrowing the rooms.

 Mobile Hotspots The library has mobile hotspots available for borrowing. This policy outlines how this takes place and other details related to borrowing them.

 Photography & Video The Huntington City-Township Public Library and Markle Branch (The Library), both inside the building and on the property, fall under the category of a public space. This policy outlines who can take photographs or video recordings in the library, and when.

 Unattended Patrons This policy explains how we deal with unattended patrons, or those who do not have the guardian they are supposed to have while in either library.