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Reporting stolen loaner laptops and other devices

Policy and procedure for reporting stolen devices

Request for Information

Follow this procedure if you are asked for library records by a law enforcement officer.

Security Camera Use in the Library

Policy and guidelines for the use of security cameras in Multnomah County Library locations. It covers Security Camera Locations, Access to Digital Images, Use and Disclosure, and Retention of Digital Images. Also details authorized staff and procedures for handling requests for video footage, including those for security incident report purposes.

Sensory rooms at the library policy

Information about sensory rooms for patron use, including a link to the policy and additional guidance for staff on monitoring, managing use and access, and cleaning of the rooms.

Sensory tools for youth

Information about Sensory Accommodation Kits in children's areas and items available in teen spaces, including cleaning information and requesting replacements 

Social Software Policy

Multnomah County Library's policy on social software use by staff. It covers content creation, both on and off the job, staff responsibilities, and moderating public content. It defines social software, addresses employee free speech, and provides guidelines for professional online conduct.

Staff identification badge policy

Policy for wearing ID badges while on duty.

Staff Parking at Library Locations

PolicyMultnomah County Library requires that employees who park their cars in a branch library parking lot use those spaces that are farthest from the public entrance to the building....

Staff use of personal library accounts

How library staff should use their personal library cards to comply with ethics laws and standards.

Staff Use of Personal Library Cards

Link to Staff Use of Personal Library Cards in the Circulation Manual.

Statistics

PolicyThe Multnomah County Library collects and records statistics in order to measure library usage.RationaleStatistics are used to monitor library activity for the...

Suspected illegal material (child sexual abuse material)

Procedures for dealing with suspected illegal material (child sexual abuse material).

Suspected illicit drugs/use other than marijuana

Response guidelines for suspected illicit drugs/use - other than marijuana.

Talking Books and Braille Library

The Oregon State Library provides talking books for people with visual impairments and other disabilities throughout Oregon, by way of the...

Tax Forms

PolicyThe Multnomah County Library is a distribution center for federal and Oregon State tax forms.RationaleDistributing tax forms is a community service that customers...

Telephone interpretation and sign language interpreter services

Information on the available interpreter services, including telephone, in-person and sign language at Multnomah County Library.