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Library Policies​, FOIA Requests, & Budget
Our policies are written for the benefit of the community, and are revised by the library board of trustees on a regular basis.

We follow these policies to provide great quality of service and equal access to all library users.

If at one point we do not meet these standards, please do not hesitate to tell us.
Email us with any questions/concerns at info@palosparklibrary.org. We look forward to helping you!

Mission Statement

The Palos Park Public Library's mission is to provide our community with resources for learning, reading, and study;

programs for all ages; and a comfortable place for meetings, socialization, and enjoyment.

Vision Statement

The Palos Park Public Libray's vision is to be recognized by our community for engagement, excellence in service,
and meeting their educational and social needs.

CIRCULATION POLICY & LOAN RULES

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MEETING ROOM POLICY

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MEETING ROOM APPLICATION

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COLLECTION MANAGEMENT POLICY

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COMPLAINT/CONCERN POLICY

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DAMAGED LIBRARY MATERIALS POLICY

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EXHIBIT POLICY - PUBLIC DISPLAYS

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DISPLAY APPLICATION & RELEASE FORM

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FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT REQUEST/FOIA REQUEST

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ORGANIZATION CHART

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INTERNSHIP PROGRAM POLICY

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LIBRARY BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION
FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING 4/30/24

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LIBRARY ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED 4/30/23

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NON-RESIDENT LIBRARY CARD ORDINANCE

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PATRON BEHAVIOR POLICY

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PHOTO RELEASE POLICY

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PREVAILING WAGE RATES FOR COOK COUNTY

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REFERENCE SERVICE POLICY

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ROKU LENDING POLICY

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UNATTENDED CHILDREN

IN THE LIBRARY POLICY

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