The Dobbs Ferry Public Library Board of Trustees has adopted a policy with respect to patron conduct to ensure the comfort and security of patrons and library staff, and to protect and preserve the physical collection, library equipment, library building and grounds. Patrons are expected to act in a manner that is respectful of other patrons and library staff. Library staff are not responsible for the safety or well-being of children on library property. Children under the age of TEN must not be left in the building without a parent or Adult Guardian. Children under the age of EIGHT must be supervised by a PARENT OR ADULT GUARDIAN AT ALL TIMES. If a sibling in grade 7 or above is responsible for a younger child, both must remain together in the Children's Room. Children of any age may not be left at the library for "child care or babysitting" purposes. WHILE IN THE LIBRARY, PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING AND REGULATING THE BEHAVIOR OF THEIR CHILDREN. ADULT PATRONS WHO ARE NOT ENGAGED IN LIBRARY ACTIVITIES THAT REQUIRE MATERIALS FROM THE CHILDREN'S ROOM SHALL BE ASKED TO RELOCATE TO OTHER AREAS OF THE LIBRARY. The library is not responsible for personal belongings. The following activities are not allowed in the library or on its premises:
Any patron who violates these rules and regulations may be required to leave the library premises and be denied the privilege of access to the library by the Library Director. A patron whose privileges have been denied may request, in writing, to have the decision reviewed by the Board of Trustees.