The Calabasas Public Library offers unfiltered access to the Internet as one of its services. The Internet provides a means of accessing information through hundreds of millions of websites all over the world. This is an ever-changing array of information and resources representing the largest exercise of free expression in human history.

Library users utilizing Library workstations are advised of the following:

1. The Internet is a useful, but unregulated network of resources. It may provide access to information that may be offensive or disturbing to some individuals, as well as access to information that may be factually incorrect and/or illegal.

2. Our staff does not monitor usage of the Internet. Parents and guardians have the right and responsibility to monitor their child’s use of Library resources, including the Internet. If you have concerns about your children’s use of Internet, please establish your family’s expectations about Internet use and participate with your children in their use of the Library’s computers.

3. The Library does not monitor and has no control over the information available through the Internet. The Library is not responsible for the accuracy, currency or quality of any Internet resources found.

4. You are responsible for any direct or indirect damages that you may suffer from your use of Internet services.

5. You are responsible for any commercial transactions made through use of the Internet access workstation.

6. You are responsible for any losses or damage sustained by the Library as a result of your use of Internet access.

7. Library users are NOT authorized to install their own software or store personal files on Library computers.

8. The Library’s electronic resources may be used only for purposes which are legal and consistent with the Library’s mission. Unacceptable uses include, but are not limited to:
   1. Harassment of other library or computer users or staff, or unauthorized access to files, data or passwords of others;
   2. Libeling or slandering of others;
   3. Disruption or unauthorized monitoring of electronic communication;
   4. Unauthorized copying of copyright protected material;
   5. Violations, or attempts to violate computer systems, security and/or software license agreement;
   6. Intentional exposure to other individuals of material or images which children (or their parents) may find personally unsuitable;
   7. Incurring any costs to the Library.



9. The Library reserves the right to limit computer use to ensure reasonable and equitable access for other users.

10. Members of the public shall not use the Internet in any way that violates federal or state laws or regulations. Nor shall they use the Internet in a manner that disrupts, harasses, or annoys others, or violates their rights.
    
    The Library reserves the right to review patterns of use of the Library Internet access workstations in order to assess conformity with the standards described in this policy.

Checkout

Patrons must present a Calabasas Library card, “digital” version of our library card, or photo ID. Only the patron to whom the account is issued will be allowed to use it. The replacement card fee is $3.00.

Due Dates

Due dates can be found on the paper receipt, by checking the account online, or by calling the circulation desk. Electronic reminders via e-mail or text message are available as a courtesy. The library does not assume responsibility for technical difficulties that result in non-receipt of electronic notifications. It is the patron’s responsibility to be aware of due dates and return or renew items on time otherwise patron’s account will be blocked.

Renewals

If there are no holds, library items may be renewed twice.  Eligible items will be automatically renewed on the due dates.  You may also renew in person, over the phone or on our website; with the following exceptions. 

• Magazines, encyclopedias and juvenile non-fiction 7-day are not renewable.
• Holiday picture books and holiday board books are renewable only once.
• Items more than 14 days overdue are not renewable.

When an item is renewed, the new due date is calculated from the date of the renewal, not from the original due date. 

Fees

Lost or damaged items are the responsibility of the cardholder. Books can be replaced with a new copy that has the same ISBN as the original. In lieu of replacement, we will accept payment (non-refundable) for the cost of the book plus a $5.00 processing fee. Contact us for information regarding lost or damaged materials. Fees will be charged for lost flash drives and chargers. Fees will be charged for library services such as library card replacement, copying, printing, proctoring and non-resident study room use. Payments must be made by cash or check only.

Holds

Most items in our collection may be placed on hold at the reference desk, over the phone, or via our website. Patrons will be called when an item is available for pickup. Items will be held for 4 days.

In accordance with the California Government Code regarding patron confidentiality, held items may only be picked up by the account holder.

Interlibrary Loan

Items not owned by the library may be requested through Interlibrary Loan. Patrons will be advised of any charges before the order is placed. Patrons will be called when the material arrives. ONLY THE PATRON REQUESTING THE ILL MAY PICK UP THE MATERIAL.

• Patrons are responsible to pay overdue fees for interlibrary loan items ($1.00 per day after the due date).
• For lost or damaged Interlibrary Loan items, patrons will be charged the cost of the book plus the processing fee (per lending library’s policy).

The library has three outdoor drop boxes which are open all day, every day. Two are located near the North entrance, across from the front doors. The third is located at the back parking lot, above the amphitheater. Audio-visual items should not be returned to the back drop.

In order to guarantee privacy for each individual, California Law mandates confidentiality of your registration and borrowing records, and the City of Calabasas Library policies and procedures carry out that intent.

The California law restricts access to patron’s records as defined below:

California Government Code
Section 6267. Registration and circulation records of library supported by public funds.

All registration and circulation records of any library which is in whole or in part supported by public funds shall remain confidential and shall not be disclosed to any person, local agency, or state agency except as follows:

(a) By a person acting within the scope of his or her duties within the administration of the library.
(b) By a person authorized, in writing, by the individual to whom the records pertain, to inspect the records.
(c) By order of the appropriate superior court.

As used in this section, the term “registration records” includes any information which a library requires a patron to provide in order to become eligible to borrow books and other materials, and the term “circulation records” includes any information which identifies the patrons borrowing particular books and other material.

This section shall not apply to statistical reports of registration and circulation.

Section 6254 (j) Library circulation records are kept for the purpose of identifying the borrower of items available in libraries, and library and museum materials made or acquired and presented solely for reference or exhibition purposes.

Library staff cannot give any information about a patron’s registration and circulation record to anyone other than the patron, regardless of age or relationship to the patron. For example, a parent cannot be told what material a child has checked out on the child’s card without the child’s consent as defined in section (b) of the law.

Consent may be given by completing the waiver form. The patron must fill out the waiver form and sign it in front of a library staff member.

Confidentiality Waiver Form

The City of Calabasas Library seeks to provide quality library service to all patrons. The following rules of behavior are for the comfort and protection of all those using the Calabasas Library. We ask your cooperation in helping us provide a safe and pleasant environment.

The following are not permitted in the library:

1. Exhibiting loud or disruptive behavior that disturbs library activities.
2. Interfering with another person’s use of the library or with staff’s performance of duties.
3. Using vulgar, abusive or threatening language directed at library patrons or staff.
4. Displaying physical threats to library patrons or staff.
5. Abusing or misusing library furnishings, equipment or materials, including jumping on furniture, banging on computers and placing your feet on tables or chairs. Moving furniture without staff permission.
6. Running, wrestling, pushing, climbing, biking, skateboarding, or skating in the library
7. Soliciting, lobbying, circulating petitions, displaying or distributing literature not authorized by library staff.
8. Conducting commercial activities on library property; Private tutoring allowed only in the study rooms.
9. Leaving children under the age of 8 unattended by an adult.
10. Eating outside the Multipurpose Room.
11. Sleeping more than 30 minutes.
12. Misusing the restrooms, including shaving, bathing or laundering clothes.
13. Changing baby diapers outside the restrooms.
14. Entering areas designated for use by library staff without permission.
15. Operating audio equipment without headphones.
16. Talking on cell phones; please silence ringer.
17. Possessing or using weapons of any kind.
18. Bringing in animals, except for service dogs.
19. Engaging in theft and vandalism of library property.
20. Engaging in lewd behavior such as indecent exposure, sexual advances and voyeurism; staring at or stalking another patron or staff.
21. Using tobacco products, alcohol or drugs.
22. Being barefoot; shirts and shoes are required.
23. Discarding trash in a place other than a trash receptacle.
24. Bringing excessive baggage into the library including sleeping bags and shopping carts.
25. Having hygiene conditions or emanating bodily odor that is so offensive as to constitute a nuisance to other patrons, or Library staff, or both.
26. Leaving personal items unattended.
27. The library is not responsible for any lost, damaged or stolen personal items.

­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Violations of these rules will result in the following actions:

1. Patrons ignoring the rules of behavior for the first time will be reminded verbally.
2. If they ignore the warning or breach these rules a second time, they will be asked to leave the library.
3. Upon the third violation of these rules, the patron’s library use privileges may be suspended.
4. If, at any time, a patron refuses to leave, becomes physically abusive, or commits a crime, the sheriff’s department will be called.

A Calabasas Library card can be issued to anyone who lives in the state of California and can provide us with photo ID and proof of their current physical home address. WE DO NOT ACCEPT P.O. BOXES! If current physical home address is not on the photo ID, we will accept:

• Current rent receipt, rental agreement or mortgage paper
• Recent (60 days) utility bill
• Recent (60 days) printed statement such as a credit card bill
• Checkbook
• Current property tax bill
• Current vehicle registration

*Proof of address must be in the name of the person who is applying for the library card.

• The fee for a replacement card is $3.00.
• Library cards are not transferable; only the person whose name is on the card is allowed to use it.
• Library accounts are confidential to anyone but the account holder, unless we have a signed waiver on file.
• Only a parent or legal guardian can get a library card for a child, and both the parent or legal guardian and the child must be present at the time the card is issued.
• If you have a photo ID but do not have proof of your current physical home address, we can issue a Restricted Card that is valid for computer use only (no item checkouts).
• If you are under 18-years of age and provide us with a photo ID and proof of current address, we can issue a one-time use card. At the end of the day the account will be inactivated until parent or legal guardian comes in with their photo ID and signs the application.

Adult Library Card Application

Under 18 Library Card Application

For more information, call circulation at 818-225-7616 x2 or come into the library during open hours.  Updated hours are listed HERE.  www.calabasaslibrary.org

Patrons who are ineligible for library cards (for example, those who just moved or people with a P.O. Box address) can apply for a restricted card that allows access to the Library’s public computers. Starting July 1, 2011, restricted cards will be valid for one month.

For those interested in doing a program/lecture/performance at the library, please print and fill-out the Program/Performer Information Form and return it to the reference desk staff at the Calabasas Library or mail it to Calabasas Library, 200 Civic Center Way, Calabasas, CA 91302.

The form will be reviewed based on the programs relevance to meeting the community’s needs and interests. Performers are chosen for their proven expertise and overall professional experience. Other factors may be considered.

If you are an author interested in submitting your work for inclusion in the Library, please complete the form below and return it to the Reference Desk or mail to the library.

Thank you for your interest in the Calabasas Library. 

• Author Work Consideration Form
• Programming Policy
• Program/Performer Information Form

• Multi-Purpose Room Policies and Form
• Study Room Policies