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Internet Policy
The Library is pleased to provide information resources through the internet. We make this service available as part of our mission to satisfy the information needs of our patrons. While the internet offers access to many valuable sources of information, the Library recognizes that not all sites are accurate, complete, current or legal.
The Library’s staff may assist patrons in the access of the computers and its hardware and printing. Library staff members are prohibited to participate in any personal computing of any kind or to access any personal account information for any patron at any time.
The Bridgeview Public Library is dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for patrons of all ages. Youth Services staff members are committed to helping children with activities related to the Library, but staff members do not supervise children and will not serve as caregivers, teachers, or disciplinarians. Parents are responsible for the behavior and well-being of their children at all times. Parents should supervise their children’s internet sessions. The Library assumes no responsibility for the use of the internet by children. It is the responsibility of the parent, guardian, or caregiver to determine what appropriate use of the internet is for each child. All children nine (9) years of age and younger must have a parent present in the Children’s Services area while the child accesses the internet. Computers are available in the Children’s Services area for parents, guardians, or caregivers accompanying children.
The Library asks you to use good judgment and discretion while using the internet. Violations of the Library’s internet policy and computer resources (including hardware, software, system integrity, performance, computer security, copyright laws, and local, state, and federal laws) will result in
termination of a patron’s internet privileges. The patron may also be subject to prosecution by local, state, or federal authorities.
The Library will not be responsible for any communication received or sent through email, chatrooms, or newsgroups, or actions, damages or any loss of any type resulting from such communication. The Library is not responsible for damage to a patron’s disk, hard drive, or computer or for any loss of data, damage or liability that may occur from the patron’s use of the internet.
The following activities are unacceptable:
- Destruction of, damage to, or unauthorized alteration of the Library’s computer equipment, software, or network security procedures.
- Use of the internet or email in any way that violates a federal, state, or local law.
- Use of electronic information networks accessed via the internet in any way that violates licensing and payment agreements between the Bridgeview Public Library and network/database providers.
- Violation of system security.
- Behaving in a manner that is disruptive to other users, including, but not limited to, displaying offensive visual material.
- Violations of this policy shall result in the loss of the patron’s internet and computer privileges.