W. Dale Clark (Main) Library | 215 S. 15th Street, Omaha NE, 68102 | 402-444-4800
Rules of Conduct of the Omaha Public Library System

For the comfort and safety of all library users and staff, and for the protection of library property, everyone using Omaha Public Library is required to follow these simple rules:

Be Kind

  • Respect one another, including  library staff and other customers
  • Comply with any reasonable staff request
  • No abusive or obscene language
  • No fighting
  • Use cell phones in a manner that is not disruptive to others; set ringer to vibrate and speak quietly
  • Be considerate of fellow library users; do not harass, intimidate or disturb them

Be Responsible

  • No weapons
  • No smoking or using tobacco products, alcohol, or any illegal drugs
  • Do not deface, damage or destroy library materials or property
  • Check out all library materials before leaving the premises
  • Pay for all printing from library computers
  • Limit the number of people at a computer to no more than two
  • Use restroom facilities properly
  • Do not leave personal items unattended
  • All personal items fit under a chair and must not be left unattended
  • No tampering with or using computers in a manner that violates Omaha Public Library’s usage policy
  • Leave library furniture where you find it
  • Leave animals at home
    • Registered Service Animals are allowed
    • Other animals are allowed only by permission of Library Manager or Director
  • Use proper waste receptacles to dispose of trash
  • Appropriate dress is required (shirt and shoes)
  • No sleeping
  • Eat or drink in designated areas only
  • Use audio/video devices with headphones
  • Maintain orderly and safe entry/exit at library facilities by not loitering in high traffic areas, doorways, stairways or entrances/exits
  • No roller skating or skateboarding on library property
  • Maintain proper personal hygiene
  • No soliciting, panhandling, or behavior that disturbs or intimidates others
  • No excessive public displays of affection
  • Do not leave children under the age of six unattended

Form 30-110 Rev.2/21/07
Approved by Library Board of Trustees