Date Adopted: September 16, 2024
Resolution No. 240916-7
Purpose of the Library’s Social Media Sites
The Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library (SMFPL) maintains social media sites to share information about library programs, events (including those co-sponsored with other organizations), services, collections, and resources. These sites are intended to encourage dialogue and the exchange of information and knowledge between users and Library staff concerning these topics. Additionally, the Library’s social media presence may be used to notify the public of Library employment opportunities. The Library’s social media sites are not intended to be traditional public forums for the general exchange of ideas and viewpoints, but rather limited forums focused on discussing reading, books, and library-related matters.
Agreement
By engaging with or posting on the Library’s social media sites, users agree to comply with this policy and the Library’s policies on Behavior and Conduct, as applicable.
Disclaimer
The Library is not responsible for the content of third-party posts on its social media sites, and such posts do not reflect the opinions or positions of the Library, its employees, or its Board of Trustees. Users should have no expectation of privacy regarding their posts on Library-sponsored social media sites. By using these sites, users consent to the Library’s right to access, monitor, and read any postings.
Ownership
By posting on the Library’s social media sites, users grant the Library permission to use their name, profile picture, and the content of their posts without compensation or liability on the Library’s part.
Public Comments and Posts
All interactions on the Library’s social media sites will be monitored and reviewed for content and relevance. The Library reserves the right to remove or edit posts at its discretion. Content posted is subject to the Library’s Behavior and Conduct and Social Media policies. Violations of these policies may result in users being banned from the Library’s social media sites and/or facilities, and authorities may be contacted if necessary.
Expectations for Online Behavior and Content
- Stay on topic: Comments and posts should be book, reading, or library related.
- Respect others: Users should interact respectfully and constructively.
- Privacy and Safety: Do not post personal information about yourself or others without consent.
- No Spam or Commercial Content: Spam, commercial content, and solicitations will be removed.
- Intellectual Property: Do not post copyrighted or trademarked materials without permission.
- Prohibited Content: Posts containing offensive, derogatory, obscene, threatening, or abusive language, or hate speech will be removed. Harassing, stalking, or unlawful behavior is not tolerated.
- Accuracy: Do not post false or misleading information.
Unacceptable Behavior and Content
The Library will remove posts or comments that are:
- Off-topic or irrelevant
- Duplicated or repetitious
- Threatening or defamatory
- Harassing or hateful
- Commercial or spam
- Infringing on intellectual property rights
- Obscene or profane
- Disclosing personal information
- Sexually explicit or involving child pornography
- Political views
- False or misleading
- Compromising public safety or security
Reporting Violations
Users may report potential violations through the internal messaging system on the relevant social media platform or by using the Library’s “Contact Us” account.
Procedures for Removal of Content and Blocking Users
- Removal of Content: Posts that violate this policy will be reviewed by the Library Director or a designated staff member. If a violation is found, the post will be hidden.
- Blocking Users: Repeated violations may result in blocking. Users will be notified of the block and provided with the policy and the appeal process. They may continue to communicate with the Library via the “Contact Us” account.
Appeal Process
Users who have been blocked or have had content removed may appeal the decision in writing to the Library Board of Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library. The appeal process will be communicated, and notifications will be sent as appropriate.
Review and Updates
This policy is subject to review and updates to ensure compliance with legal and operational standards.