The Lake Oswego Public Library is dedicated to providing current, high demand materials, both fiction and non-fiction, in a variety of formats and media for persons of all ages, to meet the informational, cultural and recreational needs of the community.  The Library places an emphasis on providing reference and readers’ advisory services and on creating an environment which inspires reading and learning in children and young adults.  The Library also strives to provide a collection of and access to local history resources and to expand its resources beyond those available locally through regional cooperation with other libraries.

Adopted September 16, 2008

Library policies on intellectual freedom
Library policies on censorship, the freedom to read, and parental responsibilities.

Internet Policy
Using our Internet stations in the Reference and Children's departments.

Laptop Policy
Using your laptop computer in the library.

Code of Conduct
About conduct in the library.

Unattended Children
Explains when children need to be accompanied by an adult.

Donations Policy
Concerning donations to the Library.

Conference Room
Policies regarding the use of the conference room.

Bulletin Board Space

Lobby Space