31 South Shore Drive
P.O. Box 98
Owls Head, ME 04854

Phone: 207-593-0302

Email: owlsheadvillagelibrary@gmail.com

Our Library Code of Ethics

The Owls Head Village Library follows the mandate of American Library Association’s Code of Ethics, which states the following: The principles of this Code are expressed in broad statements to guide ethical decision making. These statements provide a framework; they cannot and do not dictate conduct to cover particular situations.

I. We provide the highest level of service to all library users through appropriate and
usefully organized resources, equitable service policies: equitable access; and
accurate, unbiased and courteous responses to all requests.

II. We uphold the principles of intellectual freedom and resist all efforts to censor
library resources.

III. We protect each library user’s right to privacy and confidentiality with respect to
information sought or received and resources consulted, borrowed, acquired or
transmitted.

IV. We respect intellectual property rights and advocate balance between the interests
of information users and rights holders.

V. We treat co-workers and other colleagues with respect, fairness, and good faith.

VI. We do not advance private interests at the expense of library users, or colleagues.

VII. We distinguish between our personal convictions and professional duties and do not
allow our personal beliefs to interfere with fair representation of the aims of our
institutions or the provision of access to their information resources.

VIII. We strive for excellence in the profession by maintaining and enhancing our own
knowledge and skills, by encouraging the professional development of co-workers,
and by fostering the aspirations of potential members of the professions.

Covid-19 Precautions

MASKS:
Masks are optional at this time.



CLEANING:
We will be cleaning and disinfecting high touch surfaces at the Library multiple times a day. We encourage you to use our hand sanitizer when entering. While we will do everything in our power to make the Library a clean and safe place for everyone, we cannot guarantee a germ-free environment. We urge you to take precautions both in the building and with items you have checked out, such as hand washing and not touching your face.

Mission Statement

The OHVL provides a center for information and learning resources for the Owls Head community. The OHVL is for learning, for a potential gathering place and to support the intellectual life of Owls Head now and in the future. Quiet conversation is welcome in our library. All are welcome in the OHVL.