Meeting Room
Availability
The availability of meeting rooms in public libraries is an integral part of the library's information function, providing a location for the free exchange of information for community groups. There will be no exclusion from the use of the room based on the points of view, beliefs, or affiliations of the sponsors or participants. The meeting room is available for public gatherings of a civic, cultural, charitable, intellectual, or educational character. All gatherings and meetings shall be open to the public. This restriction does not apply to classes sponsored by an accredited educational institution. Neither the phone number nor the address of the Washington County Public Library (WCPL) may be used as the official address or headquarters of an organization using the meeting rooms. It is not available for social gatherings, money raising, commercial purposes, or for the benefit of private individuals. The meeting room is not available for meetings of any political party or candidates for office. The meeting room is available for use during those hours the library is open and other hours, as needed. The library will provide for advance registration on a first-come, first served basis. When scheduling the meeting room, events sponsored by WCPL will Always take precedence. All reasonable efforts will be made to avoid canceling any groups previously scheduled meeting.
All Rules and Regulations: PH: 251-847-2097