Staff Food and Drink Policy

User Services Desks

You are allowed to have a closed container beverage nearby while working the desk but it must be kept out of view. You may not have food of any kind at the service desks. Food may only be eaten in the staff lounge or in the back office areas.

Food

  1. Library personnel who are not at a public service desk or not in view of the public may eat discreetly at their desks.
  2. All foods must be appropriately covered when they are carried through public areas of the library.

Drinks

  1. Drinks that are in reclosable, spill-proof containers may be carried in public view in conformance with the current drink policy allowing patrons to bring such containers into the library. When carrying drinks that are NOT in reclosable spill-proof containers, library personnel must keep them hidden from public view.
  2. Library personnel who are not at a public service desk or are not in view of the public may drink discreetly at their desks.