Alameda County Library Now Offers Limited Visiting Hours

Dublin CA

26 March, 2021

1:30 PM

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Press release from Alameda County Library: March 26, 2021 The Fremont Main and Dublin Libraries now provide limited visiting hours for in-person services, including browsing, printing, computer use, and study space. Members can continue to place library materials on hold for pickup by appointment. The Library plans to expand limited visiting hours to other AC Libraries in accordance with the Alameda County Public Health Reopening Plan. "We know we cannot serve everyone online. That's why we're so happy to be able to provide in-person services once again. While our spaces and services may look a little different, we're committed to providing our communities with the great service they know and love, while prioritizing the safety of all," said Cindy Chadwick County Librarian. During limited visiting hours, the following in-person services are available: Browse the collection Computer use for one-hour sessions Self-service scan, print, and fax Study rooms, where available, limited to one person or family unit by in-person appointment Tech-It-Out laptops are still available but must be returned to staff for sanitizing after use Wi-Fi access        Visiting Guidelines: All members must follow the Library's health and safety rules based on Alameda County's COVID-19 Reopening Guidance. Members three years and older are required to wear a properly fitting face covering   Members inside and outside the libraries must follow social distancing guidelines   Members are expected to follow the posted signage and verbal directions of staff   Members will be provided with hand sanitizer upon entry   Eating inside the library is not permitted at this time   Stay home if you are sick or have COVID-19 symptoms   In addition to the visiting guidelines above, the Library's also doing the following to protect the safety of members and staff: Limiting occupancy inside the library    Disinfecting high-touch surfaces regularly    Installing plexiglass at service desks   Placing social distancing markers and signs throughout the library   Providing hand sanitation stations throughout the library   Letting returned items sit for at least 24 hours before being circulated    Closing libraries midday for cleaning    AC Library will continue to offer services online and by phone. Our new schedule with limited visiting hours for our Fremont Main and Dublin Libraries are posted to our location pages. For more information about limited visiting hours, please visit: aclibrary.org/welcome-back. This press release was produced by Alameda County Library. The views expressed here are the author's own.