Patrons must read and agree to this policy prior to using library computers or laptops.

Certain restrictions exist with regard to computer use, including:

• Library computers shall not be used for fraudulent or unlawful purposes.
• Library computers shall not be used to access websites portraying graphic sexual acts or excessive violence and gore. While the library does use filters on its computer, there is no guarantee that objectionable material will not be viewed. It is therefore the responsibility of the patron to ensure that these websites are not accessed during their usage of the computers.
• Children below the age of six must have a parent/guardian seated with them at all times in order to use library computers
• Time limits are imposed by time limiting software. Time may be extended upon request of the patron if there are no others waiting.

Computer use and Internet access are privileges, not rights. If a user is found in violation of this policy, privileges will be suspended for the remainder of the day. Repeated violations may lead to a one week suspension.

 

WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS

The Henika District Library offers free, wireless Internet connectivity to the general public. The access point name for users is LIBRARY PUBLIC WIFI.

Wireless users should be aware that the wireless internet is also filtered and the same acceptable computer use policies listed above apply when using library internet, even on personal devices.

Use of the Library’s wireless network is at the user’s own risk. The Henika District Library assumes no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from the use of the wireless network. The Library makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the wireless Internet service provided.

 

REMOTE DEVICES

Henika District Library provides access to remote devices that can be checked out for use outside of the library for any legal, educational, recreational or ethical purpose. Patrons must read and agree to this policy prior to using remote devices offered or circulated by the library including, but not limited to: hotspots, launchpads, e-readers and other devices predetermined by the library.

Certain restrictions exist with regard to device use, including:

• Library devices shall not be used for fraudulent or unlawful purposes.
• Library devices shall not be used to access websites portraying graphic sexual acts or excessive violence and gore. Even when the library does use filters on its device(s), there is no guarantee that objectionable material will not be viewed. It is therefore the responsibility of the patron to ensure that these websites are not accessed during their usage of the device(s).
• Library devices available for circulation must be checked out on an adult (18+) card and done so with a signed lending agreement for the specific device unless otherwise specified by the library.

Loan periods are imposed by the library and last for one week (seven days). The loan period may be extended up to once upon request of the patron if there are no others waiting. Overdue devices will have service terminated until they are returned. Devices overdue by more than 30 days will be billed to the patron for the full amount.

Device checkouts are privileges, not rights. If a user is found in violation of this policy, privileges will be suspended for a period determined by the director.

In addition to these restrictions, patrons must acknowledge that the library does not use filters on its remote devices unless specified. It is therefore the responsibility of the patron to monitor the content accessed and remain in accordance with the library’s acceptable use policy.

 

 

Adopted: 11/18/04

Revised: 12/9/04

Revised: 1/12/06

Revised: 4/13/06

Revised: 11/9/06

Revised: 3/8/07

Revised: 5/13/10

Revised: 11/8/12

Revised: 1/9/14

Revised: 12/13/18

Revised: 7/8/2021

Revised: 4/10/2024

The library photocopier is intended for use by library staff and the general public. It is expected that staff and patrons will comply with federal copyright law when using the photocopier. Prints, copies, and faxes for the public totalling under 50 pages per day per patron are paid for on a donation basis. Prints, copies, and faxes for the public totalling over 50 pages per day per patron will be charged according to the pricing listed below for all pages.

 

Black & White

• 8 ½ x 11: 15¢ per page Double-sided: 20¢ per page
• 11 X 17: 50¢ per page Double-sided: 75¢ per page

 

Color

• 8 ½ x 11: 25¢ per page Double-sided: 30¢ per page
• 11 X 17: 75¢ per page Double-sided: $1 per page

 

Faxes

• 50¢ per page Double-sided: $1 per page

 

 

Adopted: 12/16/91

Revised: 3/15/94

Revised: 8/12/98

Revised: 2/14/02

Revised: 3/12/09

Revised: 8/14/14 Revised: 1/14/16

Revised: 1/10/19

Revised: 2/13/20

Revised: 10/20/22

Revised: 10/14/25

Purpose

Notary services will be provided at the Henika District Library in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan.

 

Availability

Notary services will be available in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan. Only HDL employees who hold a valid State of Michigan notary commission will be able to provide notary services. Notary services are on an appointment or walk-in basis during regular library hours when a notary is scheduled to work and available to perform the task, up to 30 minutes prior to closing or prior to the end of the notary’s shift. HDL cannot guarantee that a notary will be on staff at all times, therefore patrons should call ahead to verify a notary is present and available. HDL does not guarantee availability of notary services at any time, availability is at the discretion of the library. Remote notary services are not permitted.

 

Fees

There is no charge for notary services.

 

Required Documentation

Patrons must provide:

1. The completed, unsigned, document(s) to be notarized.
2. A valid, unexpired state ID, federal ID, or other government ID with signature and photo (accepted forms of ID include: driver’s license, state ID card, US military ID, or US passport)
3. A witness, if required, who must personally know the person whose documents are being notarized, and who can provide valid photo identification.

 

Exclusions

Documents the Henika District Library will not notarize:

1. Documents that are already signed
2. Documents with blank pages, documents or pages not filled in, pages not related to the body of the document, or pages in a language other than English
3. Blank documents
4. Homeland Security I-9 Forms
5. Real estate documents, such as closing documents, mortgages, and deeds
6. Trust and estate planning documents such as trusts, living wills, wills, codicils,
7. Documents written in any language other than English
8. HDL cannot “certify a copy” (e.g., verify that a reproduction of an original is a true, complete, and correct copy of the original)
9. Notaries cannot certify or notarize that a document/record is an original or true copy of another record, including birth certificates, death certificates, adoption records, or marriage licenses. In Michigan, a notary can only acknowledge the signature of the issuer or holder (person on the document) making a true copy statement on, or attached to, the document.
10. The notaries retain the right to refer patrons elsewhere if they doubt the validity of the document(s) they are being asked to notarize or are uncomfortable with the person or persons signing the document(s).

 

Compliance with Michigan Law

The notary will maintain a journal in which each transaction will be noted, along with the identification provided.

Notarizing a document does not constitute a legal review of the document’s content. A notary public may refuse to perform a notarial act at any time, for any reason (MCL55.285[8]).

Notaries adhere to the Michigan Notary public act of 2003:

1. Notaries cannot give professional advice on legal matters pertaining to notarizing documents.
2. The notaries cannot act as a witness to and notarize the same document. Henika District Library will not provide witnesses and witnesses may not be solicited from other patrons using the library. To serve as a witness, the witness must personally know the person whose documents are being notarized, and must also provide valid photo identification.
3. Notaries are not permitted to make use of a translator to communicate with a notary services patron.
4. Documents to be notarized must be signed in person, in front of the notary who will certify the signature.

Adopted: 12/12/23