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Policies

All policies are provided in PDF format (requires Adobe Reader).

Library Cards & Borrowing

  • Acceptable Forms of ID for Library Card Registration
  • Library Card Application Form
  • Circulation Policy
  • Device Checkout Policy

Facilities

  • Bulletin Board/Displays Policy
  • Community Room Use Policy
  • Study Room Use Policy
  • Emergency Closure Policy

Collections

  • Collection Development Policy
  • Gifts and Restricted Funds Policy
  • Request for Reconsideration Form
  • Freedom to Read Statement
  • Library Bill of Rights

Computers

  • Public Computer Use Policy

Staff and Patrons

  • Child Safety Policy
  • Public Behavior Policy
  • Library Personnel Policy
  • Board of Trustees Public Comment Policy
  • Board of Trustees Public Comment Appearance Form

With any questions regarding library policy, please contact our Library Director, Debbie Bird, at dbird@portagelibrary.us, or call us at 608-742-4959.

  • About Us / Opportunities
    • Hours and Closing Dates
    • Policies
    • Collection Information
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Library Board of Trustees
    • Portage Library Foundation
    • Friends of the Library
    • Columbia County Library System Board
    • History of the library
  • 5-Year Library Strategic Plan
  • How Do I?
    • Get or Renew a Library Card
    • Use a Computer
    • Search the Digitized Newspaper Collection
    • Copy, Fax, or Scan
    • Print from a Computer
    • Connect to Wi-Fi
    • Make a Donation or Memorial
    • Reserve a Study or Community Room
    • Become a Volunteer
  • Resources
    • Calendar of Events
    • Portage Area Workforce & Service Connection
    • History of PAWSC
  • Adults
    • Free Employment Resources
    • Free Educational Resources
    • Job Search and Resume Help Available
    • Mystery Book Club
    • Past Program: Community Read 2021
  • Teens
    • Resources for Teens
  • Children
    • Preschool Story Time
    • Homework Help
    • Library Visits
    • Early Reader Guide
    • Child Safety Policy
    • YouTube Video Links

Current Hours

Monday: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am-6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am-2:00 pm

Click here for our calendar of programs & events!

Contact Us

Portage Public Library

253 West Edgewater Street
Portage, WI 53901
Phone: 608-742-4959
Fax: 608-745-0686
info@portagelibrary.us

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