Chapter 2.28
CITY LIBRARY
Sections:
2.28.010 Public library established.
2.28.040 Library rules and compliance therewith.
2.28.010 Public library established.
There is hereby established a public library to be known as the “city of St. Helens public library” pursuant to ORS Chapter 357. (Ord. 3276 § 2 (Att. A), 2022; Ord. 2627 § 1, 1991)
2.28.020 Financing.
The city proposes to finance the library out of the general fund of the budget, but does have authority and may finance the library by an annual serial levy, providing the same has been approved by the qualified voters of the city. (Ord. 3276 § 2 (Att. A), 2022; Ord. 2627 § 2, 1991)
2.28.030 Hearings.
The public library shall not be abolished, nor shall support be withdrawn therefrom, unless at least two public hearings are first held at least 90 days apart. Notice of the public hearings shall be given in a newspaper of general circulation within the city for two successive weeks at least 30 days prior to each hearing. (Ord. 3276 § 2 (Att. A), 2022; Ord. 2627 § 3, 1991)
2.28.040 Library rules and compliance therewith.
The library director shall promulgate rules of conduct to be observed by patrons of the library. Failure to comply with the library rules shall constitute a violation and may be prosecuted as provided in SHMC 1.06.060 through 1.06.160. (Ord. 3276 § 2 (Att. A), 2022; Ord. 3152 § 1, 2011. Formerly 2.28.045)
2.28.050 Gifts and bequests.
The board may solicit gifts and bequests of real or personal property or funds (other than fees and fines) to benefit the library.
Acquisition of real or personal property by gift shall occur by a legal instrument of conveyance or other writing transferring title of the real or personal property to the city, and such instrument shall clearly define the rights and responsibilities of all parties. The city council shall decide whether to accept all such gifts of property on behalf of the city and the library that have a value more than $250.00 or that impose financial obligations on the city.
All property or funds shall be administered by the city in accordance with its terms. Funds donated to the library shall be placed in a special account and shall be subject to expenditure only for the purpose for which donated, except that donated funds without specific limitations as to use may be used for general library purposes. (Ord. 3276 § 2 (Att. A), 2022; Ord. 3044 § 1, 2007; Ord. 2627 § 9, 1991. Formerly 2.28.090)