Roachdale Library reopens with new summer hours

Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Roachdale-Franklin Township Library

ROACHDALE -- The Roachdale-Franklin Township Library has reopened with some limitations.

The library has moved to Phase 4, which includes reopening with some limitations, while also continuing curbside services for library materials.

New summer hours, which began June 15, are designed to accommodate extra cleaning after closing. Summer hours are noon to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and noon to 3 p.m. Saturday.

However, from 11 a.m. to noon Monday through Saturday the library is open and reserved for senior citizens and immuno-compromised patrons.

The ins and outs of the current services include:

Two computers (one on each side) will be available to the public only for business, education or financial needs (i.e. applying for unemployment, SNAP, WIC or employment searches) at this time. Time limits may apply.
Patrons must be able to use the computer independently. Staff must maintain six-foot social distancing when providing basic assistance with computers and will not be able to type for the patron or touch the computer keyboard or mouse.
The children’s area will remain restricted at this time – persons may see staff for assistance.
The library and it materials continue to be cleaned and disinfected according to guidelines. Some public access to materials or areas of the building may also be limited.

It is recommended that patrons also wear face coverings when coming into the library and use provided hand sanitizer upon entering.

Both patrons and staff are asked to stay home if they have had a fever within the last three days or have experienced any illnesses.

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