The Fairview Heights Public Library has adopted the following policy regarding the taking of photographs or videos inside the library building. Permission is not required for taking photographs or videos in public areas of the library building for personal, noncommercial use if no tripods, lights, or other specialized equipment is used. However, there may be library locations where the taking of photographs or videos is restricted or prohibited (i.e., restrooms). Taking photographs or videos of, or in, areas reserved for staff use only is also prohibited. If tripods, lights, or other specialized equipment is to be used, requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Persons taking photographs and videos shall not (i) compromise a patron or staff member’s right to privacy, (ii) harass, intimidate, or threaten a patron or staff member, or (iii) block library aisles, walkways, stairwells, doors, or exits.
EXTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOS
Taking photographs and videos outside of the library building and/or of the library grounds does not require permission. However, the activity may not impede the ingress or egress of patrons or staff to or from the library building.
COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOS
The library may permit use of its facilities for the taking of commercial photographs or videos if the project does not interfere with the mission of the library and is in accordance with the rest of this policy. The library will charge a fee to offset costs incurred by the library to provide access to the facility and prior permission must be sought at least one week in advance.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOS OF MATERIALS AND RESOURCES
The library permits the taking of photographs and videos of its publicly-available collections. However, patrons are solely responsible for obtaining consent or other permission when taking photographs or videos of copyrighted materials.
LIBRARY PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEOS, AND RECORDING
The library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds (including on any library website or social media platform). Any individual that does not wish the library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken.
PERFORMER PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEOS, AND RECORDING
Any performer that wishes to bring in professional recording equipment to record their performance must request so in writing at least one week prior to the performance. The library reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to deny use of recording equipment, and will determine where any permitted recording equipment is allowed in the space. Additionally, the library will not assume any liability for the damage/destruction of any equipment brought in by performers or audio/video engineers. A certificate of liability insurance listing the Library as an additional insured is required for any recordings that are permitted by the Library.
LIABILITY
Persons involved in taking photographs or videos are solely liable for any injuries to persons or property that result from their activities on library property. They also have sole responsibility for obtaining all necessary releases and permissions required by law from persons who can be identified in any photograph or video or for copyrighted materials. The library undertakes no responsibility for obtaining these releases or permissions.
APPROVED: 6/2024
