For questions about any of these policies, please contact us.

Acceptable Use of Electronic Resources
Guidelines for use of the public computers at the Scottsdale public libraries.
Acceptable Use of Electronic Resources (AUP)
 Uso Aceptable de Resursos Electrónicos

Confidentiality of Library Records
The Scottsdale Public Library is required by law (A.R.S. 41-1354) to not disclose any record or information that identifies a user of library services.
Confidentiality of Library Records
 

Fines & Fees
In accordance with Scottsdale Revised Code, § 20-20, all cardholders are responsible for materials borrowed on their card. The following policy outlines the daily fines for overdue materials, fees for damaged or lost items, and procedures for delinquent accounts.
Fines & Fees

Free Speech Activity
Members of the public are welcome to use exterior areas around library buildings for free speech activity, subject to the City’s regulations as to time, place, and manner of use. This policy includes diagrams of the designated free speech areas at the Civic Center, Mustang and Arabian Libraries.
Free Speech Activity

Library Cards
Library cards are issued free to Scottsdale residents, visitors, and residents of Maricopa County. Permanent non-residents of Maricopa County are eligible for a Scottsdale Public Library card upon payment of a biannual fee of $20.
Library Cards

Loan Guidelines
Library users are assured of fair and equitable access to all library materials. Check-out periods and check-out limits are included in the following policy.
 Loan Guidelines

Materials Donations
The library accepts donations including, but not limited to, books, magazines, CDs, and DVDs to sell at Library Shops at all library locations or via third party vendors generating revenue to supplement library programs and services.
Materials Donations

Materials Selection Policy
The Scottsdale Public Library provides resources that meet the interests of community and resources which support lifelong learning.
Materials Selection Policy

Meeting Room Use
The following regulations shall apply to all library meeting rooms and are in addition to those set forth in the City of Scottsdale Ordinance #2022.
Meeting Room Use

Rules of Conduct
It is the policy of the Scottsdale Public Library System to maintain a safe environment in all library facilities. Our goal is to provide a positive experience where all library users are ensured open access to library services and programs.
Rules of Conduct