Pandemic Response
The LME Library is open to the public.
The LME Library is at phase 5 of our reopening procedures. We will continue to monitor the directives provided by federal, state and local officials and are committed to creating an environment that minimizes the spread of infectious diseases, including COVID-19 (coronavirus). The following measures have been enacted to lower the risk to both our staff and our library users of exposure to, and infection with, the novel coronavirus.
Facility Use Limitations (Updated April 2022):
Facial Coverings: Masks are optional.
Health Awareness: Patrons and staff are asked to be aware of their own health. If you feel unwell, please stay home.
Hours of Operation: The library hours of operation as of 9/7/21 are Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9am-8pm, Wednesday & Friday 9am-5pm, and Saturday 9am-1pm.
Hygiene Practices: Create social distancing of at least 6 feet from other people whenever possible. Wash your hands with soap and water often or use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
Rooms & Programs: Both study rooms are available to the public on a first-come; first-served basis. In-library programming has resumed. Meeting room reservations are being accepted.
Computer Use: Public computers are available for use.
Holds delivery: System-wide delivery of materials from other libraries restarted on June 29, 2020.
Alternatives to Library Visits
For patrons unable to enter public spaces, the library will continue to offer the following services:
- Curbside pickup: patrons may call 385-4540 or email requests This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and arrange for a pickup time.
- Online services are available through the library’s website. These include ebooks, eaudios, subscription databases, and other online resources.
Returned materials are not quarantined. Fines for overdue/late return resumed March 7, 2022. Please contact the library if you need any due dates extended.
You can continue to use the library without visiting by downloading eBooks; listening to downloadable and streaming audiobooks; reading digital comics, newspapers, and magazines; learning a language; and much more. Stay connected with us on social media like facebook for more ideas for things to do with your library card, and ways to stay healthy and happy during this complicated time.
Resources:
The library has created a resource list and will continue to add to it as more resources are located. We have put it on our website under RESOURCES | CORONAVIRUS RESOURCES http://lmelibrary.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=736&Itemid=267
Our first post regarding the novel coronavirus on our Librarian's blog was on March 10, 2020 http://librarylill.blogspot.com/2020/03/coronavirus-covid-19.html
What LME Library is doing to help prevent the spread of any infectious diseases:
We are currently following Illinois' Emergency rules adopted in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and guidelines set forth by the Centers for disease Control (CDC) and the Peoria City/County Health Department (PCCHD). We are also following the Illinois Department of Public Health's (IDPH) guidelines for COVID-19 and frequently reviewing the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's information for workers.
What you can do to help:
Your help is greatly appreciated to help minimize the spread of disease. Here are some simple steps you can take to help.
- Continue limiting in-person contact with others and expand social contact cautiously.
- Get vaccinated as soon as you are able.
- Practice social distancing and wear a mask when needed or required.
- Wash hands frequently using the World Health Organization (WHO) video on hand washing. www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PmVJQUCm4E
- Practice good hygiene by regularly disinfecting frequently touched surfaces and avoid touching your face.
- Cover your coughs or sneezes.
- Stay home if you are sick or have sick family members at home.
There are additional practices in this handout from the CDC on how to protect yourself and others.
