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Mission Statement
Ritter Public Library anchors our community by providing information, entertainment, and welcoming spaces for all.
Staff Directory
Staff
| Cheryl Grizzell | Director | 440-967-3798 ext. 6416 |
| Caroline Springer | Fiscal Officer | 440-967-3798 ext. 6412 |
| Jessica Dufner | Adult Services Manager | 440-967-3798 ext. 6415 |
| Aimee Adams | Youth Services Manager | 440-967-3798 ext. 6418 |
| Chloe Browne | Community Engagement Librarian | 440-967-3798 ext. |
Code of Conduct
The purpose of the Ritter Public Library is to provide a safe and orderly environment in which patrons can study, read, research, and attend programs or meetings. The Library’s Code of Conduct Policy has been established to protect the rights of the public and the staff to use the Library, and its services, without disruption.
Weapons
The Ritter Public Library prohibits any person from carrying or having on their person any weapons including any instrument used as a weapon on its premises in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Ohio Revised Code. Individuals with concealed weapon permits do not have permission, by virtue of those permits, to bring deadly weapons, firearms, dangerous ordnance or any instrument used as a weapon onto the premises of the Library. Any individual violating this policy is subject to prosecution.
Confidentiality
The following is adopted as policy by the Ritter Public Library Board of Trustees in accordance with state and federal law.
All information contained in a customer record is confidential information and may only be released under the following limited circumstances by the Library Director:
Meeting Room Use
Ritter Public Library is committed to helping build a sense of community by offering free meeting room space to groups, organizations and local businesses when the rooms are not being used for library activities. Provision of space does not constitute an endorsement by the library trustees or staff of any group or its activities.
Notary Service
The Ritter Public Library provides free Notary Public services for the benefit of the residents of our community. Notary service is normally available during the library’s regular hours of operation. Notary service is not available in the 30 minutes prior to closing. We encourage library customers to call ahead to ensure that a Notary will be available. The following guidelines will be followed for the provision of this service:
Internet Use
The mission of the Ritter Public Library is: “Ritter Public Library is a community center for the Vermilion area providing free space, information and entertainment.”