Richardson reopens library with limited services

The Richardson Public Library reopened its doors with limited access and modified operating hours on Tuesday, May 5. By way of Executive Order (GA-18) issued by Gov. Abbott, libraries may open under a 25 percent occupancy limitation, but interactive areas must remain closed.

The following procedures will be in place at the Library beginning Tuesday, May 5:

• Floor 1 will be partially opened under a modified schedule (see below). Public access to all other floors will remain restricted
  • Floor 1 Operating Hours
    • Mon. – Sat. (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
    • Sun      (2:30 – 5:30 p.m.)
  • Only 25 patrons at a time will be allowed in the facility during operating hours
  • Floor 1 services will be limited to first-floor book displays, media (movies/music), and service areas for children and teens.
• Public access is limited to Richardson residents only (patrons must bring proof of residency)
• Curbside checkout service will operate according to the following schedule
  • Mon. – Sat. (2:30 – 5:30 p.m.)
  • Sun  (no curbside service) 
• NOTE: No residency requirement for curbside checkout service

Other Impacts to Library Services

• If the facility is at capacity, patrons will be required to wait outside until space is available
• Sneeze guards have been installed at all staffed desk areas
• Floors have been taped to mark appropriate separation for social distancing
• Hand sanitizer has been placed for public use
• Credit card is currently the only accepted form of payment for late fees
• Checkouts are for 3 weeks with autorenewal kicking in on items with no holds
• Access to catalog/checkout computers limited to maintain social distancing
• Sanitizing of public areas will be performed nightly