Phased Library Operations Plan

274 Main Street. Hackensack, NJ 07601

(201) 343-4169

The library is currently operating at PHASE 4.

Open the lower level Periodicals Department for 60 minute browsing. The main level remains open.
Limited public seating available on the main level.
Public computers available for adults & children.
Further expansion of the hours of operation:
- Monday-Thursday: 9am-8pm
- Friday: 9am-5pm
- Saturday: 9am-1pm

Public reference computers available for one 30-minute session per day, with the possibility of two 15-minute extensions depending on availability.
Scan/Fax/Email station, copier, and microfilm readers available.
Collection of cash payments resumes for replacement fees and copying, printing, and faxing costs. (JPL does not charge overdue fines.)
No limits on printing or copying.
Staff available to assist the public.

Items can be returned to the book drop or at the Circulation Desk.
Check out materials with your smartphone via the MeeScan app.
Items available for pick up in the "Holds Pick-Up Area" by the Circulation Desk.
JPL cardholders can check out their own holds using new kiosks at the Circulation Desk.

Physically distant programs on the lawn (weather permitting).
Grab and Go Activity Kits available to support specific virtual programs such as Hackensack Creates and Crafternoon for Kids.
Virtual events on Zoom for all ages.
Series programs featured on Facebook and Instagram.

Building Safety Measures
- No public access to the building.
- Plexiglass installed on all service desks.
- Social distancing markers placed in high foot traffic areas.
- Hand sanitizer available in all publicly accessible areas.
Services and Support
- Virtual assistance from staff available via telephone and email.
- Virtual support hours available:
  - Mon., Wed., Fri.: 9am-5pm
  - Tues., Thurs.: 12pm-8pm
  - Sat.: 9am-1pm
- Library Wi-Fi available in the parking lot on Moore Street.
Items and Materials
- Double access to Hoopla content.
- Accept returns in the book drop & quarantine items for at least 72 business hours.
- Accepting item requests from JPL cardholders.
Events and Programs
- Hold virtual events via Zoom for all ages.
- Special series programs on Facebook and Instagram.
- Citizenship Mock Interviews available by appointment over the phone.

Partial Building Access
- Open Main & Moore street entrances.
- Directional arrows in place to guide traffic in the building.
- The lower level, children's room, and most of the main floor (including the bookstacks, reference desk, and public computers, seating, & restrooms) are closed to the public.
Services and Support
- Remote printing available for JPL cardholders.
- Self service copy machine available.
- Staff available to assist the public via telephone and email.
- Hours of Operation (In-Person):
  - Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9am-5pm
  - Tuesday, Thursday: 12pm-8pm
  - Saturday: 9am-1pm
Items and Materials
- Items available for pick up in a new "Holds Pick-Up Area" by the Circulation Desk.
- JPL cardholders can check out their own holds using new kiosks at the Circulation Desk.
- Holds on JPL materials can be placed by contacting the Reference Department by phone or email.
Events and Programs
- Grab and Go Activity Kits available to support specific virtual programs such as Hackensack Creates and Crafternoon for Kids.
- Virtual events on Zoom for all ages.
- Series programs featured on Facebook and Instagram.

Expanded Building Access
- Open the Children's Room, Reference (including public computers) and Bookstacks for 30 minute browsing. The lower level will remain closed.
- Open public restrooms.
- Maintain Hours of Operation:
  - Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9am-5pm
  - Tuesday, Thursday: 9am-8pm
  - Saturday: 9am-1pm
- Staff available to assist the public via telephone and email.
Services and Support
Services and Support
- Use of public reference computers available by appointment for 30 minutes per day.
- Scan/Fax/Email station available by appointment.
  - Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9AM - 1PM & 2PM - 4:30PM
  - Tuesday, Thursday: 12PM - 3PM & 5PM - 7:30PM
  - Saturday: 9AM - 12:30PM
- Use of microfilm machines by appointment.
- Remote printing available for JPL cardholders.
- Self service copy machine available.
- Staff available to assist the public via telephone and email.
Items and Materials
- Check out materials with your smartphone via the MeeScan app.
- Items available for pick up in the "Holds Pick-Up Area" by the Circulation Desk.
- JPL cardholders can check out their own holds using new kiosks at the Circulation Desk
Events and Programs
- Physically distant programs on the lawn (weather permitting).
- Grab and Go Activity Kits available to support specific virtual programs such as Hackensack Creates and Crafternoon for Kids.
- Virtual events on Zoom for all ages.
- Series programs featured on Facebook and Instagram.