[Libs-Or] Public Policy

[Kirsten Brodbeck-Kenney]

This would be one to consult your legal advisor on, I think. I've been told by our City Attorney and the local police chief that we can bar open carry of firearms on library premises, but cannot bar concealed carry. You may also want to consult on the "dangerous weapons" section; I've also been advised that there is very little we can do about other weapons (such as knives) unless the individual is using them in a threatening manner. Under Oregon law, you can openly carry almost any type of knife on your person. 
 
Any new policy regarding weapons is likely to draw interest, potentially of a litigious sort, so I'd make sure you're airtight on this one.

Kirsten Brodbeck-Kenney, MLIS
Library Director
Driftwood Public Library
801 SW Hwy 101, #201
Lincoln City, OR 97367
541-996-1251 (desk)
541-996-1262 (fax)
www.driftwoodlib.org

 >>> Oregon Trail Library District Director <otlddirector at centurylink.net> 3/30/2016 7:12 AM >>>
Good morning everyone,

We have a new policy for appropriate library use. It includes this as not allowed on Oregon Trail Library District property.
Carrying firearms and dangerous weapons of any type (except by law enforcement officers).
I was told yesterday by a board member, via a city police officer, that banning firearms on public property is illegal.  Does anyone else have this in their policies or know if it is illegal to ban firearms on public property?

Thanks,

Kathy Street, MLS
Library Director
Oregon Trail Library District
541-481-3365


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