Bad Moon--er, weather-- on the rise: Bad weather policy review time!

If anyone had forgotten what snow and cold is like, this past weekend provided a good reminder!  Mr. B. thought it would be a good time for a refresher on our "Inclement Weather Policy."  So here 'tis:

Emergency library closings may be authorized by the Director.  Staff members will be notified by their department heads by telephone if they do not have to report to work that day.  They will be paid for the number of hours normally scheduled to work.

When the library is open, but extreme weather conditions make it impossible for a staff member to arrive at the regular time, reasonable allowance for lateness will be made.  If the employee cannot report for work within a reasonable time, they may charge the day off to vacation leave or leave without pay.  The library should, of course, be notified as soon as possible.

If an emergency occurs during hours the library is open, the Director, or, in the absence of the Director, the person in charge may authorize closing.  Employees will be paid for any remaining hours scheduled.

When the library is closed for weather or other emergencies, compensatory time off is not allowed for those on day off or on vacation.

REMINDER:  Joe Tennis will be at the library on Thursday night at 7 pm to tell ghost stories!