Purpose:

To expand upon the Library’s mission to provide public access to information in a wide range of formats, the Robert J. Kleberg Public Library now provides Wireless Internet Access to library patrons within the library building radius located at 220 North 4th Street in Kingsville, Texas.

Acceptable Use Policy:
The Robert J. Kleberg Public Library is committed to providing an environment appropriate for its customers and employees. Patrons utilizing the wireless connection agree to comply with all provisions of the Library’s Internet Policy. Wireless Internet users are asked to refrain from displaying materials on their personal computers that may be interpreted as intimidating, hostile, offensive or inappropriate. Internet users should not display offensive material to passersby. Transmission, reception, or display of any material of communications in violation of any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited, including but not limited to:

Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted material
Access or dissemination of threatening or obscene material, or of material protected as trade secrets.

The Library reserves the right to take appropriate action to insure compliance with this policy.

Disclaimer Notice:
The Library’s wireless connection is unencrypted and unfiltered. Use of the wireless connection is done at the patron’s own risk. By using this connection, patrons acknowledge that hacking and security concerns are an inherent risk associated with any wireless service. For that reason, patrons expressly agree that they knowingly assume such risk, and further agree to hold the Library harmless from any claim or loss arising out of, or related to, any such instance of hacking or other unauthorized use of access into the patron’s computer.

The Library accepts no responsibility for any software downloaded and/or installed, email opened, or sites accessed while patrons are using the Library’s Wireless Internet connection. Any damage done to the patron’s equipment or self from accessing the Internet from the Library’s wireless access point is the sole responsibility of the patron; and the patron indemnifies and holds harmless the Library from any such damage.

The Library accepts no responsibility regarding the ability of patron-owned equipment to connect to the wireless network. Library staff will not change settings on patron equipment.

In addition, patrons shall agree to hold harmless, indemnify, and unconditionally reimburse the Robert J. Kleberg Public Library of any damage, liability, costs, claims, or expenses that the Robert J. Kleberg Public Library may incur that arises in any manner from any use or misuse of the Internet by a patron.

Approved by Library Board – October 2009