As you know, browsing by appointment begins next Tuesday. We’ll have at most 76 patrons in the building each day, no more than 16 at a time–up to 4 computer users and up to 12 browsers (see image below for what 16 people in the building might look like). To give a sense of how that compares to our normal traffic, last July we had 500-700 patrons enter the building each day. All staff at a public desk during service hours will be required to wear masks. Given the recent increase in cases in Polk County, all patrons will be required to wear a mask as well–I’ll send a notice to those with appointments later today. Patrons will enter the front door as they have been. Masks will be available in between the entry doors and patrons will only be admitted once they’re masked. Walk-ins will be allowed if slots are available but anyone under 14 will need to be accompanied by an adult. Tuesday’s browsing appointments are full but the schedule for the rest of the week is pretty sparse. Let me know if you have any questions.
