IndyPL and COVID-19

The Indianapolis Public Library continuously evaluates our ability to maintain a safe, healthy environment for staff and patrons inside our locations. Library staff are self-monitoring for Covid-19 symptoms and reporting potential exposures from home. Out of an abundance of caution, libraries may be closed for a deep clean. A symptomatic or potentially exposed staff member and any other staff considered a close contact by CDC guidelines will require a negative Covid-19 test to return to work. This may cause a location to be closed or revert to curbside pickup only for multiple days if there are not enough staff available to operate a library location. See current closures and service adjustments.

We are continuing to seek and adapt to new ways to safely serve the public, while acknowledging the concerns and safety needs presented by The Marion County Health Department, and what we are learning through internal discussions. We will continuously evaluate our ability to maintain a safe, healthy environment for staff and patrons. These expectations are subject to change as needed. We ask that patrons be patient and respectful of our staff as we work through our new normal to bring Library services to the public.