A resolution amending the Homer Public Library’s privacy policy was passed Monday during the regular Homer City Council meeting. The amendment addresses electronic communications, like text messages, including holds notices and other notifications automatically generated by the library catalog and enshrines in writing protecting the confidentiality of patrons’ phone numbers.

According to an Oct. 22 memorandum to the council from library director Dave Berry, the Homer Public Library has offered for several years the option for patrons to receive certain communications via text message. The library catalog automatically generates email notifications, which are converted into text messages before being sent to patrons. Patrons are also offered the choice of opting into or out of electronic c

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