Much of the country had snowy and blizzard conditions recently. Lots of libraries closed. So begins the ever popular debate, whether to close or stay open. Personally, I think it is a hard call. I don’t think libraries should necessarily close because the schools do. But I do think maybe you should if they are advising no travel. On the other hand, I am also a firm believer in “libraries as an essential service,” which may mean serving as a shelter for folks in a snow emergency.
A library in Connecticut regrets their “essential service” status, in the light of the recent blizzard. What do you think?
A Life in Libraries 
When it comes to closing if travel is not advised, I wind up looking at the staff scheduled. If everyone lives in town, I’m much more likely to stay open. With staff members coming from out of town, I also have to consider the probable conditions at the end of their shift. It’s always a tough call. I’m willing to bet we’ve all experienced making the wrong call — I know I have!
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It is easy to say you made the wrong call–in hindsight! Better to err on the side of caution, right?
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I believe you have the right idea with the no travel days. Just in my personal,humble opinion
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