We Pride in Being Accessible
All members of our community are welcome.
Accessibility Statement
Martha Liebert Public Library is committed to ensuring digital and physical accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all.
Our Commitment
We strive to meet or exceed the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.
Website Accessibility
Accessibility Features
Our website includes clear and consistent navigation, descriptive page titles and headings, logical content structure, skip navigation links, keyboard navigation support, sufficient color contrast ratios, text resizing up to 200%, responsive design for all devices, alternative text for images, and ARIA labels for screen readers.
Known Issues
We are actively working to address the following limitations: some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible, certain third-party embedded content may have accessibility barriers, and historical archive materials may lack alternative text or captions. We are committed to remediating these issues. If you encounter specific accessibility barriers, please contact us.
Third-Party Content
Our website includes content from third parties including our library catalog system, LibCal event registration platform, database providers, and social media embeds. While we work with vendors who prioritize accessibility, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of all third-party content. If you experience issues with third-party services, please let us know so we can work with the vendor to resolve them.
Physical Accessibility
Building Access
The main entrance is accessible with automatic doors. Accessible parking is located near the main entrance with van-accessible spaces available. Accessible routes connect all public areas. The building features clear directional signage, large print and high-contrast signs, and tactile room identification signs where required.
Interior Facilities
We provide elevator access to all public floors, accessible restrooms on each floor, family restrooms, accessible drinking fountains, adjustable-height tables, wheelchair-accessible seating throughout the library, accessible study rooms and meeting spaces, clear pathways with adequate width for wheelchairs and mobility devices, and lowered service desk areas for wheelchair users.
Services for People with Disabilities
Assistive Technology
Available equipment includes screen reading software on public computers, screen magnification software, large-print keyboards, adjustable monitors and workstations, magnifying devices, and assistive listening devices for programs. Request assistive technology at the circulation desk or by calling ahead to ensure availability.
Alternative Formats
We provide library materials in accessible formats including large print books, Braille materials (by request), books on CD and audiobooks, e-books with adjustable text size, access to Bookshare for eligible patrons, and BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) access through NLS. We can convert library documents into alternative formats including large print, electronic text, and audio format. Please allow adequate time for conversion and contact us with specific requests.
Communication Access
For Deaf or Hard of Hearing Patrons: We provide staff trained in basic sign language (where available), video remote interpreting (VRI) services upon request, assistive listening systems for programs, written communication options, and video relay services.
For Vision Impairment: We offer staff assistance for navigating the library, help with locating materials, reading services by appointment, and descriptive tours of the facility.
For Speech or Communication Disabilities: We provide patient communication allowing extra time, written and electronic communication options, and communication boards.
Program Accommodations
We provide accommodations for library programs and events including sign language interpreters (with advance notice), real-time captioning (when available), accessible seating arrangements, materials in alternative formats, and assistance for participants who need support. Please contact us at least two weeks in advance of a program to request accommodations.
Feedback and Assistance
Your feedback helps us improve accessibility. Please contact us if you encounter accessibility barriers on our website or in our facilities, have suggestions for improving accessibility, need assistance accessing library services, or require accommodations for a program or service.
Visit the circulation desk and staff will assist you or direct you to the appropriate person. We aim to respond to accessibility inquiries within 2-3 business days. For urgent accessibility needs, please indicate this in your communication.
Ongoing Efforts
We are continuously working to improve accessibility through regular accessibility audits and testing, staff training on web accessibility standards and disability awareness, implementing user feedback and suggestions, upgrading equipment and technology, improving signage and wayfinding, expanding accessible format collections, and partnering with local disability advocacy organizations.
Legal Information
Martha Liebert Public Library complies with applicable federal and state laws regarding accessibility, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and applicable New Mexico state accessibility laws.
If you believe you have been discriminated against on the basis of disability, you have the right to file a complaint with the Library Director at Martha Liebert Public Library, the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division, or the New Mexico Human Rights Bureau.