Typewriter Man

So, it is our policy in our library to charge ten cents a page for printouts. This covers the cost of paper and toner, etc. We also have a typewriter which is 25 cents for fifteen minutes of use. We give the customer two sheets of paper and after that we charge 10 cents a page. We do this to be fair and equitable. Since customers who print out are charged ten cents a page, it is only fair to also charge for paper use with the typewriter. Of course, people can bring in their own paper for free.

Well, Crazy Typewriter Man came in today and wanted a whole bunch of paper. I gave him two sheets and said he could come back for more at ten cents a page. He yelled in my face that that was ridiculous! We should give him all the paper he wants for free! I tried to explain about being fair and that this helped us cover the cost of maintenance and paper. I then suggested that he speak with a senior librarian or the city librarian to voice his concerns. He flew into a rage and shouted at me,

"I will not be talking to any LIBRARIAN! I'm going straight to the mayor's office about this right now! You'll be hearing from us!"

After he shook his fist in my face, I said to him "Good luck with that!"

C'mon people. Quit taking advantage of your library. We don't have any money and we can't supply you with office supplies.

And I'm sure the mayor will LOVE hearing about this.