Policies Regarding Circulation of Library Materials
| PRINT MATERIALS | LOAN PERIOD | OVERDUE FINES* |
|---|---|---|
| Books - Adult | 3 Weeks | $.10/day |
| Books - Juvenile and Easy | 3 Weeks | $.10/day |
| New Books | 2 Weeks | $.10/day |
| Circulating Encyclopedias | 1 Week | $.10/day |
| Magazines & Newspapers | 1 Week | $.10/day |
| Interlibrary Loan | Varies | $.10/day |
LIMIT: 2 BOOKS PER SUBJECT, FOR SCHOOL ASSIGNMENTS.
| NON-PRINT MATERIALS | LOAN PERIOD | OVERDUE FINES * |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Books / Digital Books / Playaways Instructional Multi Media |
3 Weeks | $.10/day |
| Kits (Books with CD or Tape) | 3 Weeks | $.10/day |
| Laptop Computers (Glenside Public Library District residents; age 18 and over) |
1 Week | $25.00/day (No maximum) |
| Learning Games / Puzzles | 3 Weeks | $.10/day |
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DVD's & CD ROMS (limit 5) |
1 Week |
$.10/day |
| New DVD's | 3 days | $.10/day |
| CD and Tape Players (In-House Only) | 1 Hour | $.20/hour |
| DVD Players (In-House Only) | 3 Hours | $.20/hour |
| Bicycle Locks | 3 Hours | $.20/hour |
Fees
Fees may be charged for interlibrary loans. Please return materials promptly. Library materials may not be checked out and public computers may not be used if borrower owes $20.00 or more in fines and fees. Long overdue materials that are more than 60 days overdue may be referred to a materials collection agency. A collection fee of $9.00 will be assessed, per account. Materials may be renewed on-line or by phone, if they are not on hold for other patrons. Please renew before or on the due date to avoid overdue fines.
*Overdue Fines
Maximum fine accumulates up to $5.00 per item, except for laptop computers. PLEASE RETURN MATERIALS PROMPTLY.
LOST AND DAMAGED MATERIALS AND OTHER FEES
Lost Material
Current price is charged for lost materials unless otherwise specified. A handling fee of $1.50 is charged for magazines and paperbacks. All other items have a $7.50 handling fee. The handling fee is charged to offset staff time required to withdraw or reorder the lost item. The handling fee will be refunded only if materials are returned within five (5) working days.
Refunds
Refunds are made within 6 months. Save your receipt. A receipt or copy of canceled check is required to obtain a refund. Returned materials must be in good condition.
Lost Learning Games
Price varies based on current costs. If pieces are lost, the game must be replaced. Cost for lost bag: $10.00.
Puzzles
Replacement is $11.00. Individual pieces: cost deltermined by Librarian
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Other Fees |
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| Book Jackets: | $1.00 | |
| Computer Disks: | To use with public computers | $1.00 |
| Containers, if lost or damaged: | CD, DVD, Video game cases | $3.00 |
| Circulating CD Bags | $7.00 | |
| Nylon/Plastic Bags (Kits or Puzzles) | $4.25 | |
| Laptop Carrying Case | $30.00 | |
| Copies: | Black & White Photocopies | $.10 per copy |
| Color Photocopies | $.25 per copy | |
| Board & Staff | $.05 per copy | |
| Earbuds: | $1.00 | |
| Laminator: | Minimum | $.50 per foot |
| Meeting Room Fees: | Per Use | $10.00 - Non-Profit Organization |
| $75.00 - Commercial Organization |
