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TexShare Library Lending Policies

 

Abilene Public Library
TexShare Library Card Program

(updated 02/23/2004)

LIAISON:

Margie Sanchez, Public Service Librarian
Abilene Public Library
202 Cedar St
Abilene TX 79601

PHONE: 325-676-6027
FAX: 325-676-6024
E-Mail: margie.sanchez@abilenetx.com

LIMITATIONS: Texshare users are limited to two (2) books. Materials may be renewed if not previously requested by another user.

ELIGIBILITY: Texshare borrowers are eligible for privileges upon presentation of of a Texshare card issued by their home library and a photo ID. Texshare borrowers will be issued a temporary card. Anyone under 18 must secure consent and signature of parent or legal guardian.

HOURS: Effective September 8, 2003

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday - CLOSED

CARD AVAILABILITY : Privileges are granted and cards issued during all regular hours of operations.

RENEWAL OF MATERIALS : Renewal in person or self service through our online catalog at www.abilenetx.com/apl. Books may be renewed up to four times if there is not a hold on the books.

RETURNS : Only materials belonging to Abilene Public LIbrary may be returned at either library location. There are outside and inside bookdrops at both locations. Items may be returned by U.S. Mail/Express Mail (see address below). Returned items will be checked in as soon as possible upon receipt. The borrower will be responsible for any fines associated with mail/delivery/distribution delays.

MAIL RETURN: Abilene Public Library 202 Cedar St Abilene TX 79601 ATTN: Circulation

EXPRESS MAIL: Same as above

OVERDUES: Overdue reminders are sent out 10 days after the due date. Notices for outstanding overdue fees are also mailed. Notices and reminders are sent by mail or e-mail.

NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Only books from the circulating collections will be loaned at this time.

LOAN POLICIES: Books circulate for three weeks. Bestsellers circulate for seven days.

FINES: 10 cents per day up to $10 per item.

LOST ITEMS: If materials are lost or damaged, the borrower will be charged the price of the item plus a $5 non-refundable processing fee.

BILLING: Bills are due upon receipt. Make checks or money orders payable to Abilene Public Library. Borrowing privileges are suspended until materials are returned or payment made.

ADDITIONAL: See www.abilenetx.com/apl for full policy details.


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