Bedford Public Library
TexShare Library Card Program
(Updated: 08/30/2007)
LIAISON:
Barbara Sparks, Circulation Services Supervisor
1805 L. Don Dodson Dr.
Bedford, TX 76021
PHONE: 817-952-2352
FAX: 817-952-2396
E-Mail: bsparks@ci.bedford.tx.us
URL: www.bedfordlibrary.org
LIMITATIONS: A maximum of 2 books
may be checked out on a TexShare card. TexShare borrowing
is limited to adults 18 years of age or older.
ELIGIBILITY: Residents of the state
of Texas are eligible for a free Bedford Public Library
card either as a TexShare borrower or simply as a Texas
resident. Adults may apply in person by visiting the
Check Out Desk and presenting a current government issued
ID with photo. Texas state-issued driver's license or
ID is preferred.
CARD AVAILABILITY: Cards are issued
during regular library hours up until 15 minutes prior
to closing. The expiration date of TexShare borrowers
will match the date of expiration of the home library
issuing the card up to one year.
HOURS:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00AM - 9:00PM
Tuesday 10:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday & Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday 1:00PM - 5:00PM
RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: Four renewals
for books are available in person or from online account
access at www.bedfordlibrary.org or by calling 817.952.2352
so long as fines or overdue fine accruals have not reached
$5.00.
RETURNS: Bedford items should be returned
in our outside book drop after business hours or in
our lobby book drop when the outside drop is locked
or may be returned by mail.
MAIL RETURN:
Bedford Public Library
1805 L. Don Dodson Dr.
Bedford, TX 76021
OVERDUES: Patrons are responsible
for the timely return of materials. As a courtesy, the
library will attempt to reach patrons with a printed
notice and a telephone call after items are three weeks
delinquent. A warrant will be issued after 60 days and
attempted notices have been sent. The home library will
be notified of delinquent material.
NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Reference materials
do not circulate.
LOAN POLICIES: TexShare borrowers
are limited to two books. The 21 day checkout period
with 2 renewals applies to all borrowers.
FINES: $.20 per day per item. Maximum
overdue fine of $6.00 per item.
DAMAGES: Charges for damages range
from $2.00 to $6.00 up to the cost of the item depending
on the damage.
LOST ITEMS: Certificate of mail
is sent after 30 days and warrant is issued after 60
days. Charge for lost item is cost of item plus $6 processing
fee.
BILLING:Bills are due when accrued
and may be paid in person or with a check through the
mail. Borrowing privileges are suspended until all bills
are paid. Delinquent accounts are forwarded to the court
30 days after attempted notice and warrants are issued
after additional 30 days.
ADDITIONAL: Policies and procedures
are posted at: www.bedfordlibrary.org |
