TexShare Library Lending Policies

Boyce Ditto Public Library
TexShare Library Card Program

LIAISON:

Palin Bree
Library Director
2300 SE 7th Street
Mineral Wells, Texas 76067

PHONE: (940) 328-7880

FAX: (940) 328-7871

E-Mail: boyceditto@sbcglobal.net

LIMITATIONS: A maximum of 3 circulating items may be checked out at one time. Excluded items are as follows: rare books, reference, genealogy, videos, audiocassettes, microforms, newspapers and periodicals. Internet access and equipment are not available to TexShare borrowers. Interlibrary loan is not offered on TexShare Cards. Borrowing privileges will be blocked until outstanding fines are paid and overdue items returned.

ELIGIBILITY: Home Borrowers must be 18 or over and have a current adult Boyce Ditto Public Library Borrower's Card with no overdues or fines to receive a TexShare Card. Apply at the Circulation Desk to receive a TexShare Card. Patrons from other libraries must have a valid TexShare Card, and either a valid Texas Driver's License or Texas Photo I.D. showing permanent address and make application for a Boyce Ditto Public Library Borrower's Card. The TexShare Card, valid Texas Driver's License or Texas Photo I.D. and adult Boyce Ditto Public Library Borrower's Card must be presented to check out materials.

CARD AVAILABILITY: Borrowing privileges and card applications are available during regular hours of operation. Cards will be issued up to 15 minutes before closing. Borrowing privileges remain in effect until the expiration date of the TexShare Card. TexShare Cards issued at Boyce Ditto Public Library will expire six (6) months from date of issuance. Renewal must be made in person. The TexShare Card is not transferable.

HOURS: Tues., Thurs. to 10:00 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wed, Fri.: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Sat. to 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sundays, Mondays and major holidays.

RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: One renewal period (three weeks) will be allowed in person or by phone.

RETURNS: Library material may be returned to the circulation desk, outside book drop, by US Mail or Express Mail and should be received by the due date.

MAIL RETURN: Boyce Ditto Public Library 2300 SE 7th Street, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067. Borrowers must allow ample time to assure that the items are received by the due date. MAILED ITEMS MUST BE INSURED.

EXPRESS MAIL: Boyce Ditto Public Library 2300 SE 7th Street, Mineral Wells, TX 76067. Borrowers must allow ample time to assure that the items are received by the due date. MAILED ITEMS MUST BE INSURED.

OVERDUES: As a courtesy, borrowers are reminded 3 times about overdues by mail. Failure to return or pay for lost items within 8 weeks of original due date may result in prosecution. Borrowers will be held responsible for court costs in addition to the library's fines. Failure to return items and/or pay fines will result in suspension of privileges, and notification will be sent to the home library.

RECALLS: Items on reserve may not be renewed. Borrowers are encouraged to place a hold on items that are checked out if they are wanted. Borrower will be notified by phone or mail if an item has been recalled. Borrower will be asked to return the item as a courtesy. No due date or fine rate change will be made.

NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Rare books, reference, genealogy, videos, audiocassettes, microforms, newspapers, and periodicals. Internet access and equipment are not available to TexShare borrowers.

LOAN POLICIES: Loan period for TexShare borrowers is 21 days unless the material has been reserved. One renewal permitted.

FINES: Fine rates are as follows: $.10 per day per item beginning day after due date. The fine limit will not exceed the price of the borrowed item. Damage to materials shall be determined on a case by case basis; however, items too badly damaged to meet circulation standards shall be assessed full replacement charges - replacement price plus a nonrefundable $10.00 administrative processing fee per item.

LOST ITEMS: An item is considered lost if not returned within eight weeks of the due date. Charges are as follows: the replacement price and a nonrefundable $10.00 administrative processing fee per item. Fines are not charged if the borrower has to pay for the lost item.

BILLING: Payment of fines and lost materials may be made at the Circulation Desk or by mail. (See address listed under " Mail Returns"). Please include TexShare Card # and title of borrowed item if paying by mail. Checks should be made out to Boyce Ditto Public Library. TexShare cardholder agrees to pay any charges incurred as a result of late return, damage, or loss of materials. Failure to comply will result in the loss of TexShare library card privileges, and notification of responsible home library.