TexShare Library Lending Policies

Crockett County Public Library
TexShare Library Card Program

LIAISON:

Louise P. Ledoux, Librarian
Crockett County Public Library
PO Box 3030
1201 Ave. G
Ozona, Texas 76943

PHONE: 325-392-3565

FAX: 325-392-2941

E-Mail: crockco@verizon.net

LIMITATIONS: Library use procedure: Patron must fill out a library card. Temporary cards are issued first, with limited restricted use on first visit. Permanent cards will be mailed to patrons and full access granted at that time. Patrons have the option for cards to be kept on file in the library and used with proof of identification. Limited restricted access would apply to all TexShare cardholders. Books and materials are checked out for two weeks (14 days) at a time. Permanent cardholders books will automatically be rechecked for an additional two weeks. Temporary cardholders and TexShare cardholders are limited to two weeks on all books and materials. Number of books that can be checked out at any time: Adult patrons may check out unlimited materials. Children, Temporary and TexShare patrons may only take 2 books at a time. Fines will be charged for overdue books and materials. 5 cents per day per book. Fine grace period – one day after due date. Maximum fine per book will be the Replacement Cost. Patrons are responsible for lost or damaged books and materials. Cost is for new book plus $1.00 processing fee. Book damage is * of replacement cost. If book is damaged beyond use, full price will be required. Grounds for revoking use privileges: Books or materials not returned and/or fines for Overdue/Damaged/Lost books not paid, unbecoming conduct, or unacceptable use of computers and facilities. Full use privileges will be restored when books are returned, paid for, or restitution made.

ELIGIBILITY: The Crockett County Public Library pledges to provide free public library service to all persons in Texas in accordance with the same policies and procedures the Library has adopted for its local resident customers. All patrons must fill out a library card to use the Public Library facilities and to check out books. Children under 12 must have a Parent or Guardian sign their library card and be responsible for books checked out and conduct in the Library. CCPL is a full participant in the TexShare Library Card Program. Required information verified by proof of identification: Full Name Mailing and Physical Address. Readable signature. Date of Birth Driver’s License Number Phone Number (home and work) E-Mail Address Children under 12 require Parent or Guardian signature and computer use approval for Internet access.

CARD AVAILABILITY: TexShare cards may be applied for anytime during regular hours and must be renewed once a calendar year. Cards will be mailed to patron. Limited restricted use of all library materials and facilities applies to TexShare cardholders.

HOURS: CCPL is open Monday through Friday. CCPL is closed 10 days per year for major holidays. Monday 9am – 9pm Tuesday 9am – 6pm Wednesday 9am – 6pm Thursday 9am – 9pm Friday 9am – 5pm

RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: Books and materials are checked out for two weeks (14 days) at a time. Permanent cardholders books will automatically be rechecked for an additional two weeks. Materials may be renewed in person, by phone, or by email to crockco@verizon.net Temporary cardholders and TexShare cardholders are limited to two weeks on all books and materials.

RETURNS: Materials may be returned to the library during regular library hours, or placed in the outside book drop after hours. TexShare cardholders may return materials by first class postage by the U.S. Postal Service, by UPS or FedEx.

MAIL RETURN: Crockett County Public Library PO Box 3030 Ozona, TX 76943

EXPRESS MAIL: Crockett County Public Library 1201 Ave. G Ozona, Texas 76943

OVERDUES: Overdue materials recovery procedure: Phone calls will be made to all late patrons once a week. Those patrons who cannot be reached by phone will have a reminder card mailed to them. CCPL reserves the right to use all legal means of recovery.

RECALLS: New bestsellers or research materials placed on reserved waiting lists will only be checked out for 14 days at a time and will not be automatically renewed. Patrons not returning reserve materials on time will be notified by phone, and fines will be charged for late returns. Patrons waiting for reserved materials will be notified by phone when materials are available. If materials are not picked up in a timely manner, they will be passed on to the next patron on the reserve list.

NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Non-circulating items include all reference materials marked R, vertical file materials, newspaper collections, current issues of all magazines, and all computer equipment. All reference materials may be used in the library or photo copies may be made for patrons.

LOAN POLICIES: Books and materials are checked out for two weeks (14 days) at a time. Permanent cardholders books will automatically be rechecked for an additional two weeks. Temporary cardholders and TexShare cardholders are limited to two weeks on all books and materials. Number of books that can be checked out at any time: Adult patrons may check out unlimited materials. Children, Temporary and TexShare patrons may only take 2 books at a time.

FINES: Fines will be charged for overdue books and materials. 5 cents per day per book. Fine grace period – one day after due date. Maximum fine per book will be the Replacement Cost.

LOST ITEMS: Patrons are responsible for lost or damaged books and materials. Cost is for new book plus $1.00 processing fee. Book damage is * of replacement cost. If book is damaged beyond use, full price will be required. Materials are considered lost after 3 months. Overdue materials recovery procedure: Phone calls will be made to all late patrons once a week. Those patrons who cannot be reached by phone will have a reminder card mailed to them. CCPL reserves the right to use all legal means of recovery.

BILLING: Books or materials not returned and/or fines for Overdue/Damaged/Lost books not paid, unbecoming conduct, or unacceptable use of computers and facilities are grounds for revoking use privileges. Full use privileges will be restored when books are returned, paid for, or restitution made. Payments may be made during regular library hours, or patrons may call to find out fee amounts and mail payments in.

ADDITIONAL: Please see the CCPL website for additional information about the library, various policies, calendar of events, and the Friends of the Library.