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TexShare Library Lending Policies

 

Newark Public Library
TexShare Library Card Program

(updated 08/06/2004 )

LIAISON:

Susan Ellis, Director
P.O. Box 1219
Newark, Texas 76071

PHONE: 817-489-2224

FAX: 817-489-3472

E-Mail: dirnewark@sbcglobal.net

URL: www.newarklib.org

LIMITATIONS: The patron must have had a library card at the Newark Public Library for at least six months and it has used it responsibly for that period of time (i.e., no long overdue material, consistently overdue, and or lost material).

ELIGIBILITY: The patron must apply in person at 207 Hudson street during normal busness hours. The patron must be 17 years of age or older to be issued a TexShare card. The patron must have a valid ID and a current phone number where they can be reached. There will be a 24 hour wait to issue a card, to verify phone and address.

CARD AVAILABILITY: The patron may use their TexShare card at our location during normal business hours Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 10am until 6pm and Sat. 9am until 1pm. The TexShare card will be valid for 1 year and may be renewed every year as long as the patrons circulation record remains clear.

HOURS: Monday - Tuesday - Thursday - Friday 10am til 6pm Saturday 9am - 1pm We are closed Wednesday and Sunday We close for all state holidays as well as some special Library meetings or bad weather days.

RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: The patron can renew an item one time to extend their checkout period for an additional 14 days. This renewal may be done in person or by phone (817-489-2224)or e-mail (director@newarklib.org)

RETURNS: Items must be returned by there due date. In person, drop box located at The Newark City Hall, or by insured mail.

MAIL RETURN: P.O. Box 1219 Newark, Texas 76071

EXPRESS MAIL: 207 Hudson Street Newark, Texas 76071

OVERDUES: The first time the patron will be called to remind them of the overdue material. The second notice will be mailed. If the patron has a current e-mail address they will receive a reminder via e-mail. If no response or return the request will be turned over to our local police for collection, and or local court.

RECALLS: No item will be recalled. A patron has 14 days. If an item is on reserve. The patron may renew the item 14 more days, but then it must be returned for the next patron who has it reserved.

NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Videos, Magazines, newspapers, Reference Material

LOAN POLICIES: 14 days plus one renewal FINES: $0.25 per day for books for late returns

LOST ITEMS: Replacement is the cost of the item thru Baker and Taylor. Plus a $3.00 processing fee. If the item is no longer available a replacement of like material will be expected per the directors discretion.

BILLING: Fees are due upon request (phone or mail) Payment can be made in person or by mail. Please include TexShare card #, Your Name, as well as which book or books you are paying for.

ADDITIONAL: Website www.newarklib.org E-mail dirnewark@sbcglobal.net


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