TexShare Library Lending Policies

Olney Community Library & Arts Center
TexShare Library Card Program

Kathy Gilmore, Library Director
Olney Community Library & Arts Center
P.O. Box 67, 807 W. Hamilton
Olney, TX 76374

PHONE: 940-564-5513

FAX: 940-564-3453

E-Mail: kathy.gilmore@esc9.net

URL: http://www.olney-isd.net

RESTRICTIONS/LIMITATIONS: Maximum of 3 circulating items may be checked out at one time by any TexShare cardholder in good standing. Borrowing privileges will be blocked until overdue items are returned. TexShare patrons may also use Internet stations in the library.

ELIGIBILITY: Borrower must be 18 or over to receive a TexShare card. Application may be made in person at the Inofrmation Desk. Borrower must have a valid TexShare card, and photo ID showing permanent address. Both the TexShare card and photo ID must be presented to check out materials. High school students may be given additional privileges if materials are not available locally.

HOURS:
Mon-Thurs: 8:00-8:00
Fri: 8:00-5:00
Sat: 9:00-Noon
Closed Sundays and most national holidays.
Summer hours begin at 9:00 AM

CHECK-OUT CARD AVAILABILITY: Regular, year-round hours. TexShare cards are good for six months and may be renewed.

RENEWALS: One renewal period (3 weeks) will be allowed either in person or by phone.

RETURNS: To circulation desk, outside book drop, or by mail.

MAIL RETURN:
Olney Community Library
PO Box 67
Olney, TX 76374

EXPRESS MAIL:
Olney Community Library
807 W. Hamilton Street
Olney, TX 76374

OVERDUE REMINDERS: Prefer phone number or e-mail. Must have a permanent mailing address.

RECALLS: Renewals not allowed if material is on hold.

NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Reference, VHS and DVD movies, microfilm, audio books, periodicals, compact disks, local history collection, and some Texas collection materials.

LOAN POLICIES: Books for public patrons may be checked out for 3-week periods. Faculty and staff from other schools or libraries may be extended if needed.

FINES AND FEES: No late fines. Damaged books are charged according to usefulness and not to exceed replacement cost.

LOST ITEMS: Full replacement cost is charged. Patron may replace material with exact edition, if available, plus a $3.00 restocking fee.

BILLING INFORMATION: Payment may be made at the library or by mail. Failure to pay will be treated as theft of materials and all library privileges will be revoked.