Singletary Memorial Library
TexShare Library Card Program
(Update: 07/22/02)
LIAISON:
Ruth Mather, Librarian
207 E. 6th Street
Rusk, TX 75785
PHONE: 903-683-5916
FAX: 903-683-5964
E-Mail: mtl 19@hotmail.com
LIMITATIONS: TexShare borrowers will not be able to borrow
video cassettes, books on tape or genealogy materials. The
number of items checked out on a TexShare card is limited
to 5.
ELIGIBILITY: TexShare borrowers will need a photo ID and
a valid library card from their home library
CARD AVAILABILITY: TexShare borrowers may check out materials
during all regularly scheduled Library hours
HOURS:
Mon & Thurs Noon to 7 PM
Tues, Wed & Fri Noon to 5 pm
These hours are year round hours
RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: Renewals may be made in person or by
phone
RETURNS: TexShare borrowers may return items at the same
desk as checked out, in our 24 hour book drop or by mail depending
on the number of items involved (1 to 5 items). MAIL RETURN:
Singletary Memorial Library
207 E. 6th Street
Rusk, TX 75785
OVERDUES: Overdue notices are sent by mail
RECALLS: The Library reserves materials on a first come first
serve basis and notifies patrons by phone when materials are
available for checkout. Due dates and fine rates do not change
when materials are reserved.
NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Genealogy materials and reference
materials
LOAN POLICIES: The Library\'s standard 2 week loan period
will apply to TexShare card users.
FINES: Fine rates are .05 a day for each day the Library
is open. The Charge for damaged materials is the replacement
cost of the material plus any overdue fines due on the item
LOST ITEMS:
An item is considered to be lost if it is not
returned in 6 weeks. The Library charges the replacement cost
of the item plus any late fees that have accrued. If the card
holder calls the Library as soon as they realize an item is
lost, no late fees accrue past the date of notification.
BILLING: Bills are due upon receipt and payment may be made
by mail, either by check or money order. Failure to pay a
TexShare bill will result in notification to the cardholder\'s
home library
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