Southlake Public Library
TexShare Library Card Program
(Update: 8/31/2004)
LIAISON:
Kerry McGeath, Library Administrator
1400 Main Street, Suite 130
Southlake, TX 76092
PHONE: (817) 481-5718
FAX: (817) 481 - 5725
E-Mail:kmcgeath@ci.southlake.tx.us
URL: http://www.southlakelibrary.org
LIMITATIONS: TexShare card holders
may check out 3 items on their first visit, then a maximum
of 18 items thereafter. One user per card -- no additional
users may be added to a TexShare card. Interlibrary
loan is not offered on TexShare cards. Borrowing privileges
will be blocked until outstanding fines are paid and
overdue items returned.
ELIGIBILITY: Borrowers must have a valid
TexShare card issued to them by their home library and
a photo ID showing a permanent address. Both the TexShare
card and photo ID must be present to check out materials.
Borrowers will be asked to complete a card application
form for the Southlake Public Library. As a home library,
Southlake Public Library will issue TexShare cards to
registered patrons who: (a) are 18 years of age or older
(b) do not have outstanding fines or fees and (c) have
completed a period of regular library use for 3 months
(no excessive fines, damaged / lost materials, or overdues).
CARD AVAILABILITY: Borrowing privileges
and card applications are available during regular library
hours. Borrowing privileges remain in effect until the
expiration date of the TexShare card. TexShare cards
issued by the Southlake Public Library will expire either
one (1) year from issuance, or on the same date as the
Southlake Public Library card expires (whichever comes
first). TexShare cards must be renewed in person, with
a photo ID showing a permanent address.
HOURS:
Monday and Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday and Friday: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Holiday closings are posted on the library's doors and
on the website..
RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: Two (2) renewals may
be made on materials either by phone or in person. No
renewals are allowed on best sellers, audio books, or
materials on reserve.
RETURNS: Materials may be returned
to the circulation desk book drop or to the outside
books drops located on the North side of Town Hall,
to the right of the steps. Items returned by mail must
be received by the library before the due date to avoid
extended-use charges. Items must be mailed first class
and insured. Postage must be paid by the borrower.
MAIL RETURN: First class, insured mail
may be sent to:
Southlake Public Library
1400 Main Street, Suite 130
Southlake, TX 76092
EXPRESS MAIL: Address is same as
above.
OVERDUES: As a courtesy, three (3)
overdue mail notices will be sent, each at 2-week intervals
from the due date. Failure to return items and pay fines
will result in the suspension of privileges and notification
to the home library.
RECALLS: Not applicable.
NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Reference materials,
periodicals, and newspapers do not circulate.
LOAN POLICIES: Books, Kits and audio books:
14 days CDs, DVDs, VHS, cassettes, software: 7 days.
FINES: Books Audio books, Kits,: 0.25 per
day, CDs, DVDs, VHS, cassettes, software: $1.00 per
day.
LOST ITEMS: An item is condsidered lost
if not returned to the library within 8 weeks of the
due date. The replacement cost plus a $10 processing
fee will be charged. If the replacement cost is less
than $10, the replacement cost plus a $5 processing
fee will be charged. If a fine is owed on lost or damaged
items, it will be waived when the replacement cost plus
processing fee is paid in full. If lost items are found
and returned (with a library receipt) within three (3)
months of payment, a refund minus the processing fee
will be issued.
BILLING: Payments may be submitted
at the circulation desk or by mail. If by mail, please
include the TexShare card number and title of borrowed
item. TexShare card holder 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 home library.
ADDITIONAL: The URL for the Southlake
Public Library is: http://www.southlakelibrary.org
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