TexShare Library Lending Policies

Waco-McLennan County Library
TexShare Library Card Program

LIAISON:
M. Naomi Tran, Circulation Manager

Waco-McLennan County Library
1717 Austin Ave.
Waco, TX 76701

PHONE: 254-750-5943
FAX: 254-750-5940
E-MAIL: NaomiT@ci.waco.tx.us

LIMITATIONS:  TexShare borrowers are limited to 5 items checked out at one time. Borrowing privileges are blocked if items are overdue, or patron has outstanding fines or unpaid bills.

ELIGIBILITY: Borrowers may apply for borrowing privileges by filling out an application at the Circulation Desk of any Waco-McLennan County Library library. A picture ID and proof of current address are required. In order to be issued a TexShare card, borrowers must be registered borrowers in good standing (no outstanding fines or fees and have recent circulation activity) of the Waco-McLennan County Library for a minimum period of six months.

HOURS:

For our locations, hours, and holiday hours, please visit:
http://www.waco-texas.com/city_depts/libraryservices/hours.htm

CARD AVAILABILITY: Borrowing privileges are granted, and cards issued to TexShare borrowers during regular hours of operation. However, all Circulation Desks close 15 minutes prior to Library closing. Borrowing privileges for TexShare borrowers are valid for 12 months from the date of issue.

RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: Material may be renewed in person or by phone on or before the date due. Items may be renewed only once. An item On Hold for another person may not be renewed. Videos and DVDs also may not be renewed. Renewal period is the same as initial check-out period.

RETURNS: Materials may be returned to any WMCL library. They may be returned inside libraries at the Circulation Desks, or through 24-hour book drops located at each library. Books may be returned by mail, but will accrue a fine if not received by the due date.

MAIL RETURNS:
Waco-McLennan County LibraryCirculation Department 1717 Austin Ave. Waco, TX 76701

OVERDUES:  Electronic Notification System - If the borrower has a Texas phone number or email address, an automated notice is generated when an item is one day overdue. When items are one week overdue, a printed notice will be mailed to the borrower. When items are two weeks overdue, a second printed notice will be mailed to the borrower. When items are three weeks overdue, a certified letter is mailed to the borrower citing possible collection or court action for materials not returned. As a courtesy, a pre-overdue notice email is sent 3 days prior to due date.

RECALLS:  No recall, however items on hold for other borrowers cannot be renewed. Videos and DVDs also may not be renewed.

NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS:  Reference books, Periodicals, and Genealogical materials are not available for check-out.

LOANS: Loan periods: Videos and DVDs 7 days Book, Audio-Cassettes and other items 3 weeks Borrowers under 16 years of age must have parent or legal guardian accept responsibility for materials checked out.

FINES: Fines for overdue materials are: Videos: $1.00 per day All other items: $ .15 per day Fines accrue to a maximum fine of the cost of the item + processing fee. Charges for damaged materials: Current replacement cost + processing fee. Processing fees are determined by the cost of the item: $5.00 for items costing $19.99 or less; $10 for items costing $20.00 or more.

LOST ITEMS: An item is considered "Lost" when: 1) The borrower informs the Library it is lost. 2) An item reaches the maximum days overdue. 3) A "ClaimsReturned" item is not recovered after 3 months. The cost of an item is the current replacement cost + processing fee. Processing fees are determined by the cost of the item: $5.00 for items costing $19.99 or less; $10 for items costing $20.00 or more.

BILLING: Fines and other bills are due when they are incurred. Payment arrangements may be made to pay bills over a 6-month period for patrons owing $25.00 or more. Outstanding balances over 60 days are forwarded to a collection agency, if no payments have been made. Payments in person may be made at any WMCL library. Payment by check or money order through the mail is accepted at the Central Library. Borrower's name and address should be clearly legible on the check or money order. The Waco-McLennan County Library does not accept payment by credit card.

ADDITIONAL:http://www.waco-texas.com/city_depts/libraryservices/circulation.htm#freecard