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Library >> Materials/ Loan Periods/Fines

A public library is a time-honored institution, created to serve the community and based on the concept of sharing resources.  When one person abuses their privileges that person takes advantage of the community as a whole.  Clinton-Macomb Public Library has established reasonable rules for the enjoyment of library materials.

Material Loan Periods . Overdue Charges . Notification of Overdue . Holds
Damaged Materials . Replacement of Damaged Materials . Lending Limits

Blue Square Graphic Material Loan Periods

Library Material Type

Loan Period in Days

Checkout
Limits

Number of Renewals

Daily Overdue

Maximum Overdues

Default Price

Audiobooks

21

none

3

15˘

$10

$50

Book/cassette kits

21

none

3

15˘

$10

$20

Books

21

none

3

15˘

$10

$20

Books in demand

7

none

15˘

$10

$20

CD-Roms 21 none 3 15˘ $10

$50

Circulating periodicals

21

none

0

15˘

$5

$5

Compact discs

21

15

3

15˘

$10

$15

DVDs 7 15 1

$1

$10 $30
DVDs in demand 4 15 0

$1

$10 $30
DVD nonfiction 21 15 3

$1

$10 $30

Holiday books

7

none

0

15˘

$10

$20

Hooked on Phonics 21 1 0

15˘

$10

$50

Interlibrary loans

Set by lender

none

Set by lender

$1

$25

$50

Leap Pad Reader 21 none 3

$1

$10 $40

Paperbacks

21

none

3

15˘

$3

$5

Playaway digital audiobook 21 none 3

15˘

$10

$45

Puppets

21

none

3

15˘

$10

$10

Low Vision Aids

21

none

3

15˘

$10

$50

Reference books

1

2

0

$1

$25

$50

VHS

7

none

1

$1

$10

$20

VHS nonfiction

21

none

3

$1

$10

$20

Videogames

7

1

0

$1

$10

$20

Blue Square Graphic Overdue Charges
To encourage the prompt return of materials, the Library charges a per day overdue fine based on the type of material (see above chart).  On the day after the due date, all materials will be considered overdue if they have not been renewed or returned.  No fines will accrue on days that the Library is closed. (back to the top)

Blue Square Graphic Notification of Overdue Material
The Library’s computer will notify customers of overdue materials via automated telephone calls, U.S. mail or email that comply with the Michigan Library Privacy Act.  The automated telephone calls will be the default mode of communication.  Customers may opt for notices by U.S. Mail or email.  Written notification will be sent to customers before the account is turned over to the Library’s collection agency. (back to the top)

Blue Square Graphic  Holds
The total number of holds that can be placed by an individual is limited to 15 items.

Blue Square Graphic Damaged Materials
Customers are responsible for all materials checked out on their card and are liable for any damages that may occur to library materials.  If there is damage to library materials that does not make the material unusable, (i.e. crayon or ink marks, binding or cover damage, minor water damage), appropriate charges will be assessed. (back to the top)

Blue Square Graphic Replacement of Damaged Materials
The Library will notify the customer of charges for lost or damaged items.  The charge will be the full retail list price for the item.  No replacements will be accepted. (back to the top)

Blue Square Graphic Lending Limits
Any customer whose fines or replacement value for unreturned materials exceed $5 shall forfeit borrowing privileges until materials are returned and fines are paid.  Customers experiencing unusual difficulty in returning their materials or paying their fines should advise the library staff.(back to the top)


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