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Checking Out
The patron must check out using their own library card. Patrons receiving a first-time library card may check out only 2 items when the card is issued. You must present your library card to check out any items. In order to checkout materials, patron account and linked household accounts must be in good standing, requiring the household to not have outstanding fine balance equal to or exceeding $1.00 or unpaid lost items. Library accounts must be renewed annually at which time a valid photo ID will need to be presented to library staff for adult accounts. Juvenile patrons may renew accounts without photo ID.
Library Materials and Loan Details
Material
# of Items
Loan Period
Fines
Books
20
3 weeks
$0.20/day
Audiobooks
5
3 weeks
$0.20/day
Magazines*
5
3 weeks
$0.20/day
DVDs
5
1 week
$1.00/day
Video Games
1
1 week
$1.00/day
Sports Equipment
4
1 week
$2.00/day
Chromebooks
1
1 week
$2.00/day
Hotspots
1
1 week
$2.00/day
Children's Tablets
1
1 week
$2.00/day
Experience Pass
1/year
1 week
$2.00/day
Note: Current magazine issues are in-house use only. Back issues available for checkout.
How to Renew Your Library Items
You can renew borrowed items up to two times, provided there are no holds on them. Renewals can be done conveniently over the phone by providing your library card number, or through your online OPAC account. Please note that new adult fiction, adult non-fiction, chromebooks, hotspots, and tablets can be renewed only once. Inter-library loans, Sports Equipment, Experience Passes, and STEM/Memory Kits are not eligible for renewal.
Returning Borrowed Items
To ensure a seamless return process, patrons can utilize the book drop located to the left of the library’s front entrance for most borrowed items. For laptops, hotspots, kids tablets, STEM/memory kits, and sports equipment, please return these directly to the circulation desk to ensure proper handling. Additionally, an indoor book drop is available at the front desk for convenience. All returned items undergo a thorough sanitization process to maintain a safe environment for all library users.
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Placing Holds on Library Materials
Convenient Hold and Pickup Options
Patrons can place holds on desired items by contacting the library at 423-745-7782, using their OPAC online account, or visiting the library in person. Each patron is entitled to five complimentary holds, with any additional holds incurring a fee of $1.00 per item per day. For added convenience, holds can be collected via curbside pickup by calling from the library parking lot, or they can be picked up at the circulation desk during regular hours. To ensure availability, please place holds at least one business day before the intended pickup date.
Lost and Damaged Items Policy
Understanding the Costs and Consequences
Our library is committed to maintaining a comprehensive collection for all patrons. If an item is lost or damaged, the patron is responsible for the full replacement cost. Should the lost item be found and returned in good condition within two months, the replacement cost will be refunded minus a $10 processing fee.
Damaged Items
Item damage is determined at the discretion of the Library Director and/or Circulation Manager. $5 fee will be applies to repairable damage to materials. Technology repairs are based on actual repair costs. All library items determined or suspected to be impacted specifically by pest infestations will be treated as damaged items under the library’s Circulation Policy and will either be treated or discarded at the Library Director’s discretion. Any material returned by a patron which shows evidence of live or dead bugs will result in immediate suspension of Library privileges for that patron and any patrons in the same residence. Suspension will be lifted after the patron presents proof that the residence has been successfully treated for and eradicated of the bugs in question by a licensed and accredited pest control company.
Financial Responsibility and Refunds
The parent/guardian signing for the juvenile card accepts financial responsibility for the child’s materials. Ask the front desk about the process for partial payments toward lost/damaged items. Refunds will only be issued to the parent/guardian who signed for the juvenile account. Parents/guardians who did not sign for account may receive refund if they present the receipt for the item payment.
Overdue Alerts and Consequences
Overdue alerts will go out at 7 days overdue, 14 days overdue, and 21 days overdue. First and second notice will be via email. Third notices will be via postal mail. At 30 days the item will be switched to lost.
Equipment
To borrow equipment such as technology devices, STEM/memory kits, or sports equipment from our library, patrons must have a history of borrowing materials for at least one month. This policy ensures responsible usage and availability for all patrons. Overdue returns of equipment are subject to strict penalties, including suspension of borrowing privileges for six months after three late returns.
Experience Passes
To borrow Experience Passes from our library, patrons must have a history of borrowing materials for at least one month. This policy ensures responsible usage and availability for all patrons. Overdue returns of Experience Passes are subject to strict penalties, including suspension of borrowing privileges for six months after three late returns.
InterLibrary Loan
In order to preserve E.G. Fisher Public Library’s relationships with lending libraries, the loss, damage, or late return of three InterLibrary Loan items will result in a six month ban from accessing InterLibrary Loans.
Discover Your Next Adventure
Visit us today or explore our online catalog to dive into a world of knowledge and entertainment. Whether you’re looking for the latest bestsellers, educational resources, or exciting new technology to borrow, our library has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enrich your life with our diverse collection.
