out period of an item, ….
out period of an item, library staff will attempt to contact the resident via phone to encourage the return of borrowed items.
If materials are not promptly returned after the call, the item will be logged as lost and the patron will be charged for the cost of replacing that item.
What if I need more time to try a lost book?
The library will give residents time to locate materials, but residents need to let the library know they are still looking for misplaced items. Studies show that the elimination of fines can encourage the return of materials and increase patron use of the facility. Residents can borrow most books for three weeks and DVDs for one week. Most items can be renewed once, and the system is automated to renew materials before they are due. Patrons who abuse the new policy by routinely holding on to popular books will be issued warnings. Repeated warnings can lead to library privileges being revoked on a temporary or permanent basis, depending on the situation. For more information, visit the library Monday-Saturday from 9:30 a.m-3:30 p.m. or call (562) 598-2431.
