Loan Periods and Fees

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

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	25¢	$10	$50
Book/cassette kits	21	none	3	25¢	$10	$20
Books	21	none	3	25¢	$10	$20
Books in demand	7	none	0	25¢	$10	$20
CD-Roms	21	none	3	25¢	$10	$50
Circulating periodicals	21	none	0	25¢	$5	$5
Compact discs	21	15	3	25¢	$10	$15
DVDs	7	15	1	$1	$10	$30
DVDs in demand	4	15	0	$1	$10	$30
DVD nonfiction	21	15	3	25¢	$10	$30
Holiday books	7	none	0	25¢	$10	$20
Hooked on Phonics	21	1	0	25¢	$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	25¢	$3	$5
Playaway digital audiobook	21	none	3	25¢	$10	$45
Puppets	21	none	3	25¢	$10	$10
Low Vision Aids	21	none	3	25¢	$10	$50
Reference books	1	2	0	$1	$25	$50
VHS	7	none	1	$1	$10	$20
VHS nonfiction	21	none	3	25¢	$10	$20
Videogames	7	1	0	$1	$10	$20

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.

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.

Holds

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

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.

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.

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.