Loan Periods
All passes are for Deep River patrons only.
There is a limit of 2 new books, 5 DVDs, and 2 new DVDs per card. Overdue Items and Fines
Overdue materials (non-video) will be charged at the rate of $0.05 per item per library service day. Overdue DVDs will be charged at the rate of $0.50 per item per library service day. A maximum of $5.00 per item will be charged, with a maximum of $10.00 per borrower. A $5.00 fee is assessed if the written materials associated with an audio CD are lost. When account fines reach $10.00, the account will be blocked until fines are paid.
Overdue notices are sent at 3 weeks, 6 weeks and 9 weeks. At 9 weeks past due, return or replacement will be requested. If there is no response by 11 weeks, the patron’s privileges are revoked. Borrowing privileges will not be reinstated until the materials are returned or replaced, and the fines are paid. Patrons may purchase an item of equivalent value to replace the lost item or pay the price in the MARC record. Replacements must be the same title, in the same format and condition as the item lost. A borrower is responsible for returning materials in good condition. If returned materials are damaged but repairable, a fee of at least $1.00 will be charged. If items are damaged beyond repair, the full price will be charged. Patrons may replace the item or pay the price in the MARC record. Replacements must be the same title, in the same format and condition as the damaged item. Library Cards
A Deep River Library card is available to all Deep River residents at no charge. Photo ID with current address is required. School-aged children may obtain a card with a parent or guardian's signature. If a card is lost, a fee of $1.00 will be charged for a replacement. Any person presenting a valid out-of-town public library card shall be entitled to the same borrowing privileges as resident cardholders.
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Returning Materials
Library materials can be returned in several locations:
Reserves
Reserved materials will be held for 4 days. If the patron does not pick up the materials in 4 days, the reserve will be deleted and the next patron on the reserve list will be contacted. There are 3 ways to reserve an item:
Renewals
Patrons may renew all materials, except new books, reserved items, and some interlibrary loans. There are 3 ways to renew:
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