Materials
Materials are all the items in the library you check out or use while working at the Library, such as books, periodicals, CD's, DVD's, videocassettes, etc.
The Library's selection of materials can be viewed through the online card catalog from the library or any internet connection.
CHECKOUT TERMS
Patrons may check out a total of 25 items. Item checkout periods are:
Books & Magazines~ 3 weeks (limit of 5 the first day and 25 thereafter)
Express books ~ 1 week (limit of 5)
New books ~ 3 weeks (limit of 5 )
Audio books ~ 3 weeks (limit of 5, must be age 16 or older)
Music CDs ~ 3 weeks (limit of 5, must be age 16 or older)
Computer CD–ROMs ~ 1 week (limit of 5, must be age 16 or older)
VHS ~ 3 weeks (limit of 5, must be age 16 or older)
DVDs ~ 1 week (limit of 5, must be age 16 or older)
Deposit books/tapes/software ~ 3 weeks with deposit
Materials can be returned to any branch. Each branch has drop boxes for drive-by return. Materials, excluding CD-ROMs & DVDs, without holds placed on them can be renewed twice. Renew your items over the phone at 770-382-4203 or online.
OVERDUE FINES
Please return materials on time. Fines for overdue materials are as follows:
Books & Magazines ~ $.15/day
Audio books ~ .$15/day
Music CDs ~ $.15/day
CD-ROMs ~ $.15/day
VHS ~ $.15/day
DVDs ~ $1.00/day
Deposit items ~ $1.00/day
Card use is suspended when $10.00 in fees is accrued.
Failure to return borrowed library material is a misdemeanor under Georgia law and items outstanding for long periods of time may be turned over for collection.
The Library will assess a charge for lost items or for those returned with damage not considered consistent with normal wear and tear. A $5.00 processing fee will also applied for lost or damaged materials.
**See the Library Program Policy for a full description of Library Membership and Circulation **
