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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

Audio books

21

100*

3

25¢

$10

$50

Books

21

100*

3

25¢

$10

$20

Books in demand

7

100*

0

25¢

$10

$20

CD-Roms 21 100* 3 25¢ $10

$50

Circulating periodicals

21

100*

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

eReaders (residents only)

7

1

1

$1

$10

$450

Holiday books

7

100*

0

25¢

$10

$20

Hooked on Phonics 21 1 0

25¢

$10

$50

Interlibrary loans

Set by lender

100*

Set by lender

$1

$25

$50

Kits

21

100*

3

25¢

$10

$20

Leap Frog Products 21 100* 3

$1

$10 $40

Paperbacks

21

100*

3

25¢

$3

$5

Playaway digital audiobook 21 100* 3

25¢

$10

$45

Puppets

21

100*

3

25¢

$10

$10

Low Vision Aids

21

100*

3

25¢

$10

$50

Reference books

1

2

0

$1

$25

$50

VHS

21

100*

1

$1

$10

$20

VHS nonfiction

21

100*

3

25¢

$10

$20

Videogames

7

1

1

$1

$10

$20


* Please note:  a maximum of 100 items may be checked out on an account at any time (regardless of format).
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, email, or SMS (text messaging) 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 email or text. 
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 who has 10 or more items overdue, or 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.