WHO MAY BORROW

A valid record in the patron database and a current bar-coded library identification card are required for checkout of all materials.

Standard Resident Card

Scarborough residents having a permanent Scarborough address, non-resident property owners, students attending Scarborough schools, and employees of Scarborough businesses may apply in person for a free library card. This multi-purpose card is used to borrow materials and to use library public access computers.

Individuals will be asked to provide proof of residence, property ownership, school attendance, or employment at the time of registration for a card as well as verification of mailing address. Proof of address may be a Maine driver's license, Maine ID card, current utility bill or rent receipt, tax bill or valid passport. [Note: Any person who is a Maine resident, or a nonresident temporarily domiciled in the State with a mailing address in the State may apply for an official state non-driver identification card.]

Homebound residents are served by the library bi-monthly delivery service and may fill out an application at home with the assistance of a family member or the delivery driver. This service is also provided to residents living in residential or nursing care facilities.

Non-Resident Cards

Non-residents who do not own or rent property in Scarborough, nor work in Scarborough, nor attend school in Scarborough, may be issued a one-year card upon payment of a non-refundable annual fee and verification of residence and mailing address. A non-resident card may be renewed annually.

Temporary Resident or Seasonal Card

Anyone who does not own or rent property in Scarborough on a year-round basis, but maintains a temporary domicile in Scarborough for up to six months may purchase a 3 month seasonal card. A seasonal card may be renewed once.

Free Public Access Computer Card

A free Public Access computer card will be issued to any non-resident for use of public access computers on the Maine School Library Network.

Free Courtesy Card

The Library Director or designee may authorize that a temporary courtesy card, valid for up to one year, be made available to a patron who does not meet any of the above criteria.

BORROWER’S AGREEMENT

Upon completing and signing the card applica tion, the borrower agrees to comply with the rules and regulations of the library and the posted fee schedule:

Return all library materials on or before the due date.

Handle the library materials borrowed with extra care.

Pay all outstanding charges promptly to remain a borrower in good standing.

Completion of the application requires an alternate phone number or secondary contact in addition to the home number. Parents or legal guardians of children twelve and under will be notified by mail that their child has registered for a library card if the child is unaccompanied at the time of registration.

CARD RENEWAL

Library cards are renewable annually. In order to renew a card all outstanding fines and fees must be paid.

LOAN PERIOD

New materials are clearly marked for a 7-day loan period or a 21- day loan period with one renewal possible if no reserve has been placed on the item. All other materials may be borrowed for an initial three-week loan period with one three-week renewal possible if no reserves have been placed on the item.

FINES

A daily fee will be charged for extended use of an item(s) beyond its return date. Overdue fees do not accumulate during periods the library is closed. Borrowing privileges may be revoked if an excessive amount of any fees are unpaid.

OVERDUES

As a courtesy, a printed notice that includes the cost of the materials and any fees incurred is mailed to borrowers when material is 2 weeks overdue. Following that notice, a final bill will be issued.

LOST OR DAMAGED MATERIALS

The cardholder is responsible for loss of materials and any damage to materials borrowed on the card. The charge for a damaged or lost item will be the replacement cost of the item, and, if assessed, a processing fee, and accumulated fines on the item. (See Fee Schedule.) A person who knowingly fails to comply with the library policies concerning the return of materials may also be charged with a Class D crime. Source: Title 17-A: Maine Criminal Code Chapter 15 §360.

DENIAL OF BORROWING PRIVILEGE OR LIBRARY USE

Use of the library or its materials may be denied for inappropriate conduct, loss of books or other materials, destruction or tampering with library property, or any illegal activities.

RIGHT OF APPEAL

The borrower may appeal denial of privileges in writing to the Library Director within 21 days of the occurrence.

Adopted: 6/15/2006