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Lodi Public Library - Policies

Please feel free to review any of our policies on the following topics:

Borrowing

You may have up to 50 items checked out on your card.

Most items are checked out for three weeks. Magazines may be renewed once. Books and media may be renewed three times. Items may be renewed online, by phone, or at the library. Overdue items cannot be renewed if there are 25 or more items overdue and/or the accrued fines are $15.00 or more.

Due to concerns about the misuse of library card information, the Lodi Public Library is returning to requiring patrons to have their library cards in order to check out materials, use the computers, renew their cards, put money on their cards for copying, or effect any other library transaction.  This change will go into effect on March 1, 2011.

Overdue Fines and Charges

A fine of twenty-five cents a day is charged for each day an adult item is kept overdue, with a maximum fine of $10.00 per item. Juvenile items are ten cents a day; the maximum fine is $4.00 per item. Non-payment of fines will result in suspension of borrowing privileges. A fee of $25.00 will be charged for returned checks.

Due to fines and fees owed to the library for long lengths of time, patrons owing any amount of money for at least 60 days will have their accounts blocked.   So, if someone owes $2.00 or $20.00 or any amount for at least 60 days, (s)he will lose all library privileges.  The loss of those privileges includes checking materials out, using the computers, and any other library transaction.

Other Services

Internet Access Policy and Information Access Policy

It is the Library's policy that parents or legal guardians must assume responsibility for deciding what library resources are appropriate for their children. There will be some resources which parents may feel are inappropriate for their children. Restriction of a child's access to the Internet is the responsibility of the parent or guardian; the Library does not have the right or responsibility to act in place of the parent or legal guardian (loco parentis). The Lodi Public Library specifically disclaims any warranty as to the content's accuracy, authoritativeness, timeliness, usefulness, or fitness for a particular purpose. The Library shall have no liability for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages related to the use of the information contained therein.

Procedures for Internet Use

Call the library for an appointment; one-on-one internet assistance may be available by appointment. You will be asked to read and agree to a responsible use agreement. On the day of your appointment, check in at the Checkout Counter. Use the station. When your session is over, checkout at the Checkout Counter. A printer is available to print your Internet findings. The cost is $0.10 per page of text, and $0.25 per page of graphics and/or pictures.

Time Limits

You may reserve one hour of Internet time per day. If no one is signed up to use the Internet station, availability is on a first come basis. Pre-registered users relinquish their time slot after they are 10 minutes late, unless previous arrangement is made.

Responsible Use Agreement

With the freedom and privilege to access computers and networks come the responsibility to use this service in a responsible and ethical manner.

The following is a partial list of unacceptable uses:

Internet Use and Policy Statement

Purpose

As part of our collection, Lodi Public Library provides access to a broad range of information resources, including those available through the Internet.  The Internet offers access to many valuable local, national, and international sources of information. We make this service available to fulfill our mission to offer a broadly defined program of informational, educational, recreational and cultural enrichment opportunities for Lodi citizens of all ages and backgrounds.

Some Internet sites contain information which one may find inaccurate, controversial or offensive. The Library has no control over the information on the Internet and cannot be held responsible for its content.  As is the case with other resources in the Library collection, any restriction of a child’s access to the Internet is the responsibility of the parent or legal guardian.

Access Policy

It is the library’s policy that parents or legal guardians must assume responsibility for deciding what library resources are appropriate for their children.  There will be some resources which parents may feel are inappropriate for their children.  Restriction of a child’s access to the Internet is the responsibility of the parent or guardian; the Library does not have the right or responsibility to act in place of the parent or legal guardian (loco parentis) Parents and guardians are encouraged to work closely with their children to monitor or supervise their children’s use of the Internet.

Acceptable Use of Electronic Information Sources

With the freedom and privilege to access computers and computer networks comes the responsibility to use them in a responsible and ethical manner.  Unacceptable uses include but are not limited to the following:

Failure to comply with these restrictions may result in revoking your privilege to use the information and access the Internet. Implementation and administration of this policy regarding proficiency requirements, time limitations and compliance with acceptable use is the responsibility of library administration and subject to change at the discretion of the director.

Approved:  Lodi Public Library Board of Trustees-March 16, 1998

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