Library Policies & Procedures
Library Cards & Procedures
Library Cards :
- Your first library card is free.
- A parent or guardian is required for an child's card.
- Two easy ways to get a card:
- Come in to the library to get a card.
- You may fill out the application online and pick up your card at the library with presentation of acceptable ID.
To replace a lost card, a fee of $ 3.00 will be charged.
Renewing Materials
- Renew at the circulation desk during your regular visit.
- Renew on the phone (830) 693-7892.
- Renew online. Your account number is your library card number and your password is your phone. Click here to log in.
- Items may be renewed a max of 2 times.
- Late fee - $0.25 per day.
Lost or Damaged Items :
If an item is lost or damaged enough that it cannot be repaired and returned to circulation, the borrower will be charged the cost to repair or replace the item. A $10.00 processing fee will also be charged to cover the supplies and staff time expended .
Circulation Policy
Books :
- Up to 10 items (books, DVD, eBooks) may be checked out for a period of two weeks.
- Items may be renewed a maximum of two times.
- Books that have been reserved by another patron may NOT be renewed.
DVD's and AudioBooks :
- Up to 3 DVD's and audiobooks may be checked out for a period of two weeks.
- DVDs and audiobooks have a maximum of 2 renewals.
- DVD's and audiobooks that have been reserved by another patron may NOT be renewed.
Paperbacks and Puzzle Exchange :
- Paperbacks and puzzles are free to take and do not need to be checked out.