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.