Circulation Services Policy of the Seminole Community Library

Library Cards

• Residents of member cities (Clearwater, Dunedin, Gulfport, Largo, Madeira Beach, North Redington Beach, Oldsmar, Pinellas Park, Redington Beach, Redington Shores, Safety Harbor, St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg, Seminole, Tarpon Springs, Treasure Island), taxing districts (Palm Harbor, East Lake), and the unincorporated areas of Pinellas County are entitled to a free library card.



• Adult cards will be issued to persons age 17 years and older. Teen cards will be issued to persons age 14 years through 16 years. Juvenile library cards will be issued to children age 13 and under if requested and signed for by a parent or legal guardian, with presentation of valid identification. All categories must meet the residency requirements and present valid identification.



• Valid identification required for library card registration or renewal is photo identification with current address (e.g., Florida driver’s license, Florida state identification, Florida student identification, or passport).


If the address on the photo identification is not current or included, other proof of current address may include:
• current TRIM notice or tax bill
• current utility bill (electric, gas, water, cable television)
• long-term lease on property (6 months or longer) in the Cooperative area
• deed to property in the Cooperative area
• vehicle registration or title (current year)
• voter’s registration
• piece of mail forwarded to current address and bearing a United States Postal Service forwarding label



• Library cards expire after a period of three years, and may be renewed upon presentation of valid identification.



• A current PPLC library card is valid at all member libraries of the Cooperative: Clearwater, Dunedin, East Lake, Gulf Beaches, Gulfport, Largo, Oldsmar, Palm Harbor, Pinellas Park, Safety Harbor, St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg, Seminole, and Tarpon Springs, and may be registered for reciprocal borrowing with libraries in nearby counties. However, because all member libraries of the Cooperative do not share a common database of patron records, a current card issued by one member library may initially need to be registered at another member library before use.



• Patrons are responsible for any fines, damages, or policy violations on materials borrowed with their cards.



• Lost or damaged cards may be replaced for a charge of $1.00. Be sure to report lost or stolen cards promptly to avoid unauthorized use.

• For property owners who reside in non-participating cities and jurisdictions less than 12 months per calendar year, the following pro-rated fee schedule will apply:
  
  $25.00 fee for up to 3 months’ residence
  
  $50.00 fee for up to 6 months’ residence
  
  $75.00 fee for up to 9 months’ residence
  
  $100.00 fee for more than 9 months’ residence



• Patrons in non-participating cities and jurisdictions are responsible for any fines, damages, or policy violations on materials borrowed with their cards.
  
  
• Lost or damaged cards may be replaced for a charge of $1.00. Be sure to report lost or stolen cards promptly to avoid unauthorized use.

• Visitors to Pinellas County who are not property owners or year-round residents may apply for a seasonal visitors library card by producing current photo identification and providing a temporary local address.



• Seasonal visitors must pay a pro-rated fee according to the following schedule:


$25.00 fee for up to 3 months’ usage

$50.00 fee for up to 6 months’ usage $75.00 fee for up to 9 months’ usage

$100.00 fee for up to 12 months’ usage


• Seasonal visitors cards will be valid according to the length of time paid for.



• Seasonal visitors are responsible for any fines, damages, or policy violations on materials borrowed with their cards.



• Lost or damaged cards may be replaced for a charge of $1.00. Be sure to report lost or stolen cards promptly to avoid unauthorized use.

• Registration for use of the wireless internet network at the Seminole Community Library requires a library card. Patrons who desire access to the wireless internet network only may apply for a restricted-use library card.



• Applicants for a restricted-use library card must produce current photo identification.



• A restricted-use library card issued will be valid only for registration for use of the wireless internet network at the Seminole Community Library. No library materials may be checked on a restricted-use card.

Circulation of Library Materials

• Please observe all due dates carefully to avoid overdue fines. Mailing an overdue notice is a courtesy provided by the library. Failure to receive an overdue notice does not absolve the patron of overdue fines.



• Library materials may be renewed twice, if they are not designated as high demand items. The library reserves the right to make this determination.



• Reserves may be placed on all circulating items EXCEPT VIDEOCASSETTES AND DVDS. Reserves also may be placed on most items at other PPLC member libraries, with certain restrictions applying to high demand book and audio/visual materials.



• Videocassette and DVD loans are available to patrons age 18 and older with current library cards. Valid identification must be provided if requested by library staff.



• Videocassettes and DVDs are loaned for private, in-home use only. Any other use may constitute violation of Federal Copyright Law.



• Please report breakage or any technical problems you encounter with Videocassettes or DVDs. Often adjustments made on your VCR’s tracking system will correct visual distortions. Some tapes have minor interference, especially in the beginning. Fast forwarding for a brief time will often correct such problems. Do not attempt to repair broken Videocassettes.



• Never touch the actual tape of a Video or Audiocassette.



• Do not use a vacuum cleaner or any other electric motor near your VCR while it is in use.



• Keep Video and Audiocassettes and DVDs away from heat sources; do not leave them unattended in your car.



• Use care when handling DVDs to avoid breakage and scratching.



• The library is not responsible for any damages incurred during or resulting from the use of Videocassettes or DVDs borrowed at this library.



• Please rewind all Video and Audiocassettes and return to their proper cases. Repeated violations of the above regulations may result in suspension of borrowing privileges.

Confidentiality of Library Registration and Circulation Records