Library Services

Using the Library

Want to know when your library books or movies are due or if they’re late? Get a text message or an email about the status of your library items. Let us know if you would like to add either of these benefits to your account!

Check Out

You can check out up to 5 items on one library card.

If a child is unable to qualify for a library card, the parent may check out five, non-audio visual items on his or her card.

Renew

DVDs may not be renewed.

All other library materials may be renewed 2 times, unless on reserve for someone else.

Make renewals by telephone or online through your account.

Check Out Times

Audios and CDs: 1 week, limit 2

DVDs: 1 week, limit 1

Books: 2 weeks, limit 5

New Magazines: 1 week, limit 3

Older Issues: 2 weeks, limit 5

Hold an Item

You may place items on reserve. We will notify you as soon as the reserved material is ready. You have 7 days to pick up your hold items.

Replacement

The borrower will be charged the full replacement cost of any video (VHS), DVD, audio, or CD that is returned damaged. A lost or damaged item may be replaced with a like item at the discretion of the director.

Fines

All books and magazines are $0.10 per day per item with a maximum fine of $2.00 as long as the item is returned in the same condition it was sent out. All audios, CDs, DVDs are $1.00 per day with the maximum fine not exceeding the purchase or replacement cost of the item.

Fines will not accrue on Sundays, holidays and any day the library is closed due to extenuating circumstances. All audio and visual fines must be paid before additional audio and visual materials can be checked out. An audio and visual fine will not preclude the borrower from checking out books or magazines.

Damaged, Repairable Materials

Fees for books that are returned damaged but repairable will be assessed based on condition of the item to a maximum of $2.00. Minor and repairable damage includes but is not limited to: slight tearing of 1 to 3 pages; stained covers; damaged or missing plastic book jacket or book pocket; damaged or missing barcode; damaged or missing video (VHS) cover; and erasable marks on the inside or outside of the book.

Lost Materials

If a borrower cannot locate an item at the time it is due to be returned, the borrower should report it as lost thereby stopping the further accumulation of fines. The library’s original cost of the item to be replaced will be charged to the patron. Upon payment for a lost or irreparable item, a receipt will be issued. If within six weeks of the date of payment, the item is returned in good condition, the price paid for the item shall be refunded. Condition of the item shall be determined by the director. The processing fee is non-refundable.

A patron’s borrowing privileges will be suspended until fines, fees and replacement costs are paid. A patron may replace a lost or damaged item with a like item at the director’s discretion.

You must pay late fees before you can renew an item.

Irreparable Materials

Borrowers who return library materials that cannot be easily repaired or cleaned will be charged the library’s original cost of the item to be replaced plus a $2.00 processing fee. The patron may keep the damaged item after payment has been made. Materials damaged beyond repair will normally be assessed at the same rate as lost items.

Get a Library Card

A library card is free to anyone who lives in Creek County with the geographical exceptions outside of the county of Basin, Cleveland, Terlton, Oilton, and the Keystone area (Coyote Trail/Round Mountain). A librarian may need to verify applicant’s location on a map.

Children

A minor child must be able to sign their first and last name on the application form to receive a library card. To obtain a library card, anyone up to age 17 must have a parent/guardian/custodial caregiver co-sign the card. A parent, guardian or custodial caregiver signing for their child must provide the same identification as anyone applying for a library card.

Temporary Residents

It is at the director’s discretion to allow temporary library cards on a case by case basis.

Adults

Adults, anyone age 18 and older, must provide two forms of identification with one verifying current address. One single form of identification is acceptable if it provides a photo, legal name and current address. Only current forms of identification will be accepted.

Acceptable forms of identifications:

• Driver’s license with current address

• Vehicle insurance verification

• Vehicle registration

• Personal check with printed name and address

• Student picture ID card or proof of current school enrollment.

• Social security card

• Medicare or health plan card issued by a federal or state agency.

• Current credit card

• Voter registration card

• Military ID listing rank and serial number

• Oklahoma County ad valorem property tax statement.

• Utility bills or receipts postmarked within 30 days

• Verbal confirmation from U.S.P.S. or Mannford City Hall

Conditions of Use

The borrower’s card must be presented each time to borrow library materials. A patron is not permitted to use another person’s library card. Library cards are valid one year from the date of the original application. Before a patron’s barcode number is revalidated, all registration information contained in the user record must be verified, and updated if necessary. All overdue material must be returned and all fines and/or fees must be paid in full before a borrower’s barcode number is revalidated.

A patron assumes full responsibility for all use made of the card. By signing the application form, the borrower agrees to comply with all library rules and regulations; to pay all fines; to be responsible for any loss or damage to materials; and to provide immediate notice of any change of address. The parent, legal guardian or caregiver who signs for a minor child is responsible for said child’s fines and/or overdue materials. Borrowing privileges will cease for both until restitution is made.

A replacement card will cost $2.00.

Confidentiality of Customer Records

Oklahoma law protects the confidentiality of Library Users’ Records (Title 65, Oklahoma Statutes, Supp. 1985, Section 1-105.  See Appendix I.) Patrons may ask for access to their own record; however, other individuals may not inspect a customer’s record except with the customer’s authorization or by order of a court of law. Parents of children under the age of 18 may have access to their child’s record.  Oklahoma State Law (Title 15 ssl3) defines a juvenile as a person less than 18 years of age.

Withdrawal of Parental Consent

The signature of a parent, guardian or custodial caregiver acknowledges responsibility for library materials checked out to a child. It is the policy of the library not to act in loco parentis, in keeping with the principles of equal access to information and materials for all customers. Therefore, the library will not restrict any customer, including children, from access to any type or class of materials nor from any information in the library, excluding internet information.

A parent, guardian or custodial caregiver who does not wish his or her child to have access to particular materials should discuss this desire and any restrictions with the child in the context of their parent-child relationship.

If the parent, guardian or custodial caregiver wishes to withdraw the acknowledgement of responsibility from his/her child’s card, the director will place a special message on that child’s record, so that no materials may be checked out to that card unless and until that child turns 18 and can assume responsibility for him/herself as a card holder at Mannford Public Library. The child’s record may be retained in the computer file for reference purposes, and may be reinstated at any time, either by the parent or signatory responsibility.

Computers, Internet & Printing

Internet & Computers

We have several computers with Internet for your information, entertainment, business and study needs. To use this service you must read and sign our internet use agreement.

Sometimes, we place limits on access when demand is high. Generally, we allow users a one-hour time slot. If no one is waiting, we’ll happily extend your time.

Filtered Access

Our internet access is filtered. Adults have the right to request un-filtered internet sessions. All illegal behavior is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.

Copy and Computer Printouts

If you use your own paper to make copies the cost is half price. Ask a librarian if you plan on making bulk copies; they may be limited. You can have up to five (5) free copies made out of reference books per daily visit.

We monitor the use of copy machine.

Black and white copies 8 ½” X 11”
Ten (10) cents per page, or per side of paper.

Legal size copies 8 ½” X 14”
Ten (10) cents per page, or per side of paper.

Color copies:
.50 cents per side on regular paper.

Copies printed from the computer:
25 per page for black and white and $1.00 for color.

Friends of the Mannford Public Library

Librarians will make copies for official use by F.O.L. officers in the capacity of F.O.L. functions, activities, programs, etc. and in accordance with the number of members and guests attending a meeting or function. Copy fees may be waived or discounted for non-profit or charitable organizations at the discretion of the library director.

Copyright and Fair Use

The copyright law of the United States governs the making of photocopies or other reproduction of copyrighted material. The person using this equipment is liable for any infringement. (Title 17, U.S. Code).