Approved by: Library Board
Approved Date: September 16, 2020
Review Schedule: Every 2 years in conjunction with budget cycle
Next Review Date: 2021
Ramsey County Library encourages patrons to return materials promptly in order to provide better service to all Library users. The Library does not charge overdue fines but does charge a daily fee for rental items.
All lost or damaged items are subject to a replacement fee. Once paid for, lost Library items may not be returned for a refund. Replacement copies of lost or damaged items cannot be accepted in lieu of payment. Patrons will be charged a replacement fee for lost or damaged packaging or parts.
Registered Library cardholders are responsible for all charges incurred on their Library accounts. Parents or legal guardians are responsible for all charges incurred on Library cards registered to their minor children. When a patron account has accumulated more than $10 in charges or has more than 25 items still out and overdue, borrowing privileges are suspended until charges or items out have been brought under the threshold. Patrons owing $50 or more in charges will be considered for Ramsey County Library’s debt collection process. Returned checks will be assessed a $25 fee. The Library Director has the authority to develop waiver programs for qualifying patrons with charges less than $300.