Any books that are overdue or have a hold status may not be renewed.

Loan periods vary by item type. The due date for each item is printed on the receipt provided at the time of checkout. Patrons may also view due dates for all checked-out materials by logging into their online library account. It is against City of Edinburg ordinance to retain any library material past the due date.

City of Edinburg Ordinance Chapter 96 Sections 03, 04 and 06

• Section 03 – Return of Books
• Section 04 – Failure to Return Books; Fines and Late Charges
• Section 06 – Filing Complaints

All material is inspected before and after each use.  It is the borrower’s responsibility to see that DVDs, Blu-ray, video games, books and all other material is returned in good condition or pay for the cost of repair or total replacement. Fines on overdue material are charged per day per item.

1. Lost or damaged material must be paid at the cost of the item.
2. A non-refundable processing fee of $5.00 per item applies.
3. Refunds are issued if items are returned within 30 days of payment.
4. Materials must be returned in good condition for refund eligibility.
5. No refunds without the original receipt.
6. Accrued fines are charged from due date to return date.
7. The refund equals the amount paid minus accrued fines.
8. Damaged materials must be paid within 30 days to claim them.

Adults, 18 years and older may checkout circulating materials this includes: Books, DVDs, Blu-ray, Video Games, Music CDs, Language kits, audio visual, and kits.

The Circulation staff will safeguard the confidentiality of patron records.  This is in accordance with the Privacy act of 1974 (Public Law 93-579).  No information will be given to a third party about the name of another patron who has checked out material.

The only exception to this policy will be in response to a court order.  Requests of this nature will be handled by the Library Director.