Cherokee Public Library

• Patrons will be asked to complete a physical library card application form. A staff member must witness signature on form. If any changes are made to this information, the Library must be notified. Proof of identification and residency may be required. (Driver's license)
• Your new CPL card will be made and given to you at the time you fill out the application form, if at all possible, otherwise, it can be picked up by the patron at his convenience. Any card returned to our library will be canceled.
• Children may have their own library card. A parent or guardian's signature will be required for persons age 17 and under. This signature confirms that a minor’s card is permitted to check-out materials from any of the library’s sections.
• Library Use & Unattended Children:
  • Children aged 6 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult (aged 18 or older) at ALL times while in the library. The library cannot assume responsibility for the safety of young children.
  • Children aged 7 through ten must have a responsible adult present inside the library. PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS, NOT LIBRARY STAFF, ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTIONS AND SAFETY OF CHILDREN VISITING THE LIBRARY.
  • All patrons will be expected to display appropriate behavior conducive to maintaining a peaceful atmosphere while in the building.
• Each patron is responsible for materials checked out on that individual's borrower card. If a card is lost or stolen, it must be reported immediately.
• A replacement card will be required at a cost of $3.00 if a card becomes lost, stolen, or becomes unreadable by computer.
• Two items may be checked out the first time on a new patron card. After that a limit of 5 items may be checked out on a card.
• Books are checked out for a two-week period and may be renewed if no reserves or requests (holds) are placed on the item.
• Books may be renewed by phone. The patron's barcode number and the barcode of item(s) to be renewed must be given.
• Overdue fees are not currently charged by the Cherokee Public Library.
• Patrons having lost or damaged books and/or library materials shall be charged current retail replacement price plus a $5.00 library-processing fee.
• Videos/DVDs are checked out to patrons for a one week limit with no renewals. 
• Audio books are checked out to patrons for 2 weeks only, unless they contain 10 or more discs, which may be renewed one time only. Only 2 audio books may be checked out on a borrower's card.
• Overdue notices will begin after materials are one week late. The patron will be called and reminded after the first week. After the second late week, a reminder card will be mailed.
• A limit of 2 items may be placed on request (hold) at any one time.
• Copy/printing services will be provided for the following fees:
  • black/white - $0.20 per page
  • color - $1.00 per page

Computer / Internet Rules:

• Patrons must sign-in on the "Computer Sign-In Sheet" and have a current library card in good standing to use any of the computers.
• For all computers, children under 13 must have a parent or guardian present with them at the computer. Computer use is limited to 1 hour with a maximum of two hours per day, unless otherwise approved.
•  A printer/copier with fax capabilities is available for patron use. All black and white prints or copies are $0.20 per page. Color prints or copies are $1.00 per page. Fax service charges are $1.00 per page sending. We are not able to receive faxes at this time.
•  No saving files to hard drive
•  No downloading from internet
•  No use of flash drives
•  Misuse and/or abuse will result in the loss of computer privileges

 

Fines / Late Fees:

There are no late fees at this time.

Patrons having lost or damaged books and/or other library materials will be charged current retail price for replacement plus a $5.00 library processing fee.