Patrons will have their borrowing privileges blocked when they reach the maximum accumulated fine or an item is more than 30 days overdue. Once each year the Library System notifies the City Finance Department of outstanding fines and library materials which are more than six months overdue. The Finance Department then requests the State Taxation Department to assess these charges against any tax refund or lottery winnings due to the holder of the library card. Interlibrary Loans Materials that cannot be found in the Library System may be requested from other libraries in Virginia and other states. To obtain a library card, proof of name and address is required.
Cards are available at all libraries.
You are responsible for all items checked out on your card until it is reported lost or stolen. Guardians are responsible for materials checked out on their children's cards. Ask Library Staff for help in arranging this. Renewals can be made by phone by calling 247-8505. Items owned by any other library system cannot be renewed by any person.