Library Cards:
Cards will be issued to any resident of New York State who can provide two forms of identification, one of which includes your current address. Valid forms of identification include a driver’s license or a state issued non-drivers ID with your current address, an ID card or badge with your name typed (NOT written) on it, mail with your name and current address printed on it and a postmark within the past 30 days. If you do not have these forms of ID please check at the Check Out desk to see what else you can use. If necessary a postcard can be sent to your address for verification.
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Loans periods and Fines:
| Items |
Loan Period |
Fine |
| New Books (no limit) |
14 days |
.10 per day (max - $5) |
| Books (no limit) |
28 days |
.10 per day (max - $5) |
| Audiobooks (5 per card) |
14 days |
.10 per day (max - $5) |
| Music CD's (5 per card) |
14 days |
.10 per day (max - $5) |
| Videos* |
7 days |
1.00 per day (max - $5) |
| DVD's* |
7 days |
1.00 per day (max - $5) |
| New DVD's* |
3 days |
1.00 per day (max - $5) |
| Museum Passes |
3 days |
5.00 per day |
- There is a maximum late fine of $5.00 per item or $20.00 for multiple items returned at the same time.
- Must be 18 years of age or accompanied by Parent or Legal Guardian to check out movies; unless Parent or Legal Guardian signs permission slip.
- Video Loan Policy
Miscellaneous Charges
| Items |
Charges |
| Missing Pockets/barcodes |
1.00 per item |
| Lost Borrower's card |
1.00 |
| Lost date due card (blue) |
1.00 |
| Damaged or lost items |
Replacement cost |
| Returned check fee |
25.00 |
| Photocopies |
.25 |
| Computer prints (black and white) |
.10 |
| Computer prints (colored) |
.25 |
| Microfilm prints |
.25 |
You can use the book drops at the Main library and both branches to return books, audio and video cassettes, and CD’s when the library is closed.
You will need your library card to request items which are not on the shelf or which are available from another UHLS library. When your request becomes available, we will call you. Requests can be made by telephone, or using the online request system. You can also choose to receive library notices (renewals and requests) via email.
Items may generally be renewed once. To renew by telephone, you will need the library card number to which the materials are charged. Items with a waiting list, overdue items, and some Interlibrary Loan materials are not renewable. Online renewal is available through the library catalog.
The loan period for movies (VHS and DVD) is 7 days except for New Release DVD’s, which may be borrowed for 3 days.
A fine of $1.00 per day per title will be applied to movies returned late. There will be a maximum fine of $5.00 per item. You will be required to pay for lost or damaged items.
Most items can be returned in the book drop.
Renewals may be possible. You can attempt to renew in person, on the telephone, or online. Please have your library card available when attempting to renew.
A child under the age of 18 may not check out movies (VHS or DVD) unless a parent or legal guardian is present or has completed the Video Permission form.
- The library does not restrict children’s movie selections. If you wish for your child to avoid specific titles, library collections, ratings, or topics you must arrange this with your child. Library staff can assist in making recommendations or finding requested items but will not censor. Please familiarize yourself with our videos before granting permission for your child to borrow these items.
- Parents/guardians willing to allow their children the privilege of checking out movies will need to complete permission slip. By signing the permission slip, parents/guardians understand that their child maybe exposed to content intended for mature audiences.
- Parents/guardians are, ultimately, responsible for the materials their children check out.
