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.

For Your Information…

• You may not hold more than one valid library card from any of the 29 libraries in the Upper Hudson Library System. All cards are interchangeable between member libraries, and can be used at any of the locations (some restrictions may apply at some locations for patrons who reside outside of Albany and Rensselaer counties). If necessary you can replace your card for a charge of $1.00, but you must show a picture ID in order to do so.
• If your card is lost or stolen let us know immediately. You are responsible for materials charged on your card by anyone.
• You must inform us of any name, telephone, or address change as soon as it occurs.
• The first time you use your library card you may take out two items. When these items are returned our normal limits will apply.

Troy Public Library is part of the Upper Hudson Library System. Your Troy Public Library card is accepted at most public libraries in Rensselaer and Albany counties.

Loans periods and Fines:

• 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

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.

]]> http://www.thetroylibrary.org/?feed=rss2&p=21 0 http://www.thetroylibrary.org/?p=22 http://www.thetroylibrary.org/?p=22#comments Sat, 08 Sep 2007 02:33:44 +0000 admin http://uhls.org/troy/blog/?p=22 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.

• A child is defined as any one under 18 years of age.
• If you wish to obtain a card for your children they do not need their own identification; you may use your ID to get them cards. (Two forms of ID required, one with your current address.) You must sign the registration card for them.
• Children over 12 years of age who have their own forms of required identification may get a library card themselves. You do not need to sign the registration card .
• Children under 7 years of age must not be left unattended at any time, including when participating in programs.
• If you wish for your children to avoid specific titles, library collections or topics, you must arrange that with your children. Library staff can assist in making recommendations or finding requested items but will not censor.
• Access to the internet and videos requires a parent’s permission in person. You accept responsibility for selection of videos as well as use of the internet. Please familiarize yourself with our videos and internet policy before granting this permission.

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.

• Main Library
  100 Second Street
  Troy, NY 12180
  518.274.7071 phone
  518.271.9154 fax
  Hours:
  Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 8 pm
  Friday and Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm *
  (*Summer, Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm)
  Directions
• Lansingburgh Branch
  114th Street and 4th Avenue
  Troy, NY 12182
  518.235.5310  phone
  Hours:
  Monday to Wednesday:  1:00 – 7:00 pm
  Thursday to Saturday:  10:00 am – 4:00 pm*
  (*Summer, Saturday: 10:00 am – 1 pm)
  Directions
• Sycaway Branch
  School 18, Hoosick Street
  Troy, NY 12180
  518.274.1822 phone
  Hours:
  Monday and Wednesday:  10:00 – 4:00 pm
  Tuesday and Thursday:  12:00 – 6:00 pm
  Directions

Holidays Observed:

• May 29 and 31st 2010 – Memorial Day Weekend
  
• July 5, 2010 – July 4th Holiday
  
• September 4, 2010 -  Labor Day Weekend
• September 6, 2010 -  Labor Day
• November 25, 2010 – Thanksgiving Day
• December 24, 2010 – Christmas Eve
• December 25, 2010 – Christmas Day
• December 31, 2010  – New Year’s Eve
• January 1, 2011 – New Year’s Day