Fees – Kenton Library https://www.kentonlibrary.org A BiblioWeb Site Fri, 06 Jan 2023 17:54:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/KY-KENTON/favicon.ico?1747311345106 Fees – Kenton Library https://www.kentonlibrary.org 32 32 Why did KCPL eliminate fines on overdue materials? https://www.kentonlibrary.org/faqs/why-did-kcpl-eliminate-fines-on-overdue-materials/ Tue, 11 May 2021 18:49:35 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=488
  • Libraries across the nation are realizing that fines create barriers to use.
  • While fines are a nice supplement to the library’s budget, it is more important that the people who might not be able to use the library because they cannot afford the fines have access to the library.
  • We also had a fine amnesty month last year and results from a poll indicated that people were interested in more fine free events.
    • ]]>         Can I buy the library a replacement item? https://www.kentonlibrary.org/faqs/can-i-buy-the-library-a-replacement-item/ Tue, 11 May 2021 18:48:38 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=486 Due to internal procedures, patrons cannot purchase items to replace lost items.

    ]]>         What happens if I lose or damage something I check out? https://www.kentonlibrary.org/faqs/what-happens-if-i-lose-or-damage-something-i-check-out/ Tue, 11 May 2021 18:35:06 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=484 If you lose or damage an item you will be charged for a replacement item. 

    ]]>         What happens if I forget to return items? https://www.kentonlibrary.org/faqs/what-happens-if-i-forget-to-return-items/ Tue, 11 May 2021 18:34:07 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=482 If you forget to return items we will send you a reminder.  You will not be charged late fees.  You will be charged for a lost item if it is not returned. 

    ]]>         How can I pay a fee on my account? https://www.kentonlibrary.org/faqs/how-can-i-pay-a-fee-on-my-account/ Tue, 11 May 2021 18:32:00 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=480 You can login to the classic catalog to pay your fees or pay them in person at any location. 

    ]]>         Fines for Late Items https://www.kentonlibrary.org/faqs/fines-for-late-items/ Tue, 11 May 2021 15:08:10 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=464 The library does not charge fines for most late items.  Fines still apply to Empower Tools.  A charge may be applied to your account if an item is overdue by 30 or more days. You will be charged for the item if it is not returned.

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