A little late? No problem. Return all items on your account, and there is no overdue fine. We love a fresh start.

If items become 30 days overdue, the replacement cost of the item + a $5.00 processing fee is billed to your library account. Once paid in full, or if the item is returned, all charges are removed from your account.

Yes. However, your Library account will be blocked if the amount owed is $25 or more.

If the lost or damaged item is from the children's or teen collection, we do not charge your account.  If the item is from the adult collection, we apply replacement fees. Visit our Lost or Damaged Items FAQ under Library Cards & Accounts for details on this process. 

Fines are less than 1% of our annual budget.

Yes! Donations support critical library programs and services. We are always grateful for your generosity—thank you!  

We also understand that you might want to offer a "teachable moment" to your child should they lose or damage an item. Our Youth Services Librarian is happy to consult and assist with an appropriate life lesson.

Yes. Here is list of the notices you will receive via email or text when materials are overdue:

Urged by the American Library Association

The ALA asserts that imposing monetary library fines creates a barrier to the provision of library and information services, and urges libraries to actively move towards eliminating fines.

Growing cultural shift

As seen across the nation— from Denver to D.C., San Francisco to Salt Lake City, Nashville to Telluride-- public libraries of all sizes are eliminating library fines.

Fines are not effective

Studies have shown that overdue fines do not have any impact on return rates. Libraries across the country are eliminating late fines, with no reported negative outcomes.

Equal access for all

We want to encourage use by all community members no matter their income. Late fines inhibit use by those who often need library resources the most.

No fines does not mean no responsibility

Patrons are responsible to return library materials in good condition. The replacement cost of unreturned materials will be billed to the patron. Library accounts will be blocked when there is a balance of $25 or more.

Not a significant source of revenue

Overdue fines are not a significant source of revenue for the Library (less than 1% of the annual budget).

Show goodwill

We value and care about our community.
We want to ensure that everyone can use our stellar collections.
We aim to make life just a little bit easier and less stressful for all.