Loan Periods and Renewals
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Loan Periods
Loan periods are determined by the Library Director in cooperation with the Pioneer Library System. They are set to maximize the public's use of library collections and also take into consideration the demand for the type of material and the appropriateness of its use or value. Presently, loan periods are as follows. Material Type Loan Period New Books 2 Weeks Books 3 Weeks Audio Books 3 Weeks DVDs 1 Week/3 weeks for TV shows Music CDs 3 Weeks Magazines 3 Weeks Videogames 2 Weeks |
Renewing Materials
Loans may be renewed once or twice depending on the material type and are renewed for the same length of time as the original loan period extended from date the item is renewed. Borrowers may renew in person, over the telephone, or by logging into the OWWL online catalog. Borrowers will need their OWWL library card if renewing in person, their card number if renewing by telephone, or their card number and PIN if renewing on OWWL online. An item may not be renewed if a hold has been placed on the item and someone is waiting for it to be returned. |
Confidentiality of Loans
The Geneva Public Library complies with New York State law regarding the confidentiality of patron records. The law states “Records related to the circulation of library materials which contain names or other personally identifying details... shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed except that such records may be disclosed to the extent necessary for the proper operation of such library and shall be disclosed upon request or consent of the user or pursuant to subpoena, court order or where otherwise required by statute.”
Under no circumstances will a library staff member discuss a person's record of loans, holds, or renewals with anyone other than the person him or herself, or with other library staff members to the extent necessary for efficient and effective service to the public.
The Geneva Public Library complies with New York State law regarding the confidentiality of patron records. The law states “Records related to the circulation of library materials which contain names or other personally identifying details... shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed except that such records may be disclosed to the extent necessary for the proper operation of such library and shall be disclosed upon request or consent of the user or pursuant to subpoena, court order or where otherwise required by statute.”
Under no circumstances will a library staff member discuss a person's record of loans, holds, or renewals with anyone other than the person him or herself, or with other library staff members to the extent necessary for efficient and effective service to the public.