Queens: Circulation Policies

Patrons are responsible for all borrowed materials.

Patrons must return items on or by the specified due date.  Items not returned on or by the due date will be considered lost.  Patrons with a lost book on their record will be unable to borrow library materials until the book is returned, or the lost book fee is paid. Patrons with delinquent materials or fines may have their borrowing privileges suspended.

Loan Periods

• Books (general collection)
  • Up to 2 weeks and may be renewed once
•  Books (Reference collection)
  • Students may not borrow reference books. Reference items can be used in the Library, study rooms or classroom ONLY.  
•  Limited Circulation ( Review Books)
  • Up to 7 days and can be renewed once 

 Fines and Lost Books

Materials not returned on or by the specified due date will be considered lost and will be subject to a replacement book fee .In lieu of lost book charges, the Learning Resource Center provides the option to accept purchase of a replacement book.  The patron may purchase the lost title for replacement, or a newer edition of that title. 

Overdue Notices & Lost and Billed Notification

Patrons are expected to keep track of the due date of borrowed materials. Overdue notices are sent by email.

Suspension of Borrowing Privileges 

All patrons are subject to suspension of library borrowing privileges.  Borrowing Privileges may be suspended for non-payment of lost book fees or willful destruction of library materials.