Library trustees vote to eliminate overdue fines
By Canton Citizen
At their August meeting the Canton Board of Library Trustees voted to eliminate overdue late fees for most library materials. Effective immediately, overdue fees will not be charged for Canton materials returned late. Overdue fines and fees previously incurred will be automatically removed from library accounts.
“The board hopes this change will help those impacted most by the COVID-19 pandemic when so many in our community are struggling,” said Board Chair Peg Mead.
Patrons will still be charged a fee in some cases, such as if an item is damaged or lost, or for failing to return a museum pass or some circulating technology on time.
“This change will help ensure that there are no financial barriers to accessing the library collection and that everyone, regardless of their ability to pay, will be able to use the library,” said Library Director Andrea Capone.
Please check the library website at library.canton.ma.us for more information about borrowing policies and library services.
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Posted by Canton Citizen
on Sep 10 2021. Filed under News, Town Government.
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