THE CITY OF

BALCH SPRINGS

LIBRARY LEARNING CENTER

Damages may include, but are not limited to:

  • The item shows evidence of water, mildew or infestation
  • The item has been chewed or severely torn
  • The item has a lingering or overpowering odor
  • Dirt, sand, food or other substances adhered to materials
  • Highlighting or underlining of text and writing on pages
  • One or more pages is missing
  • The disk is cracked or broken
  • The cover has been ripped, removed or otherwise damaged

Borrowing privileges will be suspended until the replacement cost has been paid. If the item is later found, the Library will gratefully accept it as a donation; however, the Library does not refund replacement or processing fees.

Other Borrowing Services

TexShare Program

TexShare is a two-pronged program offered by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to library patrons throughout Texas. The card program provides a statewide library card for Texas residents. Patrons can obtain a TexShare card and use it at any other participating library in Texas. Cards will be issued to any patron after obtaining a library card and remaining in good standing for three months. A TexShare card renews after one year.

The other TexShare program is the database program which is explained in the Library's Electronic Resources User Policy.

cloudLibrary

cloudLibrary is an e-material collection that allows card holders to access downloadable e-books and audio books using their library card and password. The loan period for downloadable items can be found on the cloudLibrary website.