General eligibility |
| The Main Library and Preakness Branch are open for use to everyone. To check out books or others materials, a patron must have a card registered in the Wayne Public Library system. Anyone who lives in or owns property in Wayne is entitled to a free library card, which must be renewed every three years. A non-resident who does not live in a  reciprocal borrowing area who attends school or works in Wayne is entitled (with student identification or proof of employment) to a “Courtesy Card” at no charge for a period of one year, and this card may also be renewed as long as the cardholder maintains their student status or employment in Wayne. All cards can be used in both locations of the Wayne Public Library System. Any card which is not used within a two-year period and which does not have an overdue or fine attached will become invalid and must be reapplied for. |
Adult cards |
| Adult cards may be obtained by applying at the circulation desk or on-line. The patron must present proof of address and/or prove eligibility to register. The patron is eligible immediately for full library service. |
Children's cards |
| Children may apply to receive a card. The parent or legal guardian must give permission for a child to have a card, and must accept financial responsibility for materials borrowed by the child. Juvenile cards do not restrict use of library materials and are given full confidentiality protection. |
Internet access card |
| A library card is required to access the Internet through the library computers. All patrons who are eligible for either a Wayne Library card, a Pals Plus member library card or whose home library participates in the open borrowing program must have that card in order to use the internet. |
Cardholder responsibility |
| Patrons are responsible for all materials charged out to them. Parents or guardians are financially responsible for all materials checked out by their children. The Library will assess damages beyond reasonable wear. Any material lost or damaged will be charged to the patron. (See Fines and Fees section below) When fines or fees are $5.00 or more or a fine remains unpaid for a period of 45 days, the patron cannot continue to check out material or use the internet until the fee is paid or payment arrangements are made with the library staff. |
B. Out-of-town residents using the Wayne Library |
| Out-of-town residents who live in towns that have entered into reciprocal borrowing agreements with Wayne may check out all library materials available to Township residents. Each user must present identification, a valid library card from their home library and be in good standing with that library. Holds can be placed on items that have been in the circulating collection longer than three (3) months. There is an annual charge of $125.00, equal to the latest published per capita support figure from the New Jersey State Library for a Wayne Public Library card with full borrowing privileges for out-of-town residents who do not live in areas with reciprocal borrowing arrangements with Wayne. |
C. Wayne resident use of other libraries |
| Wayne residents holding a valid Wayne Library card will be eligible to register to use any of the reciprocal borrowing libraries, provided they are in good standing with the Wayne Public Library. In all cases, the rules of the lending library must be obeyed. The patron is individually responsible for all material borrowed from reciprocal borrowing libraries. When reciprocal borrowing agreements require that the Wayne Public Library reimburse the lending library for material lost by a Wayne patron, the patron will be responsible for reimbursing the Wayne Public Library. The Wayne Public Library will provide information on the status of patrons to the lending library. |
D. Patron confidentiality |
| The Board of Trustees of the Wayne Public Library believes that it is the basic right of every individual to read what he or she wishes without fear of censure or legal consequence. It also affirms the right of every person to privacy. The library will do all within its power to protect each user's right to privacy with respect to all information required for registration and for information sought or received, and materials consulted, borrowed or acquired. Such records will not be made available to any individual, organization or government agency except pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:73-43.2 Confidentiality; exceptions.
Exceptions: Library records which contain the names or other personally identifying details regarding the users of libraries are confidential and shall not be disclosed except in the following circumstances:
a. The records are necessary for the proper operation of the library;
b. Disclosure is requested by the user; or
c. Disclosure is required pursuant to a subpoena issued by a court or court order
L.1985, c 172, s. 2, eff. May 31, 1985 |
Approved 10/9/01, 01/01/2004, 6/14/2005, 5/1/2007 |
