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Originally Posted by chilady1
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I would say they are the highest fees for non-residents, but I personally think it is worth it. ...
Fee cards are non-refundable and are available for 3 months ($75), 6 months ($100) or for one year ($125).
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I think I found the highest priced non-resident card yet last night at Oak Park, IL:
"What if I live outside Oak Park?
Anyone who has a valid Metropolitan Library System card, a Chicago Public Library card, or other Illinois library card may use our resources. Registration may be required on your first visit to the Oak Park Public Library.
To receive full Oak Park benefits, patrons may purchase a card for an annual fee of $395.21."
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Originally Posted by pidgeon92
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The Chicago Public Library only gives me three out at a time, and only three holds.
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The Chicago Public Library gives six checkouts at a time, but only three holds. I'd honestly rather it be the reverse with as long as wait times are for certain books though. Dan Brown's "Inferno" had a list of 420 when I had a fleeting thought of not buying it and just borrowing it. I laughed and moved on to Amazon hehe.
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Originally Posted by shalym
Hmm...Interesting. My library does require a photo ID and proof of address to get the card initially, so that they know who to bill in case of loss or damage. However, I know for a fact that my library, at least doesn't care who is actually using the card--they only care that the person who's name is on the card is responsible if something should happen to the checked out item.
Shari
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And it looks like they eased up a bit on those rules and my library is ok with others using your card now. I found this last night about the Chicago Public Library (which honestly surprised me):
"Rights and responsibilities are not transferable. Unauthorized use of another person’s library card number
without that person’s permission is expressly forbidden and will be subject to prosecution."