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| Parents no longer have to worry about their children accruing fines on their library cards. |
Seeking to remove barriers to
youth literacy, Russell Library will no longer charge late fines on youth
accounts
With Summer Reading just around the corner, Russell Library is
removing late fines for all youth library materials checked out on youth
accounts (ages 0-17), effective June 12. Children's and young adult items
will no longer be charged late fines.
The public library is a partner to youth, parents, families and
caregivers from birth through high school. Exposing children early to a world
rich with words, songs and play helps them become readers and succeed in school
and in life. We proudly serve youth of all ages with high-quality books, fun
and captivating programs, research resources, homework help, and caring staff
who offer personal assistance.
“For many, late fines are a real barrier that stops children and
families from using and benefiting from the resources the public library
offers”, said Matt Poland, Library Director and CEO. “With the support of the
Library Board, our library is changing this practice.”
Patrons of all ages will still be responsible for returning
library material for others to use within 20 days of the due date, or be
charged the replacement value of that item.
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