Q – What is an Interlibrary Loan?A – Interlibrary Loan is a service offered to Seneca Free Library patrons who need a book or magazine articles that our library does not own.
Q – What type of materials may I borrow?
A – 1) Adult and children’s books (fiction & non-fiction)
2) Periodical articles
3) Census records and newspaper on microfilm
Q – What may NOT be borrowed throught Interlibrary Loans?
A – 1)Reference materials
2)Rare, unique or valuable materials
3) Complete issues of periodicals
4) Books the Seneca Free Library already has unless they are missing
Q – What if the material I want available only out-of-state?
A – Seneca Free Library does not normally search for materials outside the state of Kansas unless there is a specific request made by a patron
Q – How do I request materials?
A – 1) Materials may be requested at the main desk.
2) For articles you must provide a complete periodical title, date, volume and issue number, article title, author and pages needed.
3) You must have a current Seneca Free Library card in good standing.
Q – What is the cost of this service?
A – There is no charge for Interlibrary Loan materials, either book or periodicals, as long as the request is able to be filled in state.
Q – How long does it take to get materials?
A – Most requests are filled in one or two weeks. The availability of materials from the lending library may cause delays.
Q – How am I notified when the materials arrive?
A – You will be notified by phone when your material arrives. If you cannot be contacted by phone, a post card will be mailed to you.
Q – How long may I keep the material?
A – Material is due 3 weeks from the date of contact. They they must be returned to the main desk or drop box. Periodical articles are photocopied and may be kept by the borrower.
Q – How do copyright regulations apply?
A – Periodidal articles requests must comply with copyright regulations. {Title 17 of the U.S. Code}
Q – Where to I return the materials?
A – Please return Interlibrary Loans to the main desk or outside book drop.
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