We have had two hotspots that were not returned. When a hotspot is 1 week late, we cut off service. If it's still not returned after another week, we get a replacement from t-mobile and permanently remove the stolen one from our service plan. We circulate hotspots for 2 weeks with no renewals, but we will extend a checkout in extenuating circumstances. We do not charge a deposit, but we do have stiff fines for failure to return, damage and late returns. [cid:LivoniaLibrary-150_448311fd-878c-427d-a2b3-a583dea86bcb.png]<http://www.livoniapubliclibrary.org> Donna Winter Assistant Branch Librarian Livonia Public Library (734) 466-2675 dwinter@livoniapubliclibrary.org www.livoniapubliclibrary.org<http://www.livoniapubliclibrary.org> [cid:SocialLink_Facebook_32x32_f4cd0f65-1d29-42e1-8c6b-fa4525a26a66.png] <https://www.facebook.com/livonialibrary/> [cid:SocialLink_Twitter_32x32_88eae9ba-dbc6-4e96-8fbb-583ba4e951d4.png] <https://twitter.com/livonia_library> [cid:SocialLink_Youtube_32x32_aebcc362-2268-4807-a71b-51f1c09418fd.png] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC81D_yBDdwEXucKYYvCnXOQ> This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you. ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of EMAIL TEAM via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2023 11:46 AM To: Michlib-l ListServ <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] Hotspots Dear Librarians, If you circulate hotspots to your patrons what do you do when the hotspot is not returned? Do any of the libraries charge a deposit for the hotspot? How long a time period do you circulate your hotspots? Stephanie Daniels, Director Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057 (269)588-5103 http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/
