RETURN ITEMS

Learn where to return your items and what to do if you keep them a little too long.

Return Locations

Return your items to:

  • The metal book drop in front of the library.
  • The metal book drop located near the ATM just south of the 4-way stop in Kickapoo
  • The book return slot in the library’s Circulation Desk.
  • Another area library. Items will be checked in and sent to us via courier service.

Fine Free at BPL

Brimfield Public Library District does not charge daily overdue fines. Patrons are still responsible for returning borrowed items and are encouraged to return items in a timely manner so other patrons can enjoy them.

While patrons will not accrue daily overdue fines for items checked out at the Brimfield Public Library, patrons will be charged a collection fee for items 21+ days overdue. Material replacement fees will be charged for lost or damaged items. Patrons will receive overdue notices by email or text.

Overdue notices are sent as follows:

  • First notice: 3 days overdue
  • Second notice: 1 week overdue
  • Final notice: 3 weeks overdue

Our Fine-Free policy applies only to materials checked out through Brimfield Public Library. Each library sets its own lending policies. Patrons may still accrue fines for overdue items checked out at other area libraries. All fines and fees can be paid in person or online on your RSAcat account.

Paying Replacement Costs

Lost items may incur a replacement charge. Lost or damaged materials may not be replaced by patrons in lieu of payment.

Pay replacement charges by:

  • Check: Please make the check out to Brimfield Public Library District and write your barcode number on the memo line. Please bring checks to the Circulation Desk or mail to: Brimfield Public Library District, attn. Katie Hahn, 111 South Galena Avenue, Brimfield, IL 61517
  • Credit or Debit Card: Pay online by logging into your account and selecting “Fees” and then “Pay Online.” A small transaction fee will be added to the total.
  • Cash: Pay with cash at the Circulation Desk.

Payment timing
Payment of fines post to your account within 24 hours. Your library card will be available for use when the fees on your record total less than $5.00.

Refunds for “lost and paid” items
We will refund you for “lost and paid” items if you return the item in good condition within 30 days of payment. Refunds are only issued by check and mailed to you after the next meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.

Return Items

Learn where to return your items and what to do if you keep them a little too long.

Return Locations

Return your items to:

  • The metal book drop in front of the library.
  • The metal book drop located near the ATM just south of the 4-way stop in Kickapoo
  • The book return slot in the library’s Circulation Desk.
  • Another area library. Items will be checked in and sent to us via courier service.

Fine Free at BPL

Brimfield Public Library District does not charge daily overdue fines. Patrons are still responsible for returning borrowed items and are encouraged to return items in a timely manner so other patrons can enjoy them.

While patrons will not accrue daily overdue fines for items checked out at the Brimfield Public Library, patrons will be charged a collection fee for items 21+ days overdue. Material replacement fees will be charged for lost or damaged items. Patrons will receive overdue notices by email or text.

Overdue notices are sent as follows:

  • First notice: 3 days overdue
  • Second notice: 1 week overdue
  • Final notice: 3 weeks overdue

Our Fine-Free policy applies only to materials checked out through Brimfield Public Library. Each library sets its own lending policies. Patrons may still accrue fines for overdue items checked out at other area libraries. All fines and fees can be paid in person or online on your RSAcat account.

Paying Replacement Costs

Lost items may incur a replacement charge. Lost or damaged materials may not be replaced by patrons in lieu of payment.

Pay replacement charges by:

  • Check: Please make the check out to Brimfield Public Library District and write your barcode number on the memo line. Please bring checks to the Circulation Desk or mail to: Brimfield Public Library District, attn. Katie Hahn, 111 South Galena Avenue, Brimfield, IL 61517
  • Credit or Debit Card: Pay online by logging into your account and selecting “Fees” and then “Pay Online.” A small transaction fee will be added to the total.
  • Cash: Pay with cash at the self-checkout kiosk on the first floor.

Payment timing
Payment of fines post to your account within 24 hours. Your library card will be available for use when the fees on your record total less than $5.00.

Refunds for “lost and paid” items
We will refund you for “lost and paid” items if you return the item in good condition within 30 days of payment. Refunds are only issued by check and mailed to you after the next meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.