I have a follow up question for Samantha Smart re: library fees.
First of all, I'll say that I don't adhere to the idea of manufacturing new fees as a way of increasing revenue. Our Governor and Legislature do enough of that.
But if a library user, regardless of their economic status, borrows a book from the community and doesn't return it on time, or at all, don't we want to hold them accountable in some way? What if the book or other material somebody borrowed and didn't return is empowering, and might be a great benefit to somebody else?
Expecting everybody to be responsible for the books or materials they borrow isn't oppressive. It's about all of us being good stewards of a great public asset. If we want to take money out of the equation as an incentive for people to do the right thing, do you have an alternative suggestion?
Also, I'm curious, does a person need a permanent address to get a library card?
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