About Your NPC Libraries: Circulation Policy

Eligibility and Identification 

NPC libraries are open to students, faculty, staff, and members of the community residing within the boundaries of the college district, Navajo, and Apache counties. 

Students, faculty, and staff may obtain library cards. The NPC identification cards are printed at any NPC campus and center front office and will also serve as their library card. Community members over the age of 18 may obtain a library card upon presentation of an Arizona picture ID card that shows they are a permanent resident of Navajo or Apache County. Community members between 15-17 years of age must have valid AZ identification or School ID and a parent or guardian accompany them to obtain a library card. The parent or guardian must have a current NPC library card and must sign the application of the dependent. Borrowing privileges are not given to community members under the age of 15. 

All library users must have a library card to borrow materials. Patrons are responsible for all materials checked out and any fines that may occur. Patrons are responsible to notify the library of address and phone changes. The library is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail. Report lost or stolen library cards to library staff. Library records are confidential. All users are expected to abide by the policies and procedures of NPC libraries. Failure to do so will result in the loss of the privilege to use the library. 

Loan Periods and Renewal 

The loan period for books and audio materials is twenty-one days, video materials and periodicals are seven days. All items may be renewed twice either in person, by phone, by email, or by logging onto their account in the NPC library card catalog. Items will not be renewed if they have reached the renewal limit or if fines exceed $5. NPC reserves the right to restrict the use of materials if there is a high demand for specific items. Faculty may request a one semester extended loan period for print materials. 

Limit 

A cumulative total of twenty-five items can be checked out at any given time by NPC students, faculty, and staff. A cumulative total of five video titles can be checked out at any given time. Community members may have five items checked out at one time. 

Equipment 

Equipment check-out varies (i.e. individual and loan period).  Patron must complete an Equipment Statement of Responsibility to be able to check out any equipment.  Please check with library staff.