These terms and conditions are in addition to the standard Library policies including the Internet Use Policy and other terms and conditions described below for which the user is responsible.
In order to borrow a Chromebook, patrons must be 18 years of age or older and have an Otsego County Library card in good standing. At the time of checkout, the borrowing patron must present their library card. Upon checkout, Library staff will confirm, in the presence of the borrowing patron, that all items are present in the Chromebook kit. The loan period for the Chromebook is 14 days with no grace period and no renewals.
The Library will accept holds on the Chromebook. Patrons will be notified when their hold is ready for pick-up. Patrons will have 72 hours from the time of this notification call to check out the Chromebook, after such time it will be released to another patron. The Chromebook will not be considered returned until all components of the Chromebook are returned. Deliberate altering of any files or modifying the configuration of Library-owned equipment is strictly prohibited.
The Library is not responsible for personal information shared over the internet or for information or websites accessed. The Library is not responsible for any liability, damages, or expense resulting from the use of the Chromebook.
The borrowing patron will be responsible for lost or damaged Chromebooks and accessories includes theft thereof. Patrons must be mindful of current replacement costs of the Chromebook and accessories before borrowing, as they will be responsible for paying the actual replacement cost of a damaged or lost Chromebook device or accessories. Chromebooks must be kept in a temperature-controlled environment not left in vehicles or in extreme temperatures. Otsego County Library is not responsible for any information accessed or action taken by a patron while using a Chromebook.
