FINE FREE: Waterloo, Cedar Falls libraries no longer charging overdue fines - kwwl.com

CEDAR VALLEY, Iowa (KWWL) - The Waterloo and Cedar Falls Public Libraries are turning a new page. Beginning Jan. 1, they're getting rid of overdue fines on most materials.

They will no longer collect overdue fines that were previously accrued, either.

“We understand that life happens and that it can be difficult sometimes to return items on time to the library," Cedar Falls Public Library (CFPL) Director Kelly Stern said. "We also recognize that assessing monetary fines is not the most effective way to manage borrowing periods, nor is it fair to patrons with limited incomes.”

Nick Rossman, the new director at the Waterloo Public Library (WPL), said the American Library Association passed a resolution in January 2019, urging public libraries to stop charging overdue fines. In the past year, many libraries across the country have adopted the new policy.

With the changes, leaders hope people will find the library more accessible and enjoyable, while also giving patrons a clean slate.

"We're excited that it's going to open up opportunities for people to come back in to the library for stuff that they returned late," Rossman said. "They return the items, [they're] here and other people in the community are able to use them again."

Both libraries still encourage patrons to return their materials on time. If you have an item that's overdue, the libraries will place a hold on your account, preventing you from checking anything out until you return or renew it.

Rossman said overdue fines previously accounted for about 1% of WPL's yearly budget, which amounted to about $24,000 in revenue. He said the library is confident they'll be able to get that money back in other ways.

Earlier this month, the Hiawatha Library Board also changed its late fee policies. Marion and Cedar Rapids are looking to do the same. Those changes could start in July.

WPL Policy:

• If your item is overdue by seven or more days, WPL will place a hold on your account
• If your item is overdue by 28 or more days, WPL will bill your account
• Patrons will still be responsible for lost or damaged items
• The only materials that will still carry overdue fines are non-traditional items: digital slide converter or rock tumbler

CFPL Policy:

• Checkout periods will remain the same, but once a patron has an item overdue, they may not borrow more materials until the overdue item is renewed or returned. 
• Overdue fines accrued before January 1, 2020 will be waived.
• Patrons will still be charged for lost and damaged items. Charges for past lost and damaged items will remain on patrons’ accounts.
• The only materials that will still carry overdue fines are a few high-demand, non-traditional items: tech items and musical instruments in our Library of Things.
• All other materials will be fine-free.

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Dave Gettleman was 'fine' with Giants' $23.2 million backup - New York Post

So, was it worth taking up $23.2 million in salary-cap space on a backup quarterback who got to start the first two games before he was kicked to the sideline in order to get a rookie first-round draft pick on the field?

“We’re fine with it,’’ Giants general manager Dave Gettleman said Tuesday.

That Eli Manning was brought back, retained his starting job and then jettisoned after only two games did not seem to make much sense, given how often Gettleman reassured everyone he felt Manning had plenty left in the tank and that his success late in the 2018 season was not a “mirage.’’ Why continue to commit to Manning when Jones, taken with the No. 6 pick, was waiting in the wings and set to fly so soon?

Manning, it appeared at first, would get more than a couple of games — losses to the Cowboys and Bills — to prove at 38 years old he could still get the job done. Perhaps half a season, certainly more than two games. Why coach Pat Shurmur pulled the plug so quickly — and ownership and Gettleman signed off on benching a franchise icon — had little to do with Manning and everything to do with the 22-year-old Jones.

“Here’s what I would say — we really believed in Daniel; we didn’t know he’d come that fast,’’ Gettleman said. “You’re talking about a kid that played at Duke in the ACC. We had taken him at six — we didn’t blink. We just didn’t realize he’d come that fast. At the end of the day, it was time.

“Daniel had a terrific year. We see great things for him in the future.’’

Manning did get back on the field, starting a loss to the Eagles and a victory over the Dolphins, when Jones was out with a high ankle sprain. In his 16th season, Manning took the demotion with class, helping Jones behind the scenes and on the sideline, and after the season admitted it was quite an adjustment.

“Backing up is not real fun,’’ Manning said.

Someday, Jones will look back on his rookie year and likely will appreciate having spent one season with Manning.

“Eli was great with him,’’ Gettleman said. “Who better to learn from and who better to have his back? Eli’s a pro’s pro. A big piece of being the head coach, being the quarterback, the general manager of the New York Giants is speaking with you folks and getting the message to our fans. That’s another reason, who better for Daniel to learn from than Eli Manning?’’

Even if it cost more than $23 million on the salary cap.

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