How Do I Get a Library Card?
- To get an Alpha Park library card, you must live within the Alpha Park Public Library district.
- To get a new card or renew an existing card, you must present:
- A valid photo ID with the patron’s current permanent address, or
- A valid photo ID without the patron’s current permanent address, plus one form of proof of address (see list below), or
- Two forms of proof of address (see list below).
- Acceptable forms of proof of address include:
- Utility, medical, insurance, or other form of bill
- Motor vehicle registration
- Bank statement
- Rent receipt
- Apartment lease agreement
- Property tax bill
- Paycheck stub
- W-2, 1099, or other income tax statement
- Voter’s registration card
- Student schedule or report card
- Learner’s driving permit
- Patrons may use a document stored on their cellphone.
- If the patron is a child under the age of 14, we must have proof of the parent’s or guardian’s address and a parent or guardian must sign the library card application.
- If the patron is between the ages of 14 and 18 and does not have adequate proof of address, we may use proof of address for a parent or guardian.
- Library cards are good for three years from the date they are issued or renewed.
- Non-resident cards: Patrons living in an area not in a library district (e.g., West Peoria) may purchase a non-resident card. The fee for a non-resident card is $164.97 per household per year. Non-resident cards are good for one year. Identification and proof of address must be provided in accordance with the above rules.
- Non-resident taxpayer cards: Patrons who own property inside Alpha Park’s taxing district but live outside the district may get a non-resident taxpayer card at no additional charge. Please bring your latest property tax bill when signing up for a non-resident taxpayer card. These cards are good for one year.
- Replacement cards: Lost library cards may be replaced for $3.00. The fee will be waived if the card is expired. Patrons must provide ID and proof of address (see rules 2 and 3 above) when getting a replacement card.