Printing Charges for Patrons

[LeDuc, Jason]

To List Members:

Our library is considering the possibility of charging patrons for
computer printouts in order to recoup some of the expense which this
service generates.  We are wondering how this problem has been tackled
by other library systems. Specifically:

1.	What sort of software has been successful or unsuccessful?
2.	How much is charged per page? Do you charge for each page or
first 5 free?
3.	What other major or minor problems were encountered?
4.	How successful are debit or 'smart' cards?

Any information anyone can lend with regard to this issue would be most
appreciated.

Sincerely,

Jason LeDuc
Assistant to the Deputy Director for Public Service
Brooklyn Public Library
Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, New York  11238
j.leduc at brooklynpubliclibrary.org
718 230 2402
718 398 3947 (fax)