Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

FAQs Table of Contents

• Library Cards

• Books & Magazines

• Services

• Working at the Library

Library Cards

• How do I get a library card? What identification do I need? How long can I keep a book? Have a question about library cards, borrowing materials or PINs? Please see our Library Cards section for information.

Books & Magazines

• How do I borrow a book not owned by City of Mesa Library, but it is owned by another Library?

• Can I transfer a book from one Mesa library location to another for pick up? 

• Can I donate a book to the Library?

Services

• Can I return Library materials after the Library closes?

• Does the Library have any computers or typewriters for public use?

• Does the Library have a fax machine for public use?

• Does the Library have a photocopy machine? Is it able to reduce and enlarge copies or make color copies?

• Do you have tax forms?

• Do you have a meeting or study room we can use?

• Can I have an examination proctored at the Library?

• Does the Library have a Lost and Found?

Working at the Library

• How can I get a job at the Library?

• Does the Library use community service workers?

• How do I volunteer at the Library?

Services

Can I return Library materials after the Library closes?

• Yes, items may be returned in drops available in the parking lots at each of the City of Mesa Library facilities. 

• The drops are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week except on holidays, and they are emptied several times a day. No items are due on holidays.

• The library has outside audio-visual drops for videos, CDs, DVDs, and audio books at all three library locations.

Does the Library have any computers or typewriters for public use?

• All Mesa libraries have computers with word processing software programs for public use. We do not have any typewriters for public use. Printouts cost 20¢ per page.

Does the Library have a fax machine for public use?

• No, the library does not have a fax machine for public use at any location.

Does the Library have a photocopy machine? Is it able to reduce and enlarge copies or make color copies?

• All Mesa libraries have photocopy machines for public use. 

• These coin operated machines will reduce and enlarge copies and make copies on 8" x 11" or on 8" x 14" paper for 20¢ a page.

• We do not have any color photocopy machines.

• We do not have an oversized or map copier.

Oversized Reproductions of Mesa Room Current and Archival Materials

• The charge is $3.00 per sheet, pre-paid only.

• Copies are made off-site and will be available for pick-up in the Mesa Room on the Friday morning following the request. The Mesa Room opens at 10 a.m.

• Please contact the Mesa Room 480-644-3730 for further information.

Do you have tax forms?

• All three City of Mesa Libraries have Federal and Arizona State tax forms available to photocopy during the tax-filing season.

Do you have a meeting or study room we can use?

• Yes, we have meeting and study rooms. Please click here for details about our meeting rooms.

Can I have an examination proctored at the Library?

• The library does not offer this service.

Does the Library have a Lost and Found?

• Yes, we have Lost and Found at all three libraries.

  • Main Library: 

    • Youth Services keeps lost items of a general nature found in the library within the last three weeks. Call (480) 644-2705.

    • Check Out keeps more valuable items such as keys and wallets. Call (480) 644-2705.

  • Dobson Ranch Branch: (480) 644-3441

  • Red Mountain Branch (East Mesa): (480) 644-3184

Books and Magazines

How do I borrow a book not owned by City of Mesa Library, but it is owned by another Library?

• We offer free Interlibrary Loan Service for books and articles to all current Library card borrowers in good standing. Depending upon the item and the location of the lending library, an Interlibrary Loan request can take two to four weeks. Click here for more information about Interlibrary Loan.

Can I transfer a book from one Mesa library location to another for pick up?

• Yes, see a Library staff member or call Telephone Reference at 480-644-2207.

How can I tell what magazines you have?

• We have a list on this web site. For a complete list of magazines and newspapers owned by the library, please click here. 

Can I donate a book to the Library?

• Main Library gratefully accepts donations of magazines, journals, books and music CDs.

• A limited amount of donations can be accepted at the branches.

• The Library also accepts funds for memorials. The fund should be given to the Library Director, (480) 644-2336, and the family and contributor will receive an acknowledgment.

Working at the Library

How can I get a job at the Library?

• The Library is a part of the City of Mesa. Current library jobs are posted on the City of Mesa Web site.

• All job opening notices, applications and general questions about positions should be directed to the Personnel Division, City of Mesa, (480) 644-2365. 

• They offer a 24 hour job hotline, 480-644-2759 or toll free 1-800-662-5053

Does the Library use community service workers?

• The Library does not work with community service workers. Anyone needing assistance regarding community service should contact Western Judicial court, (623) 936-8828 for adults or youth or Juvenile Court, Keith Searcy at (602) 506-4428 for youth.

How do I volunteer at the Library?

• Please see the Volunteer Services section for online applications and position openings and descriptions. 

• We also offer Teen Volunteer Opportunities.