FAQs • Balch Springs, TX • CivicEngage

What do I need to get a library card?: Anyone living in Balch Springs or Mesquite can get a library card with a valid Texas ID or drivers license and a piece of mail with their name and address on it at no charge. People living outside of these cities must pay a $15.00 non-resident fee and show a valid Texas ID or drivers license and a piece of mail with their name and address on it to obtain a library card.

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1. What do I need to get a library card?: Anyone living in Balch Springs or Mesquite can get a library card with a valid Texas ID or drivers license and a piece of mail with their name and address on it at no charge. People living outside of these cities must pay a $15.00 non-resident fee and show a valid Texas ID or drivers license and a piece of mail with their name and address on it to obtain a library card.

2. Do I need to live in Balch Springs to get a library card?: Residents of Mesquite and Balch Springs can get a library card at no charge. If you live outside of these cities you must pay a $15.00 non-resident fee and show required Texas ID or drivers license and a piece of mail with your name and address on it to get a library card.

3. Does the library have computers for public use?: Yes. Patrons must have a library card or computer use only card to access library computers.

4. How much does it cost to print?: Printing in black and white is $0.20 per page and printing in color is $0.50 per page.

5. Does the library offer FAX services?: Yes. You can FAX papers at the library for $1.00 per page.

6. Can I scan documents at the library?: Yes. You can scan documents to any email free of charge.

7. Does the library accept volunteers?: Yes. All volunteers must be at least 16 years of age with the exception of students in honor organizations or students needing hours for a special project. Teens under 16 must be approved by the Library Director before beginning volunteer hours. Additionally, teens under the age of 16 must have approval from a parent or guardian in order to volunteer.
Library Volunteer Application

8. Can I complete court ordered commiunity service hours at the library?: Yes, with the following limitations:
*Must be from Balch Springs Court or Dallas Juvenile Court.
*Must reside in Balch Springs.
*Must be 16 years of age.
*Must be non-violent offender.
*Must be approved by the Library Director.
All court papers must be presented to the library at the time of the request.
The library reserves the right to refuse any applicant. Library Community Service Application

9. Does the library accept donations?: The library is NOT currently accepting donations. Please call the library at (972) 913-3000 for more information.