In accordance with the Library's Circulation Policy, resident library cards may be issued free-of-charge to residents of Genesee, Orleans and Niagara counties, and to those who work, own property or attend school within the borders of the Batavia City School District.

Valid Photo ID with name and current street address must be presented to apply for a card, or to replace a lost card. When primary residence within Genesee, Orleans, or Niagara counties is not established, additional proof of working, attending school, or owning property within the borders of the Batavia City School District is required.

Children may be issued resident cards and their replacements after having established identity and residency in the manner described above, or in the presence and under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who has. 

Non-Resident Library Cards

Non-resident library cards may be purchased by adults for an annual fee of $40.00 (for 12 months), or a quarterly fee of $12.00
(for 3 months), in accordance with the terms of the Circulation Policy.

Institutional library cards may be issued to schools, daycare centers, and other agencies that partner with the library in support of
its mission, in accordance with the terms of the Circulation Guidelines for Organizations. 

Richmond Memorial Library will issue temporary library cards for a period of three months to those unable to provide valid photo ID and documentation of a permanent fixed home address in accordance with the Temporary Library Card Policy. 

Fees for lost cards are $1.00 for each replacement.