COS
READS
COS Reads is the nonprofit organization behind the Save Rockrimmon Library campaign. We are dedicated to keeping all neighborhood libraries open and thriving. COS Reads advocates for equitable library access, vibrant community spaces, and systemic reforms across the Pikes Peak Library District. Save Rockrimmon Library is focused on reopening library access in NW Colorado Springs
A Community-Driven Future for Library Access
Our fight for library access and community spaces continues. While Rockrimmon Library has closed, our work is far from over. COS Reads, the nonprofit born from the Save Rockrimmon Library campaign, is focused on advocacy, transparency, and ensuring Northwest Colorado Springs has access to vital library resources—and that all community libraries across Colorado Springs can keep their doors open.
Why This Matters
PPLD has not committed to restoring a library in our area, making community advocacy more important than ever. We need your support to show that Northwest Colorado Springs deserves a public library and that all community libraries should remain open for years to come.
Help Us Promote the Opening Celebration of Rockrimmon Interim Library
We need help spreading the word! Please email us at [email protected] if you can:
• Hang flyers in our area
• Drop flyers off at local businesses or schools
• Hand out flyers at Safeway or other high-traffic areas
Want to print your own? Share this flyer with hours and offerings! Share this flyer with hours and offerings!
T-Shirt News
We’re reopening our T-shirt fundraiser! The design will be the same, and we’re now offering children’s sizes in a sturdier fabric.
To order: Use this link (coming soon!) to order online
OR visit Rockrimmon Interim Library during open hours to order with check or cash
Fundraiser ends April 30th.
PPLD Board of Trustees Applicants
You can now view applicant info through our website. [Click here] to see highlights from resumes and applications of the top seven candidates. A rubric is included if you’d like to evaluate them yourself.
Volunteers Wanted
We need help with flyer distribution:
• In front of Safeway (weekdays, 9 am–12 pm)
• Outside Cheyenne Mountain Library and Ruth Holley Library (both libraries are also at risk of closure)
PPLD Bookmobile at Wilson Ranch Park
The Bookmobile will return Friday, March 21st, from 10 AM to 4 PM.
• Weather concerns? Check ppld.org—closures are posted in the red banner at the top of the page.
• Need a different time or location? Call PPLD at (719) 531-6333 x7702 and ask for expanded service. The more requests, the better!
Our PRESENCE is our POWER. Our VOICE is our POWER.
It will take all of us to reach our goals. If you can attend even one meeting, it helps show the size of our movement—and makes them listen.
We pack our newsletter with updates every week.
Be sure to sign up and check your email to stay in the loop.
Sign up for our mailing list.
PPLD has already closed Rockrimmon Library, and more closures—including Cheyenne Mountain and Ruth Holley—are on the table. COS Reads is rallying the community to fight back and demand transparency, accountability, and real solutions to keep our libraries open. Please share this flyer to spread the word.
We need every person you know to attend library board, city council and commissioners meetings.
We need a sea of support to urge our city council, county commissioners, and the board of trustees to do the right thing. Children are welcome!
Library closures affects our entire city: bring anyone who loves libraries.
We are looking for volunteers for our interim library!
Please watch for opportunities in our newsletter.
Send us an email if you can help!
Message PPLD Board of Trustees
PPLD Board Members no longer have an email address and only accept messages through a form on their website.
Send them a message here: https://ppld.org/contact-board-trustees
Julie Smythe, President (1st term ends 12/31/27)
Aaron Salt, Vice President (1st term ends 12/31/26)
Scott Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer (2nd term ends 12/31/27)
Erin Bents, Internal Affairs Committee Chairperson (1st term ends 12/31/26)
Angela Dougan, Governance Committee Chairperson (1st term ends 12/31/28)
Debbie English, Public Affairs Committee Chairperson (2nd term ends 12/31/25)
Dora Gonzales - serving until new Trustee is appointed (term ended 12/31/24)
*You can see how each PPLD Board Member voted in the FAQ section.
Email City Council:
Email County Commissioners:
Commissioner Dist 1: Holly Williams - [email protected]
Commissioner Dist 2: Carrie Geitner - [email protected]
Commissioner Dist 3: Bill Wysong - [email protected]
Commissioner Dist 4: Cory Applegate - [email protected]
Commissioner Dist 5: Cami Bremer - [email protected]
Our fear is that the Pikes Peak Library Board of Trustees isn’t planning to stop at closing one library or even two.
We need everyone to urge our city and library officials to reverse this decision.
1) Join our Facebook Group and share our posts with your friends
www.facebook.com/groups/856317913345698
2) Visit our YouTube page and share the videos
https://www.youtube.com/@saverockrimmonlibrary
3) Sign up for our newsletter and forward it to friends, family, colleagues and neighbors
Visit our Donate Page for more details.
Have even more capacity to help us out?
These bonus items would be helpful & greatly appreciated.
✔️ Contact Mayor Yemi Mobolade
https://coloradosprings.gov/mayors-office/webform/contact-mayors-office
https://www.facebook.com/MayorofCOS/
✔️ Write an editorial to the Gazette
https://gazette.com/contact/newsroom/
✔️ Write an editorial to Colorado Springs Independent
What will the interim community library look like?
Is my donation tax-deductible?
COS Reads
1455 Casson Court
Colorado Springs, CO 80919