Together, Turning Loss into Action

COS Reads + You

COS Reads is a nonprofit organization initially established to support the Save Rockrimmon Library campaign. We are dedicated to keeping all neighborhood libraries open and thriving. COS Reads advocates for equal library access, vibrant community spaces, and systemic reforms across the Pikes Peak Library District.

Learn About Our Work

Upcoming Meetings

Stay informed and take part in the decisions that shape our libraries.

April 25, 2026

COS Reads Strategy Meeting, 10:00 a.m.

Reading at the Rock Library, 950 Vindicator Drive

In person

Come help us to plan!

May 6, 11, 13, 2026

PPLD Town Halls

Palmer Lake: May 6, 5:30–7 p.m.

Ute Pass: May 11, 10:30 a.m.–noon

Calhan: May 13, 5:30–7 p.m.

Learn more, RSVP, or submit a question at ppld.org/town-halls

Recent news

Progress Snapshot as of 4/20/26

Community members are invited to complete the PPLD Strategic Plan Survey and share feedback on future library priorities. Until May 20th: Survey Link

PPLD will host several town halls on upcoming hybrid library features, giving residents a chance to learn more and ask questions.

COS Reads recently met with PPLD leadership and Board representatives and remains optimistic about plans for a new northwest library. Continued community outreach to the PPLD Board of Trustees is helping keep the northwest library effort front and center.

For now, the biggest ways to help are to fill out the survey, attend events, and stay visible in support of northwest library services.

We are deeply grateful for the volunteers and supporters whose time, advocacy, and participation continue to move this effort forward.

Progress Snapshot as of 3/1/26

Northwest library search is ongoing, and we are still evaluating options during this waiting period. We hope to share another update before our April 2 meeting.

PPLD approved the purchase of 3924 Pony Tracks for a future library site and plans to begin fundraising soon.

Community members urged PPLD to reconsider ending historical and cultural displays, including Black History Month displays.

COSReads’ online library system is nearing launch, with final processes underway after training.

Progress Report as of 2/2/26

PPLD Board of Trustees Renews Cheyenne Mountain’s Lease and Has Plans

The PPLD Board approved a three-year lease for the Cheyenne Mountain Library after weighing concerns about the lease’s early termination terms. Southwest patrons are expected to meet with PPLD to discuss future plans, and the library appears stable.

Aaron Salt is the new PPLD Board of Trustees President

The Board elected new officers: Aaron Salt (President), Erin Bents (Vice President), and Julie Smyth (Secretary/Treasurer). Committee chairs are expected to be announced at the February Board meeting.

The Search for a Northwest Library Continues

Community and PPLD are continuing the search for a Northwest Library site, with 20+ properties already considered and more suggestions still welcome. The next meeting with PPLD is February 11, and the group remains cautiously optimistic as discussions continue.