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.
Upcoming Meetings
Stay informed and take part in the decisions that shape our libraries.
September 17, 2025
PPLD Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 p.m.
To be held virtually.
September 23, 2025
City Council Meeting, 12:30 p.m.9:00 a.m.
City Hall, 107 N. Nevada Ave.
September 23, 2025
County Commissioners Meeting, 9 a.m.
Centennial Hall, 200 S. Cascade Ave.
Link to Agenda forthcoming
Time Left to Save the Cheyenne Mountain Branch
The lease expires next August. Help us act before it’s too late.
Joint Appointment Committee Meeting Abruptly Canceled
Dear friends and supporters,
We were just informed today that the long-awaited September 4 Joint Appointment Committee meeting (previously known as library liaisons), which has been on the schedule for weeks, has been abruptly canceled. With just a week’s notice, we are left asking: why now?
We encourage you to reach out directly to the Joint Appointment Committee members and ask why this important meeting was canceled and when the community can expect a rescheduled date.
How can we make this donation happen?
Our former Rockrimmon landlord, Ismet Sahin, has generously offered to DONATE a 10,000-square-foot building to bring a library back to the northwest side of Colorado Springs. This space is in the same shopping center as our old library, in the building that once housed the veterinary clinic. This is a huge opportunity for our community—and our elected leaders must know how important it is to us. Please email City Council members, the Board of County Commissioners, and the Library Board of Trustees, asking them to pursue this generous donation and restore a library in our neighborhood.
PPLD approves $2.6 million purchase of two branches
On August 20th, the PPLD BoT unanimously voted to purchase Ruth Holley Library and Ute Pass Library. The PPLD Foundation contributed $1 million toward Ruth Holley, while the Ute Pass acquisition was funded from reserves. While we celebrate the investment in Ruth Holley, these costly acquisitions raise continued concerns about transparency and financial accountability. The board had previously cited budget strains when closing Rockrimmon Library just eight months ago.
Article: Lawsuit Dismissed
The Gazette covered the recent dismissal of our lawsuit. While disappointing, the outcome spotlighted other potential library closures and opened the door for renewed talks with local officials.
Video: Watch Our Grand Opening
A wonderful video from our library's Grand Opening on May 10, 2025. Thanks for sharing, Karin Zeitvogel.
Survey for Reading at the Rock Library
Help shape our library’s future! Share your thoughts to keep Reading at the Rock welcoming, useful, and fun. The survey takes only a few minutes.
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