To provide the community with resources to encourage imagination, connections, and inspiration.
Trinidad Carnegie Public Library will strive to be recognized as the heart of the community that promotes life-long learning with equal access to a diverse and updated collection, innovative programs and responsive services that meet the needs of everyone.
Delivering quality, efficient and cost-effective services
Treating everyone equally
Embracing best and safe practices
Valuing the thoughts and work of others
Honoring diversity and differences
Practicing the Golden Rule
Telling the truth
Being consistent
Doing the right thing even when nobody is looking
Fulfilling our obligations
Commitment to do the right thing
Working together towards a common goal
Going the extra mile
Exceeding expectations
Empowering others to be their best
library director
Jessica is the Carnegie Public Library Director. She has a combined 13 years of library experience both in public services and administration. She was born and raised in Trinidad, CO, and is excited to be back home. She is looking forward to working with the community, local businesses, and schools to share and promote all the library’s resources.
She enjoys spending her free time with her family, reading, and baking. Jessica and her husband are so happy that their son gets to grow up with his family all in the same town!
Circulation Specialist
Shawna is the Circulation Specialist. She takes care of the details that help the library run smoothly like managing patron accounts, and general circulation services. Shawna’s been leading the library with heart for almost 17 years. Shawna runs the Homebound Library-By-Mail service
A Trinidad native, Shawna personifies the friendly and familiar feel of the town. Shawna’s steady leadership is crucial to the success of the library.
Youth Services
Phyllis is th Children’s Librarian.
She schedules and implements all of the children’s programs, including our annual summer reading program. She joined the CPL team 10 years ago. After retiring from a teaching career, she loves that she can continue to instill the importance of reading to children and youth of our community.
She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends and going for a daily walk.
Teen/Adult Services
Tom Potter is the Trinidad History Room Coordinator and Teen/Adult Services Specialist.
Tom has lived in Trinidad for 25 years and has worked at the library for over 6 years. Initially thinking this would be an easy job, he quickly learned that working in a library is demanding, but equally rewarding. Even though he’s an introvert at heart, he loves working with and helping the people who come to the library. He enjoys cooking, music, film, and playing golf and chess.
Tom designs and presents the library’s teen and adult programs. He is also in charge of the History Room, an archive of Trinidad and Las Animas County history. Tom will also support library patrons who want to present an event at the library. If you want to visit the History Room or if you are interested in proposing a teen or adult event, contact Tom Potter.
Cataloging Specialist
Anallely is the Cataloging Specialist. She manages the process of cataloging library materials that ensures the best experience for the patrons who utilize the library resources. She is always happy to help patrons find new books or assist with any questions they might have.
She is a mom of 3 humans and 3 furry ones. She loves nature and everything that involves family. She enjoys communicating with patrons and making them feel like they are long-time friends.
library clerk
Brian is the Library Clerk and he will be the first to greet you as you enter the Library. Brian’s industrious and kind nature makes him a patron favorite and he’s always willing to help with any patron request. He’s also in charge of labeling all the items in the library, making it simple for you to find what you’re looking for.
Brian likes to listen to music and read in his free time. He’s one of the longest-serving members of the Library team.
Technology Clerk
Dekota Torres is the Tech Clerk. She is our up-to-speed tech gal. She assists patrons who may need help with technology devices such as phones, computers, etc. She is in charge of our Facebook page promoting our new movies, books, and all of our other services. She likes to help anyone in need with a variety of tech and computer-related duties. She is in the process of helping with our Teen/ Adult programs.
She enjoys being able to be with family, friends, and her dogs. She likes to go camping, hunting, and fishing. She likes to cook new recipes and try new places to eat.
Library Clerk
Jules is one of our Library Clerks. She’s thrilled to help you find your new favorite book or movie and is always willing to help with any of your library problems. Her outgoing nature and optimistic attitude brighten up anyone’s day and she’s always excited to meet new patrons.
Jules enjoys multiple hobbies like reading, writing, and crocheting all while listening to her favorite nu-metal artists.