Pueblo Libraries to start KN95 mask distribution Friday
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO)-- Distribution of KN95 and other surgical-grade masks begins Friday, Jan. 21 at Pueblo City-County Library District (PCCLD) branch locations. The Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) provided the library district with 8,000 masks, in an effort to stem the ongoing spread of COVID-19.
There are a few things to keep in mind if you're wanting to pick up a free mask...
- Masks are available on a first come, first served basis.
- There’s a limit of five masks per person, per month
- Masks must be picked up in person.
- No proof of ID or library card is required.
- Curbside pick up is available by calling (719) 562-5600.
- There are limited quantities of each type of mask, library staff cannot control the type of masks that are available.
Here's a list of participating Pueblo libraries...
- Barkman Library, 1300 Jerry Murphy Road
- Tom L. and Anna Marie Giodone Library, 24655 U.S. Hwy 50 E.
- Greenhorn Valley Library, 4801 Cibola Drive, Colorado City
- Lamb Library, 2525 S. Pueblo Blvd.
- Library at the Y, 3200 E. Spaulding Ave.
- Patrick A. Lucero Library, 1315 E. 7th St.
- Pueblo West Library, 298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd., Pueblo West
- Robert Hoag Rawlings Public Library, 100 E. Abriendo Ave.
The State of Colorado’s mask distribution effort to provide effective personal protective equipment to residents who might be at risk during the ongoing pandemic. The state recommends people upgrade from cloth masks to medical-grade masks, like the KN95 or surgical masks. Currently, masks are required to be worn while inside all PCCLD libraries; masks are available for patrons who do not have one.
Stay up to date with PCCLD, visit www.pueblolibrary.org.
