About Us
Location and Hours
Wasatch County Library
465 East 1200 SouthHeber City, Utah 84032
Phone: (435) 654-1511
Open until 8:00 PM
Hours
Closed
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wasatch County Library's Mission, Vision, and Values
MISSION: We enrich the lives of Wasatch County residents by providing resources and experiences that build community, spark the imagination, and support life-long learning.
VISION: Wasatch County Library strives to be the cornerstone of our community's civic and cultural life. We include all residents, engage them in constructive dialogue, and elevate the quality of life.
VALUES: Engagement - Inclusion - Elevation through Education.
Strategic Plan
Library Statistics
Library Policies
What are Library Services Worth?
Library Board of Directors
Board Positions for 2024-2025
Cristina Spicer, Chair
SpicerCristina@gmail.com
First full term began July 2022
Expires: June 2026
Danny Goode, Vice-Chair/Chair-Elect
DannyGoode@gmail.com
First full term began October 2024
Expires: June 2028
Amber Koecher, Secretary
Amber.Koecher@gmail.com
First full term began August 2023
Expires: June 2027
Mitzi Nelson, Member-at-large
Wasatch.Mitzi@gmail.com
Second term began July 2022
Expires: June 2026
Luke Searle, County Council
lsearle@wasatch.utah.gov
Board Meetings
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Library Board Vacancy
- No Vacancies.
Puesto Vacante en la Junta Directiva
- No hay puestos vacantes.
Wasatch County Library Team
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Juan Lee Library Director 435-654-1511 ext 4931 |
I began working in libraries many moons ago, checking in books while listening to reggae music. Nowadays, I am one of the Library administrators, which means enjoying paperwork every day, but I enjoy even more the opportunity to say “Hello” as folks come to the library. I am an audiobook “reader” and greatly appreciate the feature to speed up the narration so I can get to my next read faster. However, there are some performances that I just have to listen at normal speed and revel in the beauty of the language. Some stories I really liked include: Anxious people by Fredrik Backman, The art of racing in the rain by Garth Stein, Thunder dog by Michael Hingson, and one of my all-time favorites Fear Nothing by Dean Koontz – truth is, there are many Dean Koontz stories I enjoy. If you’re a fan too, which Koontz’s story is your favorite? |
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Angela Edwards Assistant Director 435-654-1511 ext 4932 |
I have worked with the library since October 2021 and prior to that I worked in a small library for 16 years where I learned that service to teens is what I love the most! I work with volunteers and find joy in helping patrons! I like a great audiobook narrator and love to read anything with a great opening line which leads to many young adult books! My recommended reads: I Hunt Killers by Barry Lyga, Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich, We Were Liars by E. Lockhart, The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern |
Public Services
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Alice DeFriez Associate Librarian 435-654-1511 ext 4937 |
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Andrew Fellows Library Specialist - Cataloging |
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Brittnie Hecht Young Adult Librarian 435-654-1511 ext 4939 |
Hello! I started here in August of 2024. I am a fan of all things Library, board games, cats (I have two Calicos), and audiobooks! I moved to the Wasatch Back in Summer of 2019 and I have no plans to leave until well after Utah hosts the Olympics again 2034! Most books I read are Young Adult Fiction audiobooks. My top three (so far) are: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn |
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Christian Fellows Library Aide |
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Children's Librarian 435-654-1511 ext 4935 |
I began working at Wasatch County Library in 2019. Helping with Children’s Programming is a highlight of my job, as well as meeting and assisting patrons! When not at the library I enjoy being a mom and grandma. Some books I have enjoyed are: My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss, Enola Holmes Mysteries by Nancy Springer, Gift from the Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
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Jarom Linford Customer Service |
Sir Awesomeness Linford |
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Library Aide |
I organize and put library materials back on the shelves. Help patrons find books or other library materials. Help at the front desk when needed. I have worked at the Library since January 2021. I like to read LDS fiction, clean romance novels, and fun easy reads from junior and young adult. My recommendations: All I Hold Dear by Jennie Hansen, Enchantress from the Stars by Sylvia Engdahl
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Kate Mapp Adult Services Librarian 435-654-1511 ext 4935 |
I have lived in Heber for over 15 years and worked as a public librarian throughout the Wasatch Back. I enjoy biking, skiing, walking my dog, and of course reading. I oversee the adult programs and collections. You can find me at the information desk on the second floor! My Recommendations
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Shauna Spencer Customer Service Interlibrary Loan 435-654-1511 ext 4938 |
Working for the Wasatch County Library since 2018 has been my favorite job. I love my wonderful co-workers, the awesome patrons and the smell of a good book! I learned to speak Spanish in Madrid Spain while serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. My main focus here at the library is helping patrons at the front desk, processing the Interlibrary loans (books borrowed from other libraries), teaching kids craft classes, recovering books & helping with Spanish storytime. In my spare time I love to listen to audio books narrated with British accents, walk my dogs and spend time with my family, especially my granddaughter. My preferred genre to read or listen to are clean historical or regency fiction. Some of my favorite clean romance recommendations are: The Kiss of a Stranger by Sarah M. Eden, Promises and Primroses by Josi S. Kilpack, Untethered by Marcia Lynn McClure |
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Vicki Burtcher Customer Service |
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Kristi Weight Library Aide |
I have worked for Wasatch County library for 29 years. Before coming to the library, I was an IT Data Administrator for a large insurance company. My IT background has served the library well throughout the years. I was instrumental in the initial automation of the Wasatch County Library & all subsequent upgrades, as well as new systems. The Library Director asked me to write the initial automation grants for our library. We met with vendors & when there was a huge conversion problem with our 1st system, I was asked to individually catalog thousands of records that did not convert for various reasons. I continue to catalog today.
I am a great teacher, writer & story teller. I have a degree in History, Science and Recreation with a teaching certificate. For 17 years, another teacher & I gave middle school children a two-week summer science experience where we traveled to, adventured, studied & explored the mountains of Utah from Spanish Fork to the High Uintahs. I love using my teaching, science fun & adventure skills to help any children I come into contact with. I love volunteering!
Fun fact: I have traveled the world & wherever I go, I always go to the local library to get new ideas & see what they are doing well. I love libraries!
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Technical Services |
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Andy Herron Library Information Services Director 435-654-1511 ext 4934 |
I work with library technology, keeping things up to date and running, as well as assisting library patrons with any technology related questions they may have. I have worked with the library for 20 years and I find it very enjoyable and fulfilling. My favorite genres to read are Sci-Fi and Fantasy and my interests include emerging technologies like augmented and virtual reality. |
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diane carlile Senior Library Cataloger 435-654-1511 ext 4936 |
I have worked with Wasatch County Library for 40 years. I build the library collection by selecting items to purchase, enter them in the catalog, and prepare them for the shelf. The best part about my job is connecting with so many people and wearing a wonderful new scent to work! I love holding a new book, being the first one to open it, and smell it! My favorite genres to read are Young Adult Fantasy, LDS Fantasy, and audiobooks with great narrators! My Recommendations: Sherwood by Meagan Spooner, The Dark Days Club by Alison Goodman, Kiss of the Spindle by Nancy Allen Campbell, Old Kingdom Series by Garth Nix |
Wasatch County Library's History
The historic former Heber City Library was constructed as a federal Public Works Administration (PWA) project during the latter years of the Great Depression at 188 S Main Street, Heber City UT 84032. Construction occurred between Aug. 1938 and May 1939. The PWA supplied a grant of $13,275 toward the project, whose total cost was $27,529. The building served as the community’s library until construction of the new Wasatch County Library completed in 2004. The New Deal facility now houses the Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum.
Learn more about Local History Here!