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Carpinteria library reports events, literacy hire and librarian Jody Thomas announces June retirement

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City library staff reported programs and outreach successes, said a conditional job offer was extended for a part‑time literacy coordinator, and announced City Librarian Jody Thomas plans to retire June 2, 2025. The City will open a recruitment with overlap planned for knowledge transfer.

The Carpinteria City Council received the January 2025 community library report and heard that City Librarian Jody Thomas plans to retire, with a target date of June 2, 2025.

Jeanette Gantt, director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, delivered the report on behalf of an ill Jody Thomas. Gantt summarized December programs: a “Know Your Rights” forum held Dec. 18 in partnership with…

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