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Reinbeck names Michelle Sieh library director, effective June 1
Summary
The Reinbeck City Council approved the Library Board's hire of Michelle Sieh as the new library director, with pay set at $20/hour until June 1, then $42,000 for the remainder of FY26 (about $20.19/hour) and $43,500 beginning FY27.
The Reinbeck City Council on April 6 approved the Library Board’s selection of Michelle Sieh as the new library director, effective June 1, 2026.
Lenah Oltman reported for the Library Board that Sieh will be paid $20 per hour until June 1; for the remainder of fiscal 2026 the position will be compensated at an annual rate of $42,000 (approximately $20.19 per hour). Beginning with fiscal 2027, the salary will increase to $43,500. Councilmember Johnson moved to approve the appointment and the proposed wages; Councilmember Wambold seconded, and the motion carried on a 5–0 vote.
What’s next: The appointment takes effect June 1; the council approved the pay schedule as presented. No additional benefits or contract details beyond the wage schedule were recorded in the meeting minutes.
