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Library reports rebound: circulation tops 1 million, new hires fill senior posts
Summary
Library and Cultural Services reported two senior librarian vacancies filled (Grace Sheehy promoted; Britney Ritchie hired), new librarians starting, and performance improvements: total circulation passed 1,000,000 for the fiscal year, ebook circulation up 17%, visits up 17% and teen program attendance up 43%.
Library and Cultural Services staff updated the commission on Aug. 19, saying the department has filled two senior librarian vacancies (internal promotion of Grace Sheehy and external hire Britney Ritchie), and that additional librarian hires are starting in the coming weeks.
Staff also highlighted performance measures for the fiscal year: total circulation exceeded 1,000,000 (first time since the pandemic), e-book circulation increased 17%, library visits rose 17%, reference questions answered climbed 24% and teen program attendance grew 43%. Staff noted some programing had been paused in May and June due to short staffing but said filling those roles will restore programs. Commissioners congratulated staff on recruitment and service recovery; no formal action was required.
