Having served as county librarian for nearly 37 years, I recently announced to the Library Board of Trustees and staff my plans to retire in early April 2008.
After nearly four decades, I have a rather well-developed sense of the Library’s best interests and believe that now is the right time to initiate new leadership. I will leave knowing that JCPL will continue to be a successful and effective organization. As the schedule now stands, one of my last efforts will be to assist the Library Board of Trustees with formation of the new library district -- now planned to occur on April 1, 2008.
The Library is fortunate to have the strong support of Jefferson County residents. I'm personally grateful to live and work in a community that understands the benefits of maintaining a strong and vibrant library.
Jefferson County Public Library will be in good hands. In January, a library recruiting firm will assist the Trustees with a national search for my successor. Beginning in April, the Library will be managed by an interim county librarian until my replacement is onboard.
I plan to ease gracefully into retirement, most likely knee-deep in a mountain stream.
Happy holidays!
Bill
