Acting Library Director Appointed

San Leandro CA

27 January, 2021

8:00 AM

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Press release from the City of San Leandro: Jan. 26, 2021 Bill Sherwood, Library Services Manager, has been appointed to serve as the Acting Library Director, effective February 4th. Mr. Sherwood was selected by Interim City Manager Fran Robustelli following the retirement of Library Director Theresa Mallon, who served the San Leandro Public Library for over three decades. In 2002, Mr. Sherwood began his career with the Library as a part-time librarian and was subsequently promoted to various roles including the senior librarian and administrative analyst. In 2015, Mr. Sherwood was promoted to his most recent position as library services manager, the second highest position within the department. He has overseen the Manor Library Branch, Digital Branch, Adult Services and Reference, Teen Services, and the Library's Support Division, which includes IT, Technical Services, Circulation, Facilities, and Security. "Bill Sherwood's calm demeanor and strong work ethic have supported our library system's reputation as one of the most popular and highly utilized City services," said Interim City Manager Fran Robustelli. "I appreciate Bill's many years of service and I have no doubt his institutional knowledge will continue to be an asset to library staff and to the library's range of services. I have great faith in Bill to continue the excellent services that are being delivered to our residents during these challenging times." In response to his appointment, Mr. Sherwood added, "I look forward to working with the outstanding library staff to continue delivering the high-quality services that the community has come to expect, while leading a culture of innovation by finding new ways to create and provide programs and services for everyone." The process for determining the permanent Director is now underway and Mr. Sherwood's service in this acting assignment is expected to continue until that process is concluded. Additional information will be forthcoming. This press release was produced by the City of San Leandro. The views expressed here are the author's own.