New Director Named at Downers Grove Public Library

Downers Grove, IL - The Downers Grove Public Library Board of Trustees has announced Julie Milavec will be the next director of the Downers Grove Public Library, beginning Aug. 1.

"We are confident that her experience, energy, and passion for community engagement will usher in yet another era of excellence and excitement for the library patrons and staff, and for all the residents of Downers Grove," said Board President Wendee Greene.

Julie Milavec has been the library director of the Plainfield Public Library since 2000.

When the DGPL job opening was posted, Milavec thought "the opportunity to lead the Downers Grove Public Library was too good to pass up - a dedicated Board, innovative staff, recent renovation, and strong history of 125 years of service."

Milavec is looking forward to a new career challenge and can't wait to get started in Downers Grove, which she describes as a "fantastic community that values quality of life, including its library."

Sue O'Brien and Bonnie Reid will continue to serve as interim co-directors until July 31.

Submitted by the Downers Grove Public Library.