'Skilton Way' In Montgomery Honors Retired Oswego Library Executive Director

MONTGOMERY, IL — An honorary street sign in Montgomery commemorates the "remarkable career" of the newly retired executive director of the Oswego Public Library District.

The Village Board honored Sarah Skilton with a street sign titled "Skilton Way" at its Dec. 8 meeting.

Skilton began working at the library district in 1994, becoming director in 1999. Her retirement was effective Sept. 30.

Village President Matt Brolley and trustees praised Skilton's impact, noting her role in expanding programming, improving access to resources and fostering a welcome environment.

During Skilton's tenure, the Oswego Public Library District expanded to include a branch in Montgomery, at 1111 Reading Drive, and the purchase of land along the river in Montgomery's downtown area for a future library location, officials said.

"It was an honor to recognize Sarah's outstanding career and present her with 'The Skilton Way' sign as a symbol of appreciation for her legacy," village officials said, per the news release.

Skilton is succeeded as executive director by Krista Katzen, who officials say has years of public library experience and a passion for community connections.

"We are equally excited to welcome Krista as she takes on this new role, and we look forward to working together to support literacy, learning, and the community," officials said.