Mayor Tom Barrett has appointed Paula A. Kiely as the City Librarian of the Milwaukee Public Library System, replacing Kathleen Huston, who retired in July.

Kiely has worked with MPL since 1995 and prior to that worked with the Brookfield Public Library. Since mid-2000, she has been the the deputy city librarian and the Manager of Central Library Systems.

In her new role, Kiely will be instituting the new strategic plan which focuses on community and connection, 21st century literacy and efficiency and excellence.