New library director Joan Johnson addresses a crowd during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Good Hope Library in July. Also pictured are former library director Paula Kiely and Mayor Tom Barrett. Photo by Jeramey Jannene.

Joan Johnson, retired director of the Milwaukee Public Library. She is the first Black woman to lead the system.

Formerly deputy director of public services.

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