City of Santa Monica
Karen Reitz is an experienced library professional with a strong background in management and reference services. Currently serving as Library Manager for the City of Santa Monica since July 2010, Karen has previously held the position of Senior Librarian for the City of Redondo Beach from July 2005 to July 2010 and worked as a Reference & Government Documents Librarian for the City of Inglewood from June 2003 to June 2005. Karen holds a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and has pursued education at the University of California, Berkeley.
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City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica is an 8.3 square mile city situated at a gateway to the Pacific Ocean on the west side of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational and art venues. Named by National Geographic as one of the Top 10 Beach Cities in the World, Santa Monica is home to three miles of wide beaches and the Santa Monica Pier, and attracts over 6 million visitors annually. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 90,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with visitors and employees. The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City has reduced water usage community-wide and is working toward water self-sufficiency by 2020, has increased solar capacity, and has adopted policies prohibiting single-use plastic bags and motorized leaf blowers to promote sustainable practices. Partnerships with local schools and Santa Monica Collage have created top-notch educational institutions, complemented by public libraries that are rated among the nation’s best. Outstanding educational opportunities are a prime reason that families choose Santa Monica. Learn more at www.santamonica.gov and follow the City on Twitter (@santamonicacity).