City of Waupun
June 17, 2026
Waupun Appoints New Library Director
Familiar Face Steps into Leadership Role at Waupun Public Library
WAUPUN — The Waupun Library Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Pam Garcia as the new library director for the Waupun Public Library. Garcia brings a deep familiarity with Waupun library operations, having served as assistant director and reference librarian for the Waupun Public Library since 2000, and as a desk assistant and library page prior to that appointment.
The Waupun library director position had been open since February due to retirement. Garcia’s appointment followed a careful search process during which the Board reflected on the library’s future direction and the needs of the Waupun community to define expectations of the new director.
Reflecting on that process, board member Bev Martens stated, “I feel extremely fortunate to welcome Pam as Waupun’s new library director. Her wealth of experience and passion for library service will greatly benefit the community. After a thoughtful and comprehensive search process, I’m confident Pam will provide strong leadership, build on the library’s successes and help guide future growth and service to the community.”
Garcia is a lifelong resident of Waupun and holds a bachelor’s degree from Marian University and a master’s in library and information science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her tenure with the Waupun Public Library, Garcia has provided interim leadership, supervised staff, grown adult programming, and managed reference and outreach services for the community.
Reflecting on Garcia’s years of service, Martens noted, “Pam shares the library’s commitment to creating a welcoming, vibrant library for everyone. I look forward to the ideas, energy and dedication that Pam will bring to this important role.”
Garcia’s appointment was confirmed by the Waupun Library Board at their monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 17. She assumes full leadership responsibilities for the library effective immediately. In accepting the appointment, Garcia noted, “I am honored to be chosen to serve the library and community in this role. I look forward to working closely with the Library Board and the City, fostering new relationships and strengthening others. Last but certainly not least, I wish to express my appreciation of the library staff for their unwavering support and invaluable assistance during this transition period.”
The Waupun Public Library serves the residents of Waupun and the surrounding area, providing access to books, digital resources, educational programming, and community gathering spaces. The library is located at 123 S Forest St and is open Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 8 pm, Friday, 9 am to 4:30 pm, and Saturday, 9 am to 4:30 pm. For more information, visit www.cityofwaupunwi.gov/library or call 920.324.7925.
