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From Vet to Volumes: Rosener Joins Library Board
23 Jul
Summary
- Jessica Rosener, a retired veterinarian, joined the library board.
- Rosener previously worked as an assistant library director.
- Her appointment was approved by local supervisors and city council.
Jessica Rosener is the newest member of the Gibson Memorial Library's board of trustees. She fills a county position previously held by Steve Chamberlin, who retired in June. Rosener and her husband have resided in Union County since 2012.
Rosener brings a unique background, having briefly served as an assistant library director before a career as a veterinarian. She retired from Iowa Select Farms in 2025 and remains an ardent supporter of libraries, emphasizing their crucial role in providing accessible information to all.
Her family has a long history of library engagement, with her daughter also becoming a librarian. Rosener's appointment received approval from the Union County Board of Supervisors on June 30 and the Creston City Council on July 21. Her inaugural meeting as a trustee is set for Monday, August 3.
