Phoenix City Librarian Toni Garvey received the “Rosenzweig Distinguished Service Award” from the Arizona State Library Association at its recent meeting in Mesa.

The award is given to a library professional who has, over the past 10 years, exhibited effectiveness regionally and statewide in the promotion of libraries and library services.

Garvey was recognized for her work with community partnerships with the Phoenix Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Phoenix Public Library, The Arizona Republic, The Arizona Diamondbacks and others.

In 2004, The Library Journal named Garvey its Librarian of the Year. She oversees services and programs for the Phoenix Public Library system, which includes 14 libraries with one new branch under construction. During her 10-year tenure, circulation has increased by more than 100 percent and visits to library facilities have grown by 40 percent.

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