A commitment to service
DEPARMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPEMENT A robust economy is critical to ensuring residents and businesses thrive in Middlesex County, now and in the future. Under Committee Chair County Commissioner Chanelle Scott McCullum, this department supports an array of offices — all dedicated to innovation, economic growth, and improving residents’ quality of life — including the Arts Institute of Middlesex County, Business Engagement, Workforce and Career Development, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County, Education, and the Superintendent of Schools, as well as several County agencies. The annual Business Summit is a premier conference that brings together entrepreneurs and innovators from all over New Jersey.
Serving the Community MIDDLESEX COUNTY GOVERNMENT PROVIDES THE SERVICES FAMILIES RELY ON
As Thomas Jefferson famously said, “The care of human life and happiness…is the first and only object of good government.” The Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners shares that goal, as its seven members strive to ensure the County remains a place where residents and businesses can thrive for generations to come. Elected to staggered three-year terms by the residents of the County’s 25 municipalities, each January Board members select one County Commissioner to serve as the Board’s Director and one to serve as Deputy Director. All County Commissioners serve as
chairpersons and members of committees that oversee the County administration and departments. Additionally, residents elect three Constitutional Officers to County government: the County Clerk, County Sheriff, and County Surrogate. Each of their offices provides critical services to the public. Together with the County workforce led by County Administrator John Pulomena, the Board and Constitutional Officers work hard to provide the vital programs and services that residents rely on
DEPARMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES Through the Department of Community Services, chaired by County Commissioner Claribel A. Azcona-Barber, Middlesex County offers vital programs and services that help meet residents’ basic human needs and improve their overall quality of life. Offices include the Adjuster, Aging & Disabled Services, County Clerk, Human Services, the George J. Otlowski Sr. Center for Mental Health Care, REPLENISH, and the County Surrogate, as well as the Board of Elections and Board of Social Services. A focus on behavioral health and mental health is making an impact. Free tools such as Credible Mind, PYX Youth mobile app, Trualta, the County’s Services Locator, and more make it easy for residents to find help.
— making this the best place to live, work, and play. Learn more about Middlesex County government — and the programs and services it offers — at middlesexcountynj.gov/countyofficials .
DEPARMENT OF FINANCE Prudent fiscal management helps ensure the County can continue to provide critical programs and services. Under Committee Chair Leslie Koppel, Finance handles all financial affairs related to the County and its daily activities and has secured an AAA-bond rating from the world’s foremost credit rating agencies for 24 consecutive years. Its offices include Budgets, Financial Administration, General Ledger, Purchasing and Insurance, Tax Board, Independent Auditor, and Treasurer. “Sound fiscal management is about more than a balanced budget; it’s a commitment we make to our residents and the County’s long-term economic stability.” County Commissioner Leslie Koppel
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DEPARMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Chaired by County Commissioner Director Ronald G. Rios, County Administration provides crucial, centralized support to all County departments, including the six that directly serve the public. Administration includes six offices: Communications, County Counsel, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, and Public and Government Affairs. A marquee initiative led by the Administration is continued investments at Middlesex College, creating a multi-faceted destination for arts, culture, sports, entertainment, and community events.
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