The North Bergen Board of Commissioners recognized retiring Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Superintendent Joseph Rotondi after nearly 40 years of service at yesterday’s meeting.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
“As mayor, and on behalf of the entire board of commissioners, I want to thank Joe Rotondi for a lifetime of service to the Township of North Bergen,” Mayor Nick Sacco said in a statement.
“Joe dedicated nearly 40 years to improving our parks, facilities, and public spaces, and his impact will be felt for generations. His leadership, professionalism, and pride in his work set a standard that few can match.”
Rotondi began his career in public service in 1988 as a recreational counselor, shortly after earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.
He then joined the North Bergen Department of Parks in 1989, where he took on a wide range of responsibilities including park maintenance, field upkeep, building sanitation, and other labor-intensive duties.
He was appointed as a full-time laborer in 1993, promotion to supervisor in 1996, and ultimately his appointment as superintendent between 2001 and 2006.
During his tenure as supervisor and superintendent, every park and athletic field throughout North Bergen was renovated and enhanced, including the construction of a new municipal pool complex in 2006.
Under his leadership, the township also completed numerous major municipal construction and renovation projects.
Those include the library at 85th Street and Bergenline Avenue, Police Headquarters, Traffic and Substation facilities, Municipal Court and Parking Authority offices, and the Recreation Center and Library at 1231 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
“Joe Rotondi’s legacy is visible in every park, field, and municipal building across North Bergen,” added Parks and Public Property Commissioner Hugo Cabrera.
“He led with integrity, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to serving our residents. I am grateful for his partnership and wish him nothing but happiness and good health in his well-earned retirement.”
As superintendent, Rotondi bore full responsibility for the maintenance, operation, and resolution of issues affecting all municipal parks, fields, and public facilities under his supervision.
