Delanco Appoints New Township Administrator as Long-Serving Predecessor Retires

The Delanco Town Council meeting on June 16th centered around the retirement of Township Administrator Richard Schwab and the appointment of his successor, Deborah Seminara. Schwab, who served Delanco for 15 years, will retire at the end of June. The council unanimously approved Seminara to step into the role.

15:54The council celebrated Schwab’s contributions, noting his 15 years of service to the community. Schwab, who previously dedicated 30 years to another municipality, expressed gratitude for his time in Delanco and thanked his colleagues and the community for their support. Council members and public attendees alike expressed their appreciation for Schwab’s leadership and guidance, particularly during challenging fiscal periods.

03:18The appointment of Deborah Seminara as the new Township Administrator was the result of an extensive search process. The council initially undertook the search independently, receiving 19 resumes and conducting several interviews. With time constraints, they enlisted the services of Jersey Professional Management, a firm specializing in municipal executive recruitment. This partnership resulted in 11 additional applications, culminating in a rigorous interview process. Seminara emerged as the standout candidate, bringing significant experience from her roles in various New Jersey municipalities, including her recent position as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Camden County Improvement Authority.

09:08Schwab himself acknowledged the necessity of full-time dedication to the role, which he felt was beyond his current capacity. His departure was described as bittersweet by council members, who were grateful for his contributions but supportive of his decision to prioritize personal time and family.

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