Middle’s Employee of the Month proves her value to Finance Department
Accounts Clerk Betzy McClintock ensures smooth transition through changes
Accounts Clerk Betzy McClintock eased Middle Township’s Finance Department through a recent move and staffing changes.
Cape May Court House, N.J. – When her workspace in the Finance Department moved, Betzy McClintock never complained. The accounts clerk also stepped up during staffing transitions by taking on additional responsibilities and training two new workers.
During this time, McClintock also completed her QPA (Qualified Purchasing Agent) classes and is scheduled to take her QPA exam in June. She serves as secretary to the Rent Leveling Board and will be appointed secretary to the Animal Welfare Advisory Council next year.
These are just a few reasons McClintock was named November’s Middle Township Employee of the Month. The honor comes with a presentation during a Township Committee meeting.
“Betzy exemplifies everything you want in a Township employee,” says Committeeman Jim Norris, who oversees the Finance Department. “She has stepped up to the plate and taken on more responsibilities as our Finance Department was shuffled around. She attended and passed her QPA classes under our Township’s continuing education program. She has also volunteered in several of our advisory boards and has been complimented by everyone she works with. Betzy was the perfect choice for this award, and continues to be a major asset to the people of Middle Township.”
McClintock is quick to answer questions and never leaves a task unfinished, her colleagues say. She will celebrate her two-year anniversary in the Finance Department in March.
“When I learned I was going to be Employee of the Month I was just so grateful to be recognized,” says McClintock. “It is always nice to be acknowledged for your work. I am so appreciative to have such thoughtful coworkers.”
Deputy Business Administrator Suzanne Schumann nominated McClintock for this honor, and describes Betzy as being a four-leaf clover, “hard to find, but lucky to have.” McClintock is known for keeping employee morale high, and volunteers to help with the Township’s special events. Her daughter is a student in the Middle Township School District and participates in community activities.
“I grew up here and have a strong connection and roots in this community,” says McClintock. “It is an honor to be able to work every day behind the scenes to contribute to it in some small way. Middle Township Is home to me and I couldn’t be prouder to be a part of such a dedicated and committed team.”
Miss New Jersey represents Middle Township in tonight’s Miss America Pageant
Alyssa Sullivan participating in 100th anniversary of iconic competition
Middle Township residents can tune in to the Miss America Pageant tonight with a sense of hometown pride … and a contestant to root for!
Miss New Jersey Alyssa Sullivan is a lifelong resident of Cape May Court House and a 2014 graduate of Middle Township High School. Sullivan has the honor of representing New Jersey in the 100th anniversary of the Miss America Pageant, which, of course, launched on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. This year’s competition is being held at the Mohegan Sun Resort in Uncasville, Conn.
The vocal skills she developed in MTHS musicals and choral performances were on display Monday night, as she performed “Gimme Gimme” from “Thoroughly Modern Millie” in the preliminary Miss America talent competition.
Middle Township celebrated Sullivan with a proclamation shortly after her state pageant win. July 7 was designated “Miss New Jersey Day” in the Township in her honor.
“I know I speak for all of our residents when I say we could not be more proud of Alyssa and her accomplishments,” Mayor Tim Donohue said. “She truly personifies the spirit of giving, community and hard work that make Middle Township such a special place to live. We all wish her the best luck on the Miss America stage this week!”
Sullivan is a 2020 summa cum laude graduate of Rowan University, where students currently are digitizing 100 years of Miss America archives. She majored in journalism and interned at local and national news outlets before becoming a production coordinator for PHL17 in Philadelphia.
Sullivan is passionate about her social impact initiative, Peer Challenge Commit 2 Character, and frequently speaks to local students about the long-term impacts of their decisions. She visited Coastal Preparatory High School and Middle Township Middle School last month, where she discussed topics such as high-risk behavior and peer pressure.
Faith and community involvement are guiding forces for Sullivan, who was a founding member of the ACT Now Youth Group at Our Lady of the Angels Church in Cape May Court House. Her community service has included working with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Toys for Tots in Cape May County.
The Miss America Pageant will stream live on Peacock at 8 p.m. tonight.
ARAWAK will be paving 3 streets in Court House next week. Milling will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday. Paving will take place on Thursday.
The following streets will be paved:
They will make every effort to keep open for Trash and recycle collection. Please plan accordingly.
Middle Township seeks volunteers for board positions
Township residents who know and love their community have an opportunity to apply for volunteer board positions.
Volunteers will serve on boards that advance the Township’s vision of being a uniquely desirable place to live, work and visit. Space is available on the following boards:
Council on the Arts: Join the mission of expanding the arts in Middle Township.
Environmental Commission: Members support the protection, development and use of natural resources, including water resources and solid waste.
Economic Development Council: The group works toward economic prosperity, and the preservation of the Township’s character, history, culture, quality of life and natural resources.
Rent Leveling Board: The board presides over hearings and the application process from landlords seeking additional rental income, and from tenants requesting reduced rental income. The board also has discretion to raise low rents in a mobile home park to bring them in line with the majority of rents.
Veterans Advisory Board: Members advise the Township Committee on programs and initiatives available to improve the quality of life for veterans in the community. The board works with local veteran and military groups to organize activities and ceremonies, particularly for Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
Anyone interested in a board position should apply to Township Administration at ebowman@middletownship.com
2021 CHRISTMAS PARADE WINNERS
COMMUNITY:
First Place: MIDDLE TOWNSHIP PANTHERS MARCHING BAND
Second Place: WIBBAGE 94.3
Third Place: MIDDLE TOWNSHIP ELEMENTARY#2
DANCE:
First Place: JOANNE REAGAN SCHOOL OF DANCE
Second Place: THE TURNING POINTE DANCE STUDIO
FLOAT:
First Place: SHARPE & KELLY FAMILIES- CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS FLOAT
Second Place: CUB SCOUT PACK 65
Third Place: JS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT’S REINDEER BARN
SINGLE/FAMILY:
First Place: CHRISTMAS ELF AND REINDEER
Second Place: MRS. NEW JERSEY PETITE 2020
Third Place: 1981 ANTIQUE HAHN RIO GRANDE FIRE ENGINE
FIRST RESPONDERS:
First Place: CAPE MAY COURTHOUSE VOL. FIRE CO. #1 WITH MRS. CLAUS
Second Place: RIO GRANDE VOL. FIRE WITH SANTA CLAUS
Third Place: GREEN CREEK FIRE CO.
UPDATE:
Due to some challenges with some obstructions while doing the underground wiring around our Rio Grande Substation, this project, weather permitting, is now projected to be completed by December 10th. The bike path will remain closed during this time.
From Atlantic City Electric – Bike Path Closure-Final Phase of our Reliability Project around Rio Grande Substation
Our contractor, Riggs Matting, is starting the matting work this week at the bike path around our Rio Grande substation area for environmental reasons for the entire length of our reliability project for both overhead and underground portions of the job. This work scope will be completed by Riggs Distler from around the Rio Grande Substation north of Satt Blvd. (approximately 3,500 feet north of Satt Blvd.)
Weather permitting and any major emergencies, the overhead and underground portion will require the closing the bike path entire length of project until approximately the end of November.
Any changes of this schedule will be posted.
