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COUNCIL PRESIDENT BRESSI - expressed the bittersweet feeling from these Proclamations presented today. He expressed that he worked alongside Councilwoman Updegrave when the Council was a Committee form of government. She has always been a dedicated employee and cared for others. She will be truly missed and wished her the best of luck in her new journey as she is also retiring from her current employer. Her professionalism and her guidance during her years of service will be missed. All Council members who have been in the position of Council President (and speaking from his experience) sometimes you can congratulated for your service and other times you are criticized. When you are congratulated for your excellent service while being a Council President and it is due to the work conducted by the Township Clerk. It is the Township Clerk’s guidance, workings and followings that aid us to fulfill our commitments for this Township. The title Municipal Clerk is the incorrect title for this position. Township Clerk Eden cares for everyone regardless of their department and ensures tasks are completed. The success of our Council is due to the work and dedication of the Clerk. He wished the best of luck to both Councilwoman Updegrave and Clerk Eden on their future plans. Thank them both for their dedicated service to the Township and the Township employees. You will both be truly missed.

COUNCILMAN CALOGERO - concurred with comments made by Council President Bressi. Tonight we are losing the hardest and dedicated public servants in the history of Jackson. When he was elected six years ago for Councilman he attended a state mandated program where the instructor advised him to become good friends with the Clerk because she would have knowledge on all events occurring in our town. He thanked Clerk Eden for her hard work, efforts and dedication. Clerk Eden has been a good colleague and mentor. Her leadership made me a better Councilman and her leadership made Jackson a better place. God bless you and enjoy your retirement.

COUNCILMAN VICE PRESIDENT NIXON - stated the definition of high class act is Clerk Eden. My job wouldn't be complete without her guidance. I admire her passion and dedication to protect this town. Clerk Eden fought for all matters she believed in and stood up for things she knew would be a difficult task. She marked many people's lives including the residents of Jackson. Her longevity provided the experience necessary to oversee this town. She is an amazing person and it was an honor to work beside you. Thank her for her excellent service. He stated Councilwoman Updegrave taught him to be a good person. Councilwoman Updegrave is a good person with a passion for service and she had the ability to attend church on Sunday and provide great ways to improve our town. Councilwoman Updegrave is a well prepared individual who takes many notes when conducting any research for the Council. When she spoke about a matter it was worth listening to. He expressed Councilwoman Updegrave is a great friend and a great listener. He thanked Councilwoman Updegrave for her service.

COUNCILWOMAN UPDEGRAVE – it has been an honor and a pleasure serving the residents of Jackson for 12 years. During my service I have met many wonderful people and public servants. Thanked the employees of Jackson Township and the professionals, without them the Council would not have anything to vote on at our council meetings. All township employees are wonderful individuals and will be truly missed. She has worked beside Clerk Eden for over 20 years and she has many fond memories throughout the years. She wished her the best of luck on her retirement. She expressed Attorney Cipriani is a tremendous lawyer who provides great advice and is a great listener who takes time from her busy schedule to explain. After obtaining information from the Council, Clerk Eden and Attorney Cipriani, I do confess to writing many notes based on the information provided. She thanked Jackson residents and all its employees who continue to keep our residents interested in a priority.

MAYOR MICHAEL REINA – stated Clerk Eden will be missed especially how she managed the toughest job in our township. We both have had many conversations on different matters over the years. She is a great friend to the Mayor and Administration. We had faced difficult times but the Clerk’s office has always kept things functioning. Clerk Eden is an asset that will be truly missed in our office and the Township. Ms. Kisty has performed an outstanding job alongside Clerk Eden. Thanked Clerk Eden for