Corzine taps new DEP head

By Matt Friedman | November 18th, 2008 - 3:40pm
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Governor Corzine today picked a career worker from the Department of Environmental Protection to head up the agency.

Mark Mauriello, an Assistant Commissioner who’s worked for the DEP for 28 years, replaces Commissioner Lisa Jackson as she moves up to replace Bradley Abelow as Corzine’s chief of staff.

“This is a pivotal time for all of us who are committed to safeguarding and improving our environment and the quality of life in our communities, with energy and climate change issues being at the top of the list,” said Corzine in a statement. “I look forward to working closely with Mark in the coming year and will rely on his considerable expertise and sound judgment.”

Wake-Up Call

Morning News Digest: September 2, 2010

Follow PolitickerNJ on Twitter and FacebookSchundler releases chronology of his firingIn yet another entry in the sordid ledger of his firing, ousted education chief Bret Schundler Wednesday released what he says will be his final word on his termination. In his cover letter to reporters, Schundler said Gov. Chris Christie's accusation that...

The Back Room

Christie v. Sweeney

Beaten up by for being too diplomatic around Gov. Chris Christie, Senate President Steve Sweeney (D-West Deptford) gave the governor both barrels over the guv's attempt to twist his inner cabinet collapse into anti-Obama Fox News code speak - and the governor didn't appreciate that, according to GOP sources.

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Op-Ed

Help Wanted: New Education Commission Should Recognize Real Reform

As the dust settles on the tenure of Bret Schundler, Chris Christie should be looking for a replacement with a proven track record in education, rather than a political resume. New Jersey needs leadership that respects the integrity of the public... Read More >

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