Former Atlantic Highlands Borough Administrator Robert Ferragina is now the Monmouth County Shared Services Coordinator.
Monmouth County Commission Director Thomas A. Arnone, the liaison to the Office of Shared Services, made the announcement last week while at the same time urging municipalities to build on a foundation of innovation, efficiency and fiscal responsibility through shared service agreements in 2026.
Ferragina advised the Atlantic Highlands Mayor and Council last month he was leaving the position he has held just over four years. Since mid-December, his position is being covered by additional duties for the Director of Public Works, ,Chief of Police and Borough Clerk until a replacement is named.
At last week’s meeting of the governing body, Council agreed to monthly stipends of $4715 to each of the three professionals for their additional workloads . The stipends are retroactive to December 1 and will remain in effect until a new administrator is hired.
“Monmouth County is proud to maintain one of the strongest, most active shared services programs in the State of New Jersey,” Arnone said, in urging all 53 municipalities to take advantage of such a program. “These agreements empower our municipal partners to increase efficiency, enhance services, and deliver real savings for taxpayers. We invite every interested municipality to explore the opportunities available through our Office of Shared Services.”
“My fellow Commissioners and I are incredibly excited to have Robert join our Shared Services team,” the Director said, referring to Ferragina. “Robert brings years of government experience to the role and we encourage municipalities interested in learning more to call the Office of Shared Services at 732-577-2925 or email sharedservices@co.monmouth.nj.us.”
The County Office of Shared Services facilitates partnerships with local government entities by providing services, equipment and resources to help reduce costs and increase efficiency. Examples of the services available through the Office of Shared Services include road work, tax software or resources such as road salt and vehicle washes.
In Atlantic Highlands, the governing body has received several applications for the position vacated by Ferragina and is currently interviewing candidates. Prospective administrators for the borough will be eliminated through a series of interviews by various municipal leaders who are aiming to hire a replacement before the end of the month.
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