Zoning Board Recognizes the Work Of Charles Chirico and Neil Callahan

Howell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment Chairman John Van Noy recognized two people for their hard work and dedication to the zoning board in the past. 

Van Noy presented Charles Chirico with a plaque in honor of his tireless efforts on the zoning board for four years, although his service in Howell goes back 37 years.

“You really contributed in a self-less way and always for the benefit of the community, and we have a great debt to you,” Van Noy said to Chirico. 

Van Noy read aloud the words inscribed on the plaque:

  “This certificate is presented in grateful appreciation to Charles Chirico for consistent and dedicated service to the Howell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment. Mr. Chirico served as member from Jan. 3, 2006 til Dec. 31, 2010. He provided a significant contribution to the citizens of Howell, while ensuring the advancement of Howell’s strategic plan for land use development. His established pattern of conduct and dedication is typified by excellence, responsibility, professionalism--thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and the township of Howell. Given under our hands of Howell Township of New Jersey of the tenth day of January 2011, Mayor Robert Walsh and Chairman John Van Noy.”

Chirico was very thankful for the award and welcomed the two new members of the zoning board, Valerie Morone and Thomas Rivenburg. 

Neil Callahan was awarded a certificate of appreciation, as well. Callahan served on the board from Jan. 12, 2009 to Dec. 31, 2010. 

“He was not reappointed this last time when his appointment came up, but he served diligently and with great honor. He is very intelligent and always had a creative comment for the board--always added to the discussion. We had objective conversations, and the applicant and the citizens benefited from his comments,” Van Noy said. 

Callahan could not make the meeting because he is suffering from an illness. Van Noy asked for prayers for his quick recovery and return to community service.