On January 7th, North Bergen Mayor Nick Sacco and the Board of Commissioners presented a proclamation honoring Joseph Rotondi upon his retirement as the Town’s Superintendent of Parks, Recreation and Public Properties. Rotondi was employed nearly four decades, providing dedicated public service to the Township.
In a statement, Mayor Sacco said, “As Mayor, and on behalf of the entire Board of Commissioners, I want to thank Joe Rotondi for a lifetime of service to the Township of North Bergen. Joe dedicated nearly 40 years to improving our parks, facilities, and public spaces, and his impact will be felt for generations. His leadership, professionalism, and pride in his work set a standard that few can match.”
A press release from the township added that Rotondi began his career in public service in 1988 as a Recreational Counselor, shortly after earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. He joined the Department of Parks in 1989, where he took on a wide range of responsibilities including park maintenance, field upkeep, building sanitation, and other labor-intensive duties. His strong work ethic and commitment to the community led to his appointment as a full-time laborer in 1993, promotion to Supervisor in 1996, and ultimately his appointment as Superintendent between 2001 and 2006.
During his tenure as Supervisor and Superintendent, every park and athletic field throughout North Bergen was renovated and enhanced, including the construction of a new municipal pool complex in 2006. Under his leadership, the Township also completed numerous major municipal construction and renovation projects, including the library at 85th Street and Bergenline Avenue, Police Headquarters, Traffic and Substation facilities, Municipal Court and Parking Authority offices, and the Recreation Center and Library at 1231 Kennedy Boulevard.
“Joe Rotondi’s legacy is visible in every park, field, and municipal building across North Bergen,” added Commissioner Hugo Cabrera, who oversees the Department of Parks and Recreation. “He led with integrity, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to serving our residents. I am grateful for his partnership and wish him nothing but happiness and good health in his well-earned retirement.”
As Superintendent, Rotondi bore full responsibility for the maintenance, operation, and resolution of issues affecting all municipal parks, fields, and public facilities under his supervision. Upon his retirement in 2026, he leaves behind a lasting legacy of improved public spaces, strengthened municipal infrastructure, and dedicated service to the residents of North Bergen.