Natalie Chesko, Former Executive Director
Natalie recently joined the HTMUA as the Executive Director. She holds a B.S. in Bioresource Engineering from Rutgers University which blends environmental science with civil engineering. She possesses over twenty years of experience in the wastewater field, including laboratory work, process involvement, engineering and now management. Her experience has exposed her to a majority of an Authority’s infrastructure. Natalie completed the Environmental Development Academy (EPDA) and also participates in the Association of Environmental Authorities (AEA) and NJWEA.
Michelle McCall, Finance Manager
Michelle is a life-long resident of the Township of Hamilton. She joined the HTMUA in 2010 as an Accounting Technician. In 2017, she was promoted to Operations Specialist. In 2022, she became the Qualified Purchasing Agent and has since been promoted to Finance Manager. Through Rutgers University, she has obtained her Qualified Purchasing Agent Certification and her RPPS. She is a member of The Institute of Public Procurement. During Michelle's free time, she is an active volunteer as a firefighter and serves as President for the Weymouth Volunteer Fire Co. located in the Township of Hamilton.
Charles "Ken" Wagner, Jr., Licensed Operator
Charles Kenneth Wagner Jr., better known as Ken, became interested in the water industry when working on a geothermal well field at Stockton University. He spent the following eight years treating water for Atlantic City residents. After obtaining his T4 and W1 Licenses, he moved to further his career with the HTMUA. Ken is a resident of Hamilton Township and active in the community as a greeter for a local Church. He is a member of the AWWA and graduate of Atlantic Cape Community College with an A.S. In Science & Math. Ken is also an alumni of Stockton University and holds a B.S. in Chemistry.
Andrew J. Liepe, Acting Executive Director
Mr. Liepe joined the HTMUA in 1998 as a water and sewer worker. He was promoted to foreman in 2011. He was promoted to Operations Manager on July 1, 2021. During his tenure, Mr. Liepe has earned NJ Dept of Environmental Protection Operator Licenses (C-3, W-3 & T-2). He also serves as the Licensed Operator of Record for the HTMUA's Collection System, the back-up Licensed Operator for the HTMUA's Water Treatment and Distribution Systems and is the Competent Person for trenching and excavation.
Kevin Yaccarino, Foreman:
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