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Milton Haworth

Regulatory Compliance & Spatial Analyst

Covers: Land Use & Zoning

Former municipal surveyor and zoning board consultant with two decades of experience decoding county ordinances. He specializes in translating dense spatial data and legal frameworks into actionable compliance checklists for developers and planners.

Priscilla Oakes

Public Participation & Neighborhood Strategist

Covers: Community Development · Civic Engagement

A veteran community organizer turned municipal liaison who has spent decades bridging the gap between Somerset County residents and local government. She excels at demystifying complex planning processes so that everyday citizens can actively shape their neighborhoods.

Rufus Tindall

Civil Works & Resource Management Specialist

Covers: Infrastructure & Environment

A seasoned civil engineer and environmental auditor who has overseen dozens of municipal water, transit, and grid upgrades across the region. He focuses on the physical realities of infrastructure, prioritizing structural integrity and environmental pragmatism over political promises.