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1. 1. Ocean City New Jersey

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   Published on: 5/9/2008   Last Visited: 5/9/2008

   James M. Rutala, Business Administrator
   
   James M. Rutala is the Business Administrator of the City of Ocean City and has direct oversight over all city departments including an operating budget of $55M and a five year capital budget of $25M.Mr. Rutala oversees a full time staff of 279, a part time staff of 100 and 700 seasonal employees.Mr. Rutala plays a leadership role in many negotiations both inter-departmental and with entities outside the City.
   
   In Ocean City, Mr. Rutala has initiated various programs including a Citywide Wireless Communication System, a marketing and branding initiative, introducing technology opportunities, a customer service database, and various new environmental programs including a 1.5Mw solar installation on six public buildings.
   
   Mr. Rutala holds a MBA from Rutgers University, a Master's Degree in City and Regional Planning from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor's Degree from Seton Hall University.He is a licensed Professional Planner and a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners.
   
   Prior to joining the City of Ocean City, Mr. Rutala was the Vice President of the Atlantic County Utilities Authority.While Mr. Rutala served in this capacity, the Authority was recognized nationally for excellence in innovation, efficiency and environmental stewardship.Mr. Rutala also held the appointed position of Planning Director for Atlantic County Government and has served as a Planning Consultant.
   
   A leader in government and business organizations, Mr. Rutala has served as an officer on many national and regional boards.He has been invited to speak throughout the country on management, finance, utilities, and environmental issues.
   
   Mr. Rutala is active in numerous community organizations as well.He is the Chair of the Linwood Environmental Commission and a member of the Linwood Planning Board.He serves as Vice President of his local chapter of the American Red Cross.He is a member of the International City/County Management Association, the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, the Atlantic City Hotel & Lodging Association, and the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce.
   
   He resides in Linwood, New Jersey with his wife Diana and two sons, Matthew and Sean.

2. 2. Ocean City New Jersey

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   Published on: 6/22/2007   Last Visited: 5/9/2008

   Contact: Jim Rutala, Business Administrator 609.525.9333
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   Donato stated, "I'm excited about this opportunity and flattered that the mayor and Jim Rutala have offered it to me. Like every other challenge I've faced since joining the City's workforce in 2000, I look forward to meeting this one head on, and dedicating the time and energy necessary to take the program to the next level."
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   Jim Rutala, Business Administrator noted, "Ocean City wants to take a leadership role in emergency preparedness by not just revising our plan but testing it and assuring that we are prepared for any situation."

3. 3. Ocean City New Jersey

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   Published on: 9/7/2007   Last Visited: 5/9/2008

   Contact: Jim Rutala, Administration 609-525-9333
   
   OCEAN CITY, NJ….The City of Ocean City has applied to the New Jersey Department of Transportation Planning Organization (SJTPO) for grant funding to repave Central Avenue from 34th Street to 46th Street, in the amount of 1.2 million dollars.
   
   The application was made through the Cape May County planning office.The City has been successful on several occasions in obtaining grant funds from the SJTPO for road projects, the most recent being a $986,000 grant for the repaving of downtown Asbury Avenue, from 5th Street to 14th Street.
   
   Jim Rutala, Business Administrator stated, "This is one of many grants that the City is pursuing to improve our infrastructure".