Richard Gille: Lacey Township, NJ Administrator

Richard D. Gille has served as Township Administrator of Lacey Township, New Jersey since 2014 (with the township since 2011).

Background

• Education: BA Criminal Justice (Stockton University), MPA (Rutgers University)
• Certification: Certified Municipal Manager
• Prior role: Planning and Zoning Board Secretary

Professional Affiliations

• International City/County Management Association (ICMA)
• New Jersey State League of Municipalities (NJSLOM)
• Ocean County Mayors' Association
• Chairman, Lacey Township Education Foundation

Role Scope

As Administrator, Gille serves as the township's chief administrative officer — overseeing daily operations, implementing Council policy, managing budget preparation, supervising department heads, and coordinating intergovernmental relations. Lacey Township (Ocean County, ~30,000 residents) operates under the Faulkner Act Council-Manager form.