Jeb has worked with the State Board of Accounts to address their various audit findings. Jeb has brought in a well-respected and experienced attorney and former CPA to act as an independent counsel. They are putting in place processes that include preparing a budget and safeguards to ensure Wayne Township never experiences this again.

The Wayne Township Advisory Board will now have its separate counsel. This will allow them greater oversight, but it will also ensure the township has proper checks and balances.

Jeb appointed a new Wayne Township Fire Chief, Marcus Reed. Chief Reed is experienced in making positive changes to fire departments around the country, including Westfield. His job is to restore pride in our department, improve the culture, and ensure the Wayne Township Fire Department is on solid ground for the future. We have conducted listening sessions for all fire station shifts. Soon, we will be announcing additional changes based on the feedback from our fire and EMS personnel.

The Trustee's Office structure has begun reorganizing. Moving towards a cabinet model, the position of Deputy Trustee position has been eliminated. Longtime Wayne Township Director of Operations Lynn McWhirter will act as Jeb’s senior director. Jeb will also be hiring a director of budget and management to supervise the finances of the entire township, a communications director to provide accessible information in multiple formats about the services that are available, and a human resources director to oversee employment. These positions will report directly to Jeb to professionalize the township and improve our efficiency and effectiveness.

Jeb has expanded the eligibility for children needing assistance with school clothing. He also has authorized additional healthcare options for our firefighters and staff, by partnering with the Mayo Clinic. Along with our new fire chief and the reorganization of the fire department, the Trustee’s Office is renewing efforts to provide on-the-scene housing and other assistance to victims of fires and other catastrophic events.