Dashield Introduced to Seniors

In her monthly visit Tuesday to the Senior Center, Mayor Sharon Robinson-Briggs introduced new City Administrator Marc Dashield.

Dashield was formerly the chief financial officer in Franklin Township. The City Council approved his appointment Dec. 6, but he did not take office until Jan. 15. He has a strong background in municipal government and should be able to manage the city well. He is responsible for day-to-day operations and the city's three charter-mandated department heads report to him.

Asked after the meeting when Dashield will be introduced to the world at large on the city's web site, Robinson-Briggs referred the question to Ray Daniels, director of Administration, Finance Health and Social Services. Daniels said the web site is being repaired in phases and Dashield's name could appear in about two weeks.

The web site at www.plainfield.com broke down last year and has not been updated for months.

--Bernice Paglia