Giblin Resigns as Little Silver OEM Coordinator

Former Little Silver Police Chief Shannon Giblin has resigned as the Borough's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Coordinator after six years of service.

Giblin formally tendered his resignation in a letter addressed to Mayor Robert C. Neff, Jr. last week which was read by Borough Clerk Helen Gormley at Monday's council meeting.

"When I retired [as police chief] on June 1, 2011, I agreed to continue as the coordinator as time would permit. I have begun a new chapter in life and due to new job commitments, I find it necessary to resign from that position effective immediately," said Giblin in the letter.

Gormley said Mayor Neff and Council will choose a new OEM Coordinator and introduce that person at a future meeting.

In accordance with state law, a Municipal OEM Coordinator is responsible for planning, activating, and coordinating the conduct of Emergency Management operations within the municipality.

Giblin coordinated sheltering plans, volunteer management, alert and warning, and resource management during times of emergency.

He thanked and commended those he commanded during his tenure.

"The Borough is very well protected with the paid professionals of the , Public Works and Administrative staff. The volunteers of , EMS and Fire Police are second to none and their commitment to service is exemplary. The residents of Little Silver are lucky to have such dedicated people serving them," said Giblin.