At last month’s state League of Municipalities conference, Stafford Township Administrator Matthew von der Hayden was recognized for his contributions to the development and training of new municipal management talent in the public sector.

On Nov. 17, the New Jersey Municipal Management Association gave von der Hayden the Career Development Award, noting he “consistently supports and budgets for staff development and growth, and he dedicates both time and resources to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of town hall operations.”

“I feel honored to receive this award, and I think it’s reflective of what the mayor and council have looked to do here…