CAPE MAY, NJ – In an effort to recognize the hard-working personnel of the City of Cape May, Manager Paul Dietrich continues a city-wide recognition program to honor “employees of the month”. The objective is to recognize employees who show exemplary individual achievement, contribution, and performance in their jobs. These individuals consistently exhibit a positive and supportive attitude and make contributions beyond the usual expectations of their employment.

Peers can nominate each other, building a stronger comradery amongst the workforces. Management, Department Heads, and Supervisors are not eligible to be nominated, allowing recognition to solely focus on the hard-working City employees that make the City a success daily.

Under the authorization of the City Manager, the Employee of the Month Committee consists of voluntary Supervisors from each Department who will review nominations and select the winner for each month.

City Manager Paul Dietrich recognized Mike Grande from the Department of Public Works as the City’s September 2025 Employee of the Month during the October 7^th Council Meeting.

Mike Grande has been employed with the City since 2015. He started his career with the City under the Civic Affairs and Recreation Department as a Recreation Aide. Unfortunately, COVID forced Convention Hall to close, but Mike wanted to stay on board with the City and took a position with the Department of Public Works as a Laborer. A short time later, he was promoted to a Repairer due to his impressive skills. 

Mike takes pride in his work, whether it’s maintaining the beach mats, gas lamps, or anything that is asked of him. During his off hours, he enjoys riding his motorcycle and spending time with his dog Ziggy.

The City is blessed to have such a hardworking employee who continues to be an asset!

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