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RANDOLPH, N.J. – The County College of Morris Foundation (CCM Foundation) recently elected Thomas F. Hayes of Wall, N.J. as president of its Board of Directors. Hayes is director – consumer and community relations for New Jersey Natural Gas.

Established in 1987, the CCM Foundation raises funds for scholarships, special programs and faculty development. Since its inception, the foundation has raised more than $5 million, averages approximately $500,000 in annual giving and sponsors several special events each year.

“On behalf of New Jersey Natural Gas, I’m proud to serve this great college as part of our strong tradition of service,” said Hayes. “Our company’s role in the community goes far beyond the reliable energy we provide – it’s driven by our belief that we can make a difference in the lives of those who are depending on us. We’re committed to supporting educational opportunities for the many benefits they can offer in career success and personal fulfillment that last a lifetime.”

Joining Hayes on the Executive Committee is Brandi Robinson as vice president. She is a West Orange resident and the executive director of philanthropy and community development at Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Patricia Maynard, a long-time member of the CCM Foundation and Mendham resident, was elected secretary of the board. She is a former freeholder and former employee of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Mark Williams, also a Mendham resident, will serve as treasurer. He is currently the vice president of human resources of DRS Technologies.

The terms of the new officers will run one year from July 1, 2005, to June 30, 2006.

New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) is the principal subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR), a Fortune 1000 company and a member of the Forbes Platinum 400. NJNG is one of the fastest-growing local distribution companies in the United States, serving more than 459,000 customers in New Jersey’s Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex and Morris counties. This service area’s demographics and quality of life contribute greatly to NJNG’s growth. NJNG’s progress is a tribute to the dedicated employees who have shared their expertise and focus on quality through more than 50 years of serving customers and the community to make the company a leader in the competitive energy marketplace. For more information, visit NJNG’s Web site at njliving.com.