Hightstown Council Fires Borough Administrator

The Hightstown Borough approved a resolution Wednesday which authorizes the removal of Michael Theokas as Borough Administrator. The resolution passed with a 4-2 vote, with Council President Lawrence Quattrone and Councilwoman Susan Bluth voting against it, Hightstown Clerk Debra Sopronyi said.

The resolution called for Theokas’ immediate removal. He will be paid the remaining balance of his salary and his salary for the next three months, as well as all of the compensation and benefits that he is entitled to through Aug. 31.

The reason for Theokas’ firing was not explained, however, the Council issued a statement which said, “As indicated by the resolution, the Governing Body has decided to part ways with Borough Administrator Michael Theokas. We have appreciated Mike’s hard work and dedication during his time as Administrator and wish him success in his future endeavors.”

Theokas was hired as Borough Administrator on September 6, 2011.