2018 CCC Annual Report

Sep 2, 2026

2018 CCC annual report highlights the leadership background and public service focus of a veteran law enforcement professional. It details his swearing-in as the eighth chairman on December 26, 2017, and describes initiatives to promote New Jersey’s general welfare, health, and prosperity through efficiency improvements. The report outlines his role in licensing hearings, support for Atlantic City revitalization, community outreach, and coordination of programs connecting veterans and rehabilitated workers with employment and services.

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Pages72

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Leadership and Appointment

Vision and Efficiency Initiatives

Key Responsibilities and Initiatives

Licensing Hearings and Atlantic City Revitalization

Community Outreach and Regional Cooperation

Experience and Partnerships

Public Service Roles and Programs

Veterans and Reentry Support

Advisory Work and Education

| is a veteran public service and law enforcement professional well known for his leadership skills. He was sworn in as the eighth chairman of the Commission on December 26, 2017. He has reinvigorated the Commission’s vision as a “key partner and catalyst in promoting the general welfare, health and prosperity of New Jersey”, and has continued his strong track record of identifying and implementing efficiencies.
Plousis presided over licensing hearings for both the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino and Ocean Resort during his first year as chairman. He is committed to the state’s efforts to revitalize Atlantic City. He expanded the Commission’s participation in the community, helping to increase awareness of the many non-profit groups working to improve Atlantic City.
As an ex-officio member of the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, he took initiative to promote cooperation in the regional tourism industry throughoutreach to the business community. He worked with veterans groups to develop opportunities that link unemployed veterans with job opportunities in the casino industry. He also assisted the Department of Corrections, the State Parole Board, and the New Jersey Judiciary with their shared goal to increase employer awareness of the many advantages of employing rehabilitated, trained and skilled workers who have successfully exited the criminal justice system.
His vast experience includes serving as the chairman for the State Parole Board, as United States Marshal for New Jersey, and
| as sheriff of Cape May County for six terms. He coordinated two of the largest Fugitive Safe Surrender Programs in the nation and managed security for the Fort Dix Five Terrorist Trial in Camden. The suspects were all convicted of plotting an armed attack at the military base. He was the U.S. Marshals’ Service Liaison for New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. As liaison, he assisted with jail evacuationsand provided key law enforcement support.
As chairman of the State Parole Board, Plousis partnered with government, nonprofit and private agencies to connect exprisoners with vocational, mental health and other key services. He also spearheaded efforts to address the needs of veterans in the criminal justice system.
Plousis serves on the Advisory Board of the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism at Stockton University. He is an active volunteer for several organizations, including Hand to Hand for Haiti. He is a graduate of Slippery Rock University and Rutgers University’s Public Manager Program. He lives in Ocean City and has two adult children. | | --- | --- |

FAQs

When was he sworn in as chairman, and which number chairman was it?

He was sworn in as the eighth chairman on December 26, 2017.

What were some of his focus areas during his first year as chairman?

He presided over licensing hearings for major Atlantic City properties and supported the state’s efforts to revitalize Atlantic City through expanded community participation.

How did he work to support veterans and reentry into employment?

He helped develop opportunities linking unemployed veterans with casino job opportunities and supported efforts connecting exprisoners with vocational, mental health, and other key services.

Sep 2, 2026

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