NEWARK, N.J. — N.J. Transit announced the reappointment of Myron “Mike” Shevell to its Board of Directors. Shevell, who was confirmed by the New Jersey Senate on January 13, will continue to serve as Vice Chairman of the Board.
“We are fortunate to have Vice Chairman Shevell’s continued service on the Board of Directors,” said Transportation Commissioner and N.J. Transit Board Chairman Stephen Dilts. “His first-hand experience in the transportation sector has been an invaluable asset to N.J. Transit and our customers.”
A Long Branch resident, Shevell has been a member of the Board since 1995, serving as vice chairman since 1999. During his tenure, he has played an active role in launching a series of innovative N.J. Transit projects that include the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail system, the redevelopment of Hoboken Terminal and improvements at Perth Amboy and South Amboy rail stations.
Shevell’s new term on the Board of Directors will continue until December 2010.
“I look forward to continuing my service as the Board’s vice chairman. It is gratifying to be able to use my experience in the transportation industry to contribute to serving the needs of N.J. Transit’s customers,” said Shevell. “I am honored to serve on the N.J. Transit Board of Directors at a time when we are poised to act on projects that will have a significant impact on future generations, including construction of a new passenger rail tunnel between New Jersey and New York.”
Shevell has worked in the trucking industry for more than 50 years and is the Chairman and CEO of The Shevell Group of Companies, made up of real estate, warehousing, LTL and TL trucking and logistics companies (Carrier Industries, Eastern Freight Ways, Apex Logistics and NEMF World Transport). The Shevell Group is also the parent company of New England Motor Freight (NEMF) Inc. in Elizabeth. He also serves as chairman of the New Jersey Motor Truck Association and is a regional director of the Bank of New York.
