Hunterdon County honors park ranger Scott Howarth on retirement after more than 23 years of service
FLEMINGTON, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners this week recognized the retirement of Principal County Park Ranger Scott Howarth, who dedicated more than two decades of service to the county’s Division of Parks & Recreation.
At its Sept. 17 meeting, the board honored Howarth’s 23-year career, highlighting his leadership, dedication, and impact on the county’s park system.
“Scott has been a steadfast guardian of our parks and a role model for public service in Hunterdon County,” Commissioner Director John Lanza said. “His dedication to preserving our natural spaces and ensuring the safety of our community has left an enduring mark. On behalf of the Board of County Commissioners, I extend our deepest gratitude to Scott for his outstanding service and wish him nothing but health and happiness in his well-earned retirement.”
Howarth began his county career in January 2002 as a Park Ranger. He was promoted to Senior Park Ranger in May 2007 and became Principal County Park Ranger in November 2021, overseeing safety, visitor education, and the protection of public lands.
Throughout his career, Howarth earned the respect of colleagues, county leadership, and the community for his professionalism and commitment to public service.
Howarth’s family attended the meeting, along with Supervising Park Ranger Craig Evans and Principal Park Ranger Warren Schultz, who both praised his dedication and long-standing contributions to the county’s parks.
