CITY GOVERNMENT
public information officer to project
coordinator for the Utility Systems
department. With a focus on public
outreach and education, she will be
advancing water conservation, producing
and shooting informational
videos.
Commenting on her learning
curve, Tomes says, “You have no
idea what it takes to keep clean water
flowing from the faucet.”
Kathleen McAlpine enters as
director of a revamped civic center
management model. Her zeal for
excellence in public service speaks
to her experience in airlines emergency
management, nonprofit guest
services and convention center
operations. “I love the camaraderie
of all the employees…the energy is
wonderful.” she says.
O. Reginald Osenton of Brandon
knew he was the ideal candidate
for city attorney. He says he will
efficiently steer the ship. He shares
Eagle Scout status with his son, Ben,
and recently sent his daughter, Lauren,
off to college.
“I hope to find a good church,
spectator sports and join Rotary
International,” he says. E
Ciuperger, and public information
officer, Sarah Prohaska.
Ciuperger arrives from the Village
of Wellington in Palm Beach
County where she served in multiple
positions, chiefly as communications
manager. She is married with two
daughters and the family will soon
reside in the city.
“It’s been a whirlwind; I’ve
been super busy,” she says. “It is a
wonderful environment with many
people with passion. I’m impressed
that the city is willing to be innovative
and forward-thinking. Taking
certain risks shows they want to do
better.”
Prohaska began her career as a
staff writer for the Stuart News and
was with the Palm Beach Post for
more than a decade, specializing in
courthouse and government reporting.
She lives in Port St. Lucie with
her husband and two sons, ages 6
and 8.
“As the PIO, I hope to keep
residents informed about not only
events in the city, but also issues that
affect their homes and quality of
life,” she says.
Jenny Newell Tomes moves from
Kathleen McAlpine - “The
Civic Center is an elegant
space. Sales are up and
it’s busier than ever.”
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Sarah Prohaska - A history
buff, Prohaska loves
to read and also loves to
visit historical sites.
Reggie Osenton – “You can
call me Reggie.” His hobbies
include scuba diving,
golfing badly, and flying.
He is a licensed pilot.
Jenny Tomes - Recently
married, Tomes looks
forward to engaging and
educating the public on
water conservation.
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