MEET THE COMMISSIONERS
The Role of Commissioner
Appointed to three-year terms by the Burlington County Board of County Commissioners, Commissioners are responsible for general oversight of the Burlington County Bridge Commission. In addition to attending and preparing for Commission meetings, Commissioners are involved in decision-making as it relates to governance of the agency. Specifically, their duties include oversight over all senior management of the Commission, general oversight over the implementation of appropriate management and financial controls, and maintaining procurement policies and procedures consistent with governing law. The Commission’s Executive Director, responsible for the day-to-day management of Commission business, reports directly to and is accountable to the Commissioners.
Sandra Nunes
Chairwoman
Sandra Nunes has the privilege of being the first female to serve as the Commission’s Chairwoman. In addition, Sandra is currently serving her second term on the Maple Shade Town Council and previously served as Deputy Mayor and Mayor. Sandra was the prior owner of L&S Chocolates in Maple Shade for more than 25 years. Sandra is a graduate of Newark School of Fine and Industrial Art and continued her education at New Jersey City State University and School of Visual Arts in New York City. She has also been a member of the Maple Shade Business Association since its inception, which helps promote and retain the local business community. She has served as a board member on the State run 501C3 non-profit Main Street Maple Shade program and later as the interim Executive Director. Sandra is proud to be an animal activist and volunteered for Animal Aide which supported no kill shelters. Previously, Sandra was Assistant Art Director with Public Service Electric & Gas and is experienced as a real estate agent. She was an ASA umpire and had umpired for Girls Softball in Maple Shade for many years.
Jaclyn Veasy
Vice-Chairwoman
Brian Woods
Commissioner
