Statement by Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.

“Governor Brendan Byrne was a statesman to whom we could all look up to and a regular guy who was quick with a joke. As a Prosecutor and a Governor, he was ahead of his time in how well he understood the issues affecting our state, and his integrity and honesty could never be questioned. To honor this great man and make sure future generations learn about his impact on Essex County and New Jersey, we dedicated a statue and plaza in his honor at our Hall of Records Complex. He was a great friend who will be missed. Our condolences go out to his family.”