SAYREVILLE – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) received 21 new citizens from 13 different countries in an event that brought together members from all reaches of the community.
The Sayreville Public Library held its fourth naturalization ceremony on March 28, according to information provided by the library. Paul Correia, USCIS Newark Field Office director was Master of Ceremonies, with John E. Thompson, Newark District Director, administering the Oath of Office. Kenneth P. Kelly, Sr, Chief of Staff for Mayor Kennedy O’Brien’s office, welcomed the candidates and Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez, NJ State Legislature, delivered the keynote address. Senator Joseph Vitale paid a visit to deliver a congratulatory message along with L. Francis Cissna, USCIS director.
The Presentation of Colors was conducted by Sayreville’s VFW Post 4699 Color Guard, and Judy Gary, music director at St. Bernadette’s Church, led the National Anthem. Leah Kloc, library director, concluded the ceremony with final remarks.