Published on January 22, 2025
David Scott Retires After 35 years of Dedicated Service
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners tonight honored G. David “Dave” Scott, who retired on Dec. 31, 2024 after 35 years as CEO and executive director of the Market Street Mission, recognizing his exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to transforming the lives of those in need.
Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen presented Scott with a framed resolution of honor, highlighting his tenure at the Mission, a community institution providing aid to the homeless, hungry and individuals struggling with addiction since 1889.
“David has dedicated his life to helping others find hope and recovery. His leadership and service has had a profound impact on Morris County,” said Director Selen. “Under his guidance, the Market Street Mission expanded its reach and transformed countless lives, providing hope, support and a path forward for those who needed it most.”
“Here in Morris County, we are particularly grateful for your partnership with our Human Services Department in meeting critical community needs, especially during the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic,” Selen added.
In his role as CEO, Scott spearheaded significant growth in the Mission’s Emergency Assistance and Life Change Recovery Program, which now serves both residential and non-residential clients. He doubled the size of the Morristown facility, expanded the Mission’s reach to the Jersey Shore and Sussex County, enhancing programs that have served tens of thousands annually with meals, shelter and support.
The Mission now provides more than 140,000 meals and 44,000 nights of shelter annually. In recognition of its impact, Newsweek named Market Street Mission one of America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers for the past two years. In 2024, it celebrated the graduation of its 100th Life Change addiction recovery class.
Scott began his career in service as a chaplain’s assistant in the U.S. Army. Before joining the Market Street Mission, he served as superintendent of the Goodwill Home and Rescue Mission in Newark, N.J., and directed the residential treatment program at the Yonkers Gospel Mission.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts in behavioral science and a Master of Arts in counseling from California State University and is a certified clinical supervisor, a licensed certified alcohol and drug counselor, and a licensed professional counselor.
Scott’s contributions have been recognized nationally, including the dedication of the Mission’s Asbury Park building in his honor and the declaration of Dec. 5, 2024 as “David Scott Day” in Morristown.
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Photo 1: (l-r) Commissioners John Krickus and Christine Myers, Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen, David Scott, Commissioners Deborah Smith and Thomas Mastrangelo, and Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw.
Photo 2: Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen (left) and David Scott.
