Mendon Highway Superintendent Andrew Caschetta has resigned, following the release of an internal investigation findings alleging he had a pattern of workplace harassment and retaliation.
Caschetta was accused in the report of sexually harassing two women in the highway department, retaliating against employees who reported his actions, and throwing a chair at an employee.
Mendon Town Supervisor John Moffitt had called for Caschetta’s resignation earlier this month. Caschetta was appointed in 2019 and was not seeking re-election this year.
While the report, completed in March, alleges that he did sexually harass female employees, it also said he did not create a sexually discriminatory work environment.
“Superintendent Caschetta is an ‘equal opportunity harasser,’” the report stated. “He mistreats both men and women.”
Caschetta did not immediately return a request for comment.
In a statement Friday, Moffitt said Caschetta’s resignation offers the town a chance to move forward.
“This is a chance to turn the page – to create a respectful, more supportive environment for everyone who works here,” Moffitt said. “We’re already taking steps to support a smooth transition in the Highway Department, and we’ll be sharing details about interim leadership shortly. Town services will continue without interruption.”
