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Essex County's Local Elections: A Closer Look at Tuesday's Outcomes

Essex County, USAWed Nov 05 2025

While the spotlight was on the governor's race in New Jersey, many local elections took place across Essex County on Tuesday. These elections were for various positions, including school boards, municipal councils, and the county clerk. The unofficial results, as reported by the Essex County Clerk's website, show a mix of contested and uncontested races.

Belleville

  • School Board: 3 seats up for grabs
  • Candidates: Cristina Garro, Gabrielle Bennett-Meany, Nicole Coviello Daddis, Michael W. Sheldon, Kenia Arroyabe, Ana Mansilla, Yadira Munoz, Michael L. Derro

Bloomfield

  • Mayoral Race: Jenny Mundell (Democratic candidate) won
  • Township Council At-Large:
  • Winners: Tracy Toler-Phillips, Monica Charris Tabares, Jill Fischman (all Democrats)
  • Independent Winner: Jonathan Mejia

Caldwell

  • Borough Council:
  • Winners: Kris Brown, Darren Daniolowicz (both Republicans)
  • Caldwell-West Caldwell School District:
  • Bond Proposal: Close vote results

Cedar Grove

  • School Board:
  • Winners: Cienne S. Keegan, Paul Alban (uncontested)

East Orange

  • Mayoral Race: Ted R. Green (Democrat) won (uncontested)
  • 2nd Ward Council Race:
  • Winner: Christopher Awe

Essex Fells

  • Mayoral Race: Edward A. Davis (Republican) won (uncontested)
  • Borough Council and School Board: Uncontested races

Other Towns

  • Fairfield, Glen Ridge, Irvington, Livingston, Maplewood, Millburn, Montclair, Newark, North Caldwell, Nutley, Orange, Roseland, South Orange, Verona, West Caldwell, West Orange, West Essex-North Caldwell
  • Various local elections with a mix of contested and uncontested races
  • Candidates from both major parties and independents won seats

Note: These are unofficial results and may change as votes continue to be counted. The local elections in Essex County highlight the importance of community involvement in shaping the future of their towns and school districts.

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questions

    Are there any hidden agendas or secret alliances among the candidates in Essex County's local elections that might not be apparent from the surface?
    What are the potential implications of having uncontested races for voter engagement and the democratic process in Essex County?
    How might the lack of competition in uncontested races affect the quality of representation and the diversity of ideas in Essex County's local government?

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