Candidate Statements

I’d like to thank those who helped work on my campaign, put signs on their lawns, and especially the voters of the 4th Ward for their continued support. I have again been given a privilege and a responsibility and will do my best to represent the residents of Ward 4 as they expect. I’d also like ...

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The Stop Raising Taxes | Restore Sparta Schools Candidates would like to share a few personal sentiments with our constituents as we prepare for polls to open on Election Day…   #1 Chad Wood "At a crucial point for our town, I’m confident that I am on the right side of history. As the ...

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As our campaign nears its conclusion, I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support and trust you have placed in me during this remarkable journey. Connecting with each of you, understanding your concerns, and collectively envisioning a brighter Summit has been an extraordinary experience. In ...

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I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity I have had to run for Mayor of the town I love so deeply. I am inspired by the people around me who have spent countless hours knocking on doors with me, calling people to remind them to vote, analyzing data, writing notes on my behalf, introducing me to ...

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This video is the third of three videos released by Candidate for Township Committee, Matt Kayne.  It speaks to work he has done with regard to the environment and sustainability in our township, most recently in his 6 years on the Montville Township Committee and dating up to 15 years ago while ...

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It has been an honor and privilege to run for town council and to be able to meet and talk with so many wonderful residents. I have developed a keen sense of what concerns many of the residents which includes the excessive development of our town, traffic, parking, safety, transparency and ...

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My name is Dr. Jon Torres and I am a candidate for the New Jersey State Assembly in the 25th Legislative District. I have lived in Randolph Township for ten years, moving with my family from South Jersey when my two children were three and five. Our family has come up in Randolph schools, ...

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My name is Dr. Jon Torres and I am a candidate for the New Jersey State Assembly in the 25th Legislative District. I have lived in Randolph Township for ten years, moving with my family from South Jersey when my two children were three and five. Our family has come up in Randolph schools, ...

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My name is Dr. Jon Torres and I am a candidate for the New Jersey State Assembly in the 25th Legislative District. I have lived in Randolph Township for ten years, moving with my family from South Jersey when my two children were three and five. Our family has come up in Randolph schools, ...

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It has been a privilege to run for the Livingston Board of Education. I thank our community for the support I have received along this journey. I am grateful to have met so many wonderful community members and gained new perspectives. Of the endorsements by residents of Livingston in the past two ...

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My name is Dr. Jon Torres and I am a candidate for the New Jersey State Assembly in the 25th Legislative District. I have lived in Randolph Township for ten years, moving with my family from South Jersey when my two children were three and five. Our family has come up in Randolph schools, ...

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Thank you all so much for the time you took to talk with us.  Canvassing is our favorite part of election season - it is a time where we can hear from you individually about what really matters to you.  What you like about our town, your questions and most importantly, what you think could and ...

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An Open Letter Sessomesforcouncil@gmail.com www.SessomesforCouncil.com 05 NOVEMBER, 2023 Dear Family, Friends, and Neighbors, I am writing to thank you for participating in the June 2023 primary election. The voters spoke, and the County of Union certified me as the winner of the ...

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Dear undecided neighbor, It has been an honor and a privilege to run for office. I ran a clean campaign, focused on the issues and avoiding negative ad hominem attacks. If you have yet to make up your mind on who to vote for, here is a list of all my position papers, endorsements and letter of ...

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Hello Hawthorne! My name is Craig Cayetano, and I am running once more for council in Ward 3 to be an advocate for everyone. I'm proud to say I’ve resided for over 19 years here in Hawthorne and still continue to stand for and speak up on issues impacting us all.  I have been active in our ...

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We are the Voices of Reason - Christina Longo-Keiling, Dana Dumpert, and Bob Meara - and here’s where we stand: Parental Rights: Every parent deserves clarity and transparency about their child's education. We champion the unwavering right of parents to be informed about what transpires within ...

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Thank you, Jim Sandham, for taking the time to read my statements in response to the 5 TAP questions posed to me as a 2023 candidate for Montville Township Committee and for your recent Letter to the Editor pertaining to those responses.  Mr. Sandham statements in fact prove that the Montville ...

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This video is the second installment of a three-part series, and it's titled 'A Moment with Matt' about Affordable Housing. In this video, Matt explains the impact of a state-mandated ruling that affects all towns in New Jersey, with a special emphasis on Montville Township. We understand that this ...

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We are grateful for the support and endorsement of Cranford elected officials past and present. These leaders served Cranford with distinction and integrity and set a model for us to follow when elected.  As the election season draws to a close, we are proud to stand behind Michael Petrucci and ...

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As an educator, union leader, and pastor, I understand what it takes to serve and enhance the quality of life for others. As a recent recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for Voluntary Work this past August, I have renewed enthusiasm to volunteer my services to Westfield to ...

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I have been a resident of Westfield for almost 30 years. I care deeply about the town that I have raised my two children in. I want it to progress while keeping the charm that it is well known for. This election is crucial for the future of Westfield. It has been said our platform is just about ...

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As the municipal elections wind down, let’s talk about governing. After all, that’s the whole point—working towards a better Summit for all of us. If you do me the honor of electing me to represent Ward 2, here are some specific priorities on which I’d like to work on for you: Finance Work ...

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The past four years have gone by so quickly and we as a Council have touched upon many topics, but there is more to be done. I consider it an honor and a privilege to represent the residents of Hawthorne. I’m conservative by nature and believe in the Republican values. Being a Conservative, I ...

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To our New Providence Friends and Neighbors, In this beautiful town we all call home, there are so many ways we celebrate together. From parades to grand openings to holiday gatherings to memorials to craft fairs to sporting events to concerts to church services, each of us takes the time to ...

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Dear Chatham community,  We are honored to be your Chatham Borough candidates for re-election to the School District of the Chathams Board of Education. We are excited to share with you the results we have achieved and the vision we have for the future of our schools. During our tenure, we ...

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I've spent hundreds of hours over the last few years walking and talking to Robbinsville residents. There are three common themes I hear residents want for the future of Robbinsville. First, the need for an independent voice on Robbinsville Town Council. Someone who will vote in Robbinsville ...

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Candidate for Township Committee, Matt Kayne, is releasing a trio of videos for public information. The three videos, entitled ‘A Moment with Matt’, will address Montville Township’s Cable/Wifi Issues with Altice/Optimum, information on Affordable Housing in our township, and on his efforts with ...

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On Oct. 30, the school district held a community forum at the beginning hour of the board of education meeting. At the meeting, it was repeatedly stressed that the March referendum question two (the construction work for kindergarten and middle school expansion) will be null and void if the ...

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Fact #1: I am a current sitting Board of Education member. I have been serving on the BOE since January of this year after being elected in the 2022 election as a member of the ‘Students First’ slate for a 1-year term. Fact #2: I have been a Sparta resident for over 40 years. I attended Sparta ...

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