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

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.