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September 27, 2023
Run for City Charter Commissioner in Millburn township
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Jun 3, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: township
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $7,500/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 1, 2025 - Jun 3, 2025
- Positions: Essex County: Millburn Township Charter Study Commission
Job description
The City Charter Commissioner is a member of the Commission that oversees the review of the city charter, makes recommendations for changes, and drafts a new charter.
Eligibility requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age // U.S. citizen // Must have lived in the municipality for at least one year // Must be a registered voter in the municipality // Must be without debt or other financial obligations to the municipality // Must be without felony convictions or other injurious criminal activity
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 375 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041
Filing phone number: 973-564-7073
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the municipal clerk's office (for party candidates); submit paperwork to the county clerk's office (for independent candidates).
Filing requirements: No Filing Fee. Petition signature requirement: 5% of the total votes cast in district by political party in the last primary election for general assembly (party candidates); 2% of the total votes cast in the district in the last general election for general assembly (independent candidates)
Independent Candidates running for City Charter Commissioner
Beatrix Shear
Nonpartisan
Bruce Kramer
Nonpartisan
Charu Goel
Nonpartisan
Christopher Drucker
Nonpartisan
Corey Biller
Nonpartisan
Jacqueline Liberberg
Nonpartisan
James Morreale
Nonpartisan
Jerry Kung
Nonpartisan
Joanna Parker-Lentz
Nonpartisan
Mark Stahl
Nonpartisan
Shaunak Tanna
Nonpartisan
Thomas Hildner
Nonpartisan
Thomas Singer
Nonpartisan
Trina Frankel
Nonpartisan
FAQ
How often is City Charter Commissioner elected?
The position of City Charter Commissioner is typically elected every 3 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Millburn township?
No Filing Fee. Petition signature requirement: 5% of the total votes cast in district by political party in the last primary election for general assembly (party candidates); 2% of the total votes cast in the district in the last general election for general assembly (independent candidates)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the municipal clerk's office (for party candidates); submit paperwork to the county clerk's office (for independent candidates).
Where is the filing office?
375 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 973-564-7073.
How do I get started running for City Charter Commissioner?
You can start running for City Charter Commissioner by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for City Charter Commissioner does not include a primary or runoff election.
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