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September 27, 2023
Run for City Legislature in Jersey City City, NJ
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Sep 1, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $60,000/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 1, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025
- Positions: Jersey City Council - At LargeJersey City MayorJersey City Council - Ward FJersey City Council - Ward AJersey City Council - Ward B...
Job description
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
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: 280 Grove St, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Filing phone number: 201-547-5150
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: at least 1%, but in no event less than 25, of the registered voters of the municipality or the ward
Independent Candidates running for City Legislature
Alexander Hamilton
Nonpartisan
Brandi Warren
Nonpartisan
Catherine Healy
Nonpartisan
Daniel Israel
Nonpartisan
Daniel Rivera
Nonpartisan
Dannon Hill
Nonpartisan
David Carment
Nonpartisan
David Rios
Nonpartisan
Dawn Giambalvo
Nonpartisan
Denise Ridley
Nonpartisan
Efrain Orleans
Nonpartisan
Eleana Little
Nonpartisan
Elvin Dominici
Nonpartisan
Fernando Garcia
Nonpartisan
Floyd Jeter
Nonpartisan
Frank Gilmore
Nonpartisan
Gloria Walton
Nonpartisan
Idriss Zahidi
Nonpartisan
Ira Guilford
Nonpartisan
Israel Nieves
Nonpartisan
Jake Ephros
Nonpartisan
Jennise Sarmiento
Nonpartisan
Joel Brooks
Nonpartisan
Keith Howell-Garvin
Nonpartisan
Kenny Reyes
Nonpartisan
Kristen Zadroga-Hart
Nonpartisan
Lamont Wade
Nonpartisan
Pam Johnson
Nonpartisan
Lorena Loayza
Nonpartisan
Mamta Singh
Nonpartisan
Meredith Burns
Nonpartisan
Michael Griffin
Nonpartisan
Patrick Ambrossi
Nonpartisan
Richard Boggiano
Nonpartisan
Rolando Lavarro
Nonpartisan
Ryan Baylock
Nonpartisan
Saundra Robinson Green
Nonpartisan
Shahab Khan
Nonpartisan
Stacey Lawrence
Nonpartisan
Tami Weaver-Henry
Nonpartisan
Tina Nalls
Nonpartisan
Tom Zuppa
Nonpartisan
Tracy Sims
Nonpartisan
Travis Heller
Nonpartisan
Veronica Akaezuwa
Nonpartisan
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Jersey City City, NJ?
No Filing Fee. Petition signature requirement: at least 1%, but in no event less than 25, of the registered voters of the municipality or the ward
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?
280 Grove St, Jersey City, NJ 07302.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 201-547-5150.
How do I get started running for City Legislature?
You can start running for City Legislature 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 Legislature does not include a primary or runoff election.
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