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County Executive

Essex County, New Jersey
My vote power: Above average

What does this office do?

  • Proposing the county budget, including property tax and spending plans
  • Running county roads, parks, and public health services
  • Picking who leads county departments

Affects: Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency,

Candidates:

Democratic · Incumbent

Incumbent Democratic Essex County Executive (since 2003), seeking a seventh term in 2026. Longtime county official and former freeholder board president.

Records: Environment and Public Health 1 for, Government Spending Reduction 1 against, Public Infrastructure 1 for

Republican

Republican nominee for Essex County Executive in 2026.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org · essexclerk.com