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Elizabeth City Council Election

Election Date:May 12, 2026Register by:April 12, 2026
Current holder:Chris Bollwage(Democratic)

The Elizabeth City Council Election in New Jersey will be held on May 12, 2026, to elect members of the municipal governing body. The city council is responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and oversight of city services in Elizabeth, New Jersey's fourth-largest city.

About This Race

The Elizabeth City Council Election in New Jersey will be held on May 12, 2026, to elect members of the municipal governing body. The city council is responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and oversight of city services in Elizabeth, New Jersey's fourth-largest city.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
May 12, 2026
Registration Deadline
April 12, 2026
Early Voting Starts
April 25, 2026
Early Voting Ends
May 9, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in the Elizabeth City Council Election, New Jersey residents must be registered by April 12, 2026. Voters can register online through the NJ Division of Elections website, by mail, or in person at their municipal clerk's office. On Election Day, polls will be open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and voters must present an acceptable form of ID if voting in a primary election or if it's their first time voting in the county.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Chris Bollwage

Elizabeth City Council Member

Biography

Chris Bollwage is a longtime Elizabeth resident and small business owner who has served on the City Council since 2018. He is running for re-election to continue advocating for public safety, infrastructure improvements, and economic development in the city's western wards.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Patricia Perkins-Auguste

Elizabeth City Council Member

Biography

Patricia Perkins-Auguste is a community organizer and former school board member who has lived in Elizabeth for over 25 years. She is running to bring greater transparency to city government, expand affordable housing initiatives, and strengthen youth and senior programs across the city.

Campaign Website

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