The 2023 general election is fast approaching for Cherry Hill residents, and it’s essential to be well-informed before heading to the polls.
Election Day is scheduled for November 7, a crucial event that will determine the occupants of every seat in the State Legislature, as well as numerous local positions throughout New Jersey.
To make the electoral process as accessible as possible, New Jersey provides several methods for registered voters to cast their ballots before Election Day. Mail-in voting is already underway, and in-person early voting is set to take place from October 28 to November 5.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate this year’s election:
Key Details:
- Election Date: November 7
- Check Your Voter Registration: Ensure you are registered to vote.
- Mail-in Ballot Drop-off Locations: Learn where you can drop off your mail-in ballot.
- Track Your Ballot: Understand how to track your mail-in ballot.
- Election Day Polling Place: Find your designated polling place for Election Day.
- In-Person Early Voting: Discover locations where you can vote in person during the early voting period.
- Preview Your Ballot: Take a look at what your ballot will look like.
Candidates on the Ballot:
- State Senate: In the 6th Legislative District, which encompasses Cherry Hill, the Democratic incumbent State Senator, James Beach, will contend against Republican candidate Mark Doogan.
- General Assembly: For the 6th District, Assembly Members Louis D. Greenwald and Pamela R. Lampitt, both Democrats, will face off against Republican candidates Daniel M. Kenny and Brian McRory.
- Camden County Board of Commissioners: With two seats available, the Democratic incumbent ticket of Louis Cappelli, Jr. and Jonathan L. Young, Sr. will be competing against the Republican slate of Jason Fanning and Norman C. Rebel, Jr.
- Cherry Hill Mayor: Democratic Council President David Fleisher will be running against Republican contender Nicole A. Nance.
- Cherry Hill Township Council: Three seats are up for grabs. The Democratic ticket includes Jennifer Apell, Brian Bauerle, and Michele Golkow. The GOP slate features David Lodge, Judi Giacoboni Russo, and Stephen T. Heath, Jr.
- Cherry Hill Board of Education: Seven candidates are vying for three available seats, including John M. (Jack) Brangan, Renee Cherfane, Ineda “Corrien” Elmore-Stratton, Kimberly Gallagher, Nicholas J. Gaudio, Jr., Jennifer Sharman, and Miriam Stern.
- Cherry Hill Fire District No. 13, Board of Fire Commissioners: Two seats are available, with John J. Mulholland, Jr. being the sole candidate on the ballot.
Make sure to mark your calendar for November 7 and participate in the democratic process to shape the future of Cherry Hill and New Jersey. Your vote matters!
