Who Represents West Caldwell, New Jersey?

  • Residents of West Caldwell, New Jersey are represented by elected officials at the federal, state, county, and local levels of government.
  • ​This guide explains who represents our community and what each office does.
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
​Officials representing West Caldwell residents in the federal government.
U.S. President
  • Next Election: November 2028
The President is the leader of the entire country and the head of the United States military. Their main job is to carry out and enforce the laws created by Congress. They also represent the U.S. when meeting with leaders from other nations. Every four years, voters across the country choose who will fill this powerful role.
U.S. Senator
  • Cory Booker
    • Next Election: November 2026
  • Andy Kim
    • Next Election: November 2030
Represents New Jersey in the U.S. Senate and votes on federal laws, treaties, and presidential appointments. Also helps residents with issues involving federal agencies.
U.S. Representative (NJ-11)
  • VACANT
    • Next Election: Special Election April 16, 2026
Represents New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Votes on federal laws, approves spending, and assists residents with federal programs and agencies.
NEW JERSEY GOVERNMENT
​Officials representing West Caldwell residents in the state government.
GOVERNOR
  • Mikie Sherrill
    • Next Election: November 2029
Serves as the chief executive of New Jersey. Proposes the state budget, signs or vetoes legislation, and oversees state agencies and statewide policy priorities.
STATE SENATOR (40TH DISTRICT)
  • Kristin Corrado
    • Next Election: November 2027
Represents Legislative District 40 in the New Jersey Senate. Sponsors and votes on state laws, approves the state budget, and assists residents with state government issues.
STATE ASSEMBLY (40TH DISTRICT)
  • Al Barlas
    • Next Election: November 2027
  • Christopher DePhillips
    • ​​Next Election: November 2027
Represents Legislative District 26 in the New Jersey General Assembly. Introduces and votes on state laws and works with residents on issues involving state programs and services.
ESSEX COUNTY GOVERNMENT
​Officials representing West Caldwell residents in the county government.
county executive
  • Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
    • Next Election: November 2026
Serves as the chief executive of Essex County government. Oversees county departments, proposes the county budget, and carries out policies adopted by the County Commissioners.
County clerk
  • Christopher J. Durkin
    • Next Election: November 2030
Maintains important public records for Essex County. Oversees property records, passports, election materials such as vote-by-mail ballots, and serves as secretary to the county governing body.
County sherriff
  • Amir D. Jones
    • Next Election: November 2025
Leads the Essex County Sheriff’s Office. Oversees courthouse security, inmate transport, service of legal documents, and other county law enforcement responsibilities.
County surrogate
  • Alturrick Kenney
    • Next Election: November 2028
Serves as the judge of the Essex County Surrogate’s Court. Oversees probate of wills, estate administration, and guardianships, and handles certain adoption matters.
County Register of Deeds and Mortgages
  • Juan M. Rivera
    • Next Election: November 2029
Maintains official records for real estate and property transactions in Essex County. The office records deeds, mortgages, and other documents related to property ownership.
county commissioner
  • Brendan W. Gill, At Large
  • Romaine Sermons, At Large
  • Pat Sebold, At Large
  • Wayne Richardson, At Large
  • Leonard Luciano, District 4
    • ​​Next Election: November 2026
Serves on the Essex County Board of County Commissioners. Helps set county policy, approve the county budget, and oversee services such as parks, roads, and regional programs.
WEST CALDWELL GOVERNMENT
Officials representing our municipal government.
MAYOR
  • Joseph Tempesta
    • Next Election: November 2026
Serves as the chief elected official of West Caldwell. Presides over Township Council meetings, represents the township, and signs ordinances and resolutions adopted by the Council.
TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
  • Joseph Cecere 
    • ​Next Election: November 2028
  • Stephen Wolsky 
    • ​Next Election November 2028
  • Michael Crudele 
    • ​Next Election November 2027
  • Robert Schott 
    • ​Next Election November 2027
  • Michael Docteroff 
    • ​Next Election November 2026
  • Kathy Canale 
    • ​Next Election November 2026
Serves on the Township Council, which passes local laws, approves the municipal budget, and oversees township services and policies.
This guide is provided by the West Caldwell Democratic Committee to help residents understand who represents our community.
​Updated: March 2026

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