Tuesday, November 27, 2012
According to Township Clerk TC Kay, results have been certified.
According to Galloway Township Clerk TC Kay, the Atlantic County Board of Elections has certified the results from the Nov. 6 election, and Jim McElwee will be sworn in as the newest member of Galloway Council. He will be sworn in prior to the council meeting tonight, Nov. 27, 6:30 p.m., at the municipal complex. McElwee defeated John Mooney by an unofficial vote count of 6,964-6,265 in the Nov. 6 election, but the certification of results was delayed due to disruptions in the voting process, caused by Superstorm Sandy. According to Kay, on Tuesday afternoon, she received a call from the Board of Elections stating that results had been certified. The township had not yet received official numbers Tuesday afternoon. McElwee will be sworn …
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
The new Galloway Councilman is able to assume the seat immediately following the special election.
New Galloway Councilman Jim McElwee will be sworn in once the results of Tuesday night's special election are certified by the Atlantic County Board of Elections, Galloway Mayor Don Purdy confirmed Wednesday morning, Nov. 7. McElwee defeated John Mooney by a preliminary vote of 6,964-6,265. Provisional ballots were still to be counted Wednesday morning. Board of Elections officials hoped to have the results certified by Friday, but said there may be a delay because of provisions enacted by Gov. Chris Christie following last week's storm. According to Purdy, if the results are certified by Friday, and McElwee's victory is upheld, he will be sworn in during the council meeting on Monday night, Nov. 12. If the results are not certified by the…
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Republicans have conceded the senatorial seat to incumbent Robert Menendez.
As the ballots pour in from Sandy-ravaged New Jersey, Robert Menendez has emerged victorious in reclaiming his U.S. Senate seat against Republican challenger Joe Kyrillos. With just over half of polling districts reporting, state Republicans have conceded victory to Menendez. The U.S. senator leads 58 percent to 40 percent as of 10:30 p.m., according to CBS News. "Senator Joe Kyrillos ran a great campaign against very tough circumstances and despite the loss, his family, campaign team, and supporters should be very proud of their efforts," New Jersey Republican Chairman Sam Raia said in a statement late Tuesday night. "Joe represents the very best of New Jersey and has fought for his constituents faithfully from the day he took office and …
Monday, November 5, 2012
Township residents go to the polls to vote for council, school board and president, among other important races.
Tuesday, Nov. 6 is the day Galloway Township and Atlantic County voters go to the polls to select candidates for offices, including Board of Education, council and president of the United States. Polls will be open from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. at these locations around the county. Here’s a look at the candidates and the issues voters will decide. Click on select links to learn more about each candidate. Galloway Council (select one to fill an unexpired seat) Incumbent John Mooney (R) Challenger Jim McElwee (D) Galloway Board of Education (select three for full three-year terms) Incumbent Rich Dase Challenger Madeline Avery Challenger David Carmen Challenger Robert W. Criss Challenger Wayne Melnik Challenger Sherri Parmenter Challenger Ersi Tollja …
Galloway Republican Councilman John Mooney faces Democratic challenger Jim McElwee in Tuesday's election.
The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 6, and locally, there is one seat open following the resignation of Councilman Dennis Kleiner over the summer. The race is between Councilman John Mooney, who was appointed in August to fill the seat through the end of the year, and Democratic challenger Jim McElwee. Galloway Patch asked both candidates a series of questions to help Galloway residents get a better idea of each candidate's positions on the issues. Below are the responses from Mooney: Why are you running? I am running for Council because I believe that my years of experience in local government are an asset to Galloway Township in these difficult financial times. I have been encouraged by people in the community to step forward and help …
Jim McElwee is the Democratic challenger in Tuesday's election for Galloway Council.
The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 6, and locally, there is one seat open following the resignation of Councilman Dennis Kleiner over the summer. The race is between Councilman John Mooney, who was appointed in August to fill the seat through the end of the year, and Democratic challenger Jim McElwee. Galloway Patch asked both candidates a series of questions to help Galloway residents get a better idea of each candidate's positions on the issues. Below are the responses from McElwee: Why are you running? I am running for Council in Galloway Township to be part of a Team that will work to move Galloway forward. To find a way to return to financial stability, and still provide services and ensure the Public Safety of its residents. What …
The list of all polling places throughout the county for Tuesday's election, complete with changes.
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Monday, November 5, 2012
ABSECON Ward 1 1-1 United Methodist Church Hall, 111 Pitney Rd 1-2 Municipal Complex, 500 Mill Road 1-3 Municipal Complex, 500 Mill Road Ward 2 2-1 Presbyterian Church, 208 New Jersey Ave 2-2 Absecon Public Library, 305 New Jersey Ave 2-3 St. Eliz. Ann Seton Church, 591 New Jersey Ave ATLANTIC CITY Ward 1 1-1 Uptown Complex, Senior Citizen’s Rm, 325 Madison Ave 1-2 Vermont Plaza Apts, 130 S Vermont Ave 1-3 Price Memorial Church, 525 Atlantic Ave has been changed to the Uptown Complex, 325 Madison Ave 1-4 Uptown Complex, Senior Citizen’s Rm, 325 Madison Ave Ward 2 2-1 Community Haven, 35 S Virginia Ave 2-2 Atlantic City Townhouse, 1330 Mediterranean Ave 2-3 Brigantine Homes Community Rm, 1062 Brigantine Ave Ward 3 3-1 Dr Martin Luther King …
A previous announcement indicated emergency voting will continue until 9 p.m., but it won't.
All voting in Atlantic County ends at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 6, Atlantic County officials clarified Sunday afternoon, Nov. 4. A previous announcement incorrectly stated emergency voting would continue until 9 p.m. All election offices, including the Atlantic County Board of Elections, the county clerk and the superintendent of elections remain open to the public from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Monday, Nov.5, according to a release issued by the county Friday night. On Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, polls will be open from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Voters displaced by Tropical Storm Sandy may vote provisionally at any polling site in the county, but must inform poll workers of their predicament, according to county officials. Vote-by-mail ballots …
Sunday, November 4, 2012
For the first time in history, Galloway Township Board of Education candidates are on the ballot in the November election.
For the first time in history, Galloway Township Board of Education candidates are on the ballot in the November election. The Galloway Township School District has three open seats, each carrying a three-year term. Eight candidates are running for these seats. Galloway Patch asked each candidate the same questions for this year's candidate profiles. Below are the responses from candidate Richard Dase. 1. Why are you running? I am running because I want to help ensure that the children of Galloway Township continue to receive an excellent education. 2. What do you feel are the most pressing issues? The most important issue is to continue to give the children an excellent education and still keep the Galloway taxpayer in mind. 3. What …
For the first time in history, Galloway Township Board of Education candidates are on the ballot in November.
For the first time in history, Galloway Township Board of Education candidates are on the ballot in the November election. The Galloway Township School District has three open seats, each carrying a three-year term. Eight candidates are running for these seats. Galloway Patch asked each candidate the same questions for this year's candidate profiles. Below are the responses from candidate Madeline Avery. 1. Why are you running? I believe that one of the responsibilities and duties of American citizenship to contribute your talents to the service of the community. This is my home and I believe I can contribute my talents and knowledge to the goal of continually improving our educational community. I appreciate the fact that Board members …
Keep Galloway Green
10:02 am on Sunday, November 11, 2012
Why don't Gorman & McElwee try to save the Post Office by getting a grant. Maybe sell more items there & staying open full time 6 days a week. Isn't the old Union out?....They should try to save this service for residents. Isn't Galloway going to get new ratables from their new development projects? Only service left is leaf/branch collection. Closing the Post Office represents failure by this … more ›