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New Jersey · Spotlight county · Nov. 3, 2026

Bergen County, NJ

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15 days to Election Day
Early voting starts Saturday, Oct. 24.Hours that day: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Only eligible, registered voters may vote. Who can vote in New Jersey. Hours checked Oct. 4, 2026 from official sources.

Every race and candidate on the Bergen County ballot, from official lists.

For voters in Hackensack, Teaneck, Fort Lee, Paramus, Fair Lawn, Englewood, Garfield, Mahwah, Ridgewood, Lodi and the rest of Bergen County's 70 towns. Some races depend on where you live; your official sample ballot shows exactly which ones are yours.

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Before you vote

15 days to Election Day
Early voting starts Saturday, Oct. 24.Hours that day: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Only eligible, registered voters may vote. Who can vote in New Jersey. Hours checked Oct. 4, 2026 from official sources.

Key Dates

October 13, 2026Voter registration deadline
Oct 24 – November 1, 2026Early voting in person
October 27, 2026Last day to apply for a mail-in ballot by mail
November 3, 2026Election Day (polls open 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.)

Source: New Jersey Division of Elections

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Federal

U.S. Senate is on every ballot; Bergen County is split between U.S. House Districts 5 and 9
2026 General Election · 6-year term

U.S. Senate

One of New Jersey's two members of the U.S. Senate. Senators vote on federal laws, confirm federal judges and cabinet officials, and approve treaties.

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2026 General Election · 2-year term

U.S. House of Representatives, District 5

A member of the U.S. House of Representatives for one congressional district. House members vote on federal laws and must start all tax and spending bills. Only voters in this district vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 2-year term

U.S. House of Representatives, District 9

A member of the U.S. House of Representatives for one congressional district. House members vote on federal laws and must start all tax and spending bills. Only voters in this district vote in this race.

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Bergen County

On every Bergen County ballot
2026 General Election · 4-year term

Bergen County Executive

The elected head of Bergen County government. The county executive runs county departments, proposes the county budget and can veto actions of the Board of County Commissioners.

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2026 General Election · 5-year term

Bergen County Clerk

Runs Bergen County's elections paperwork, including ballots and candidate filings, and keeps county records.

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2026 General Election · 5-year term

Bergen County Surrogate

Handles wills, estates, guardianships and adoptions in Bergen County.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Bergen County Commissioner

A member of the Bergen County Board of County Commissioners, which sets the county budget and runs county services such as roads, parks and the jail.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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Town Races

Only in the towns listed; Englewood ward seats depend on your ward
2026 General Election

Allendale Council

A seat on the Allendale governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Allendale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Allendale Mayor

The mayor of Allendale. Only Allendale voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Alpine Council

A seat on the Alpine governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Alpine voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 2-year term

Alpine Council, Unexpired 2-Year Term

A seat on the Alpine governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Alpine voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Alpine Mayor

The mayor of Alpine. Only Alpine voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Bergenfield Council

A seat on the Bergenfield governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Bergenfield voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Bogota Council

A seat on the Bogota governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Bogota voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Carlstadt Council

A seat on the Carlstadt governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Carlstadt voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Cliffside Park Council

A seat on the Cliffside Park governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Cliffside Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Closter Council

A seat on the Closter governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Closter voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Closter Mayor

The mayor of Closter. Only Closter voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Cresskill Council

A seat on the Cresskill governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Cresskill voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Demarest Council

A seat on the Demarest governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Demarest voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 1-year term

Demarest Council, Unexpired 1-Year Term

A seat on the Demarest governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Demarest voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Demarest Mayor

The mayor of Demarest. Only Demarest voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Dumont Council

A seat on the Dumont governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Dumont voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

East Rutherford Council

A seat on the East Rutherford governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only East Rutherford voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Edgewater Council

A seat on the Edgewater governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Edgewater voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Elmwood Park Council

A seat on the Elmwood Park governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Elmwood Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Emerson Council

A seat on the Emerson governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Emerson voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Emerson Mayor

The mayor of Emerson. Only Emerson voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Englewood Cliffs Council

A seat on the Englewood Cliffs governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Englewood Cliffs voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Englewood Council, Ward 2

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Englewood governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Englewood voters in Ward 2 vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Englewood Council, Ward 4

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Englewood governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Englewood voters in Ward 4 vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Fairview Council

A seat on the Fairview governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Fairview voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Fort Lee Council

A seat on the Fort Lee governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Fort Lee voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Franklin Lakes Council

A seat on the Franklin Lakes governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Franklin Lakes voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Franklin Lakes Mayor

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

The mayor of Franklin Lakes. Only Franklin Lakes voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Glen Rock Council

A seat on the Glen Rock governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Glen Rock voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Harrington Park Council

A seat on the Harrington Park governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Harrington Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Hasbrouck Heights Council

A seat on the Hasbrouck Heights governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Hasbrouck Heights voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Haworth Council

A seat on the Haworth governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Haworth voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 1-year term

Haworth Council, Unexpired 1-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Haworth governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Haworth voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Haworth Mayor

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

The mayor of Haworth. Only Haworth voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Hillsdale Council

A seat on the Hillsdale governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Hillsdale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Ho-Ho-Kus Council

A seat on the Ho-Ho-Kus governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Ho-Ho-Kus voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Leonia Council

A seat on the Leonia governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Leonia voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Little Ferry Council

A seat on the Little Ferry governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Little Ferry voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 3-year term

Lyndhurst Board of Commissioners, Unexpired 3-Year Term

A seat on the Lyndhurst governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Lyndhurst voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Mahwah Council

A seat on the Mahwah governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Mahwah voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 4. 4 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Maywood Council

A seat on the Maywood governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Maywood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 2-year term

Maywood Council, Unexpired 2-Year Term

A seat on the Maywood governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Maywood voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Midland Park Council

A seat on the Midland Park governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Midland Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Montvale Council

A seat on the Montvale governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Montvale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Moonachie Council

A seat on the Moonachie governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Moonachie voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Moonachie Mayor

The mayor of Moonachie. Only Moonachie voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

New Milford Council

A seat on the New Milford governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only New Milford voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

New Milford Mayor

The mayor of New Milford. Only New Milford voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

North Arlington Council

A seat on the North Arlington governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only North Arlington voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

North Arlington Mayor

The mayor of North Arlington. Only North Arlington voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Northvale Council

A seat on the Northvale governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Northvale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Northvale Mayor

The mayor of Northvale. Only Northvale voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Norwood Council

A seat on the Norwood governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Norwood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Oakland Council

A seat on the Oakland governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Oakland voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Old Tappan Council

A seat on the Old Tappan governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Old Tappan voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Oradell Council

A seat on the Oradell governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Oradell voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Palisades Park Council

A seat on the Palisades Park governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Palisades Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Palisades Park Mayor

The mayor of Palisades Park. Only Palisades Park voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Paramus Council

A seat on the Paramus governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Paramus voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Paramus Mayor

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

The mayor of Paramus. Only Paramus voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Park Ridge Council

A seat on the Park Ridge governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Park Ridge voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Ramsey Council

A seat on the Ramsey governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Ramsey voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Ramsey Mayor

The mayor of Ramsey. Only Ramsey voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Ridgefield Council

A seat on the Ridgefield governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Ridgefield voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Ridgewood Council

A seat on the Ridgewood governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Ridgewood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

River Edge Council

A seat on the River Edge governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only River Edge voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

River Vale Council

A seat on the River Vale governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only River Vale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 2-year term

River Vale Council, Unexpired 2-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the River Vale governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only River Vale voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

River Vale Mayor

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

The mayor of River Vale. Only River Vale voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Rochelle Park Township Committee

A seat on the Rochelle Park governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Rochelle Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Rockleigh Council

A seat on the Rockleigh governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Rockleigh voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Rockleigh Mayor

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

The mayor of Rockleigh. Only Rockleigh voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Rutherford Council

A seat on the Rutherford governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Rutherford voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Saddle Brook Council

A seat on the Saddle Brook governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Saddle Brook voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Saddle Brook Mayor

The mayor of Saddle Brook. Only Saddle Brook voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Saddle River Council

A seat on the Saddle River governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Saddle River voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

South Hackensack Township Committee

A seat on the South Hackensack governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only South Hackensack voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Teaneck Council

A seat on the Teaneck governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Teaneck voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 4. 4 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Tenafly Council

A seat on the Tenafly governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Tenafly voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Teterboro Council

A seat on the Teterboro governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Teterboro voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 5. 5 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Upper Saddle River Council

A seat on the Upper Saddle River governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Upper Saddle River voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Waldwick Council

A seat on the Waldwick governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Waldwick voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Wallington Council

A seat on the Wallington governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Wallington voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 2-year term

Wallington Council, Unexpired 2-Year Term

A seat on the Wallington governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Wallington voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election

Westwood Council

A seat on the Westwood governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Westwood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Wood-Ridge Council

A seat on the Wood-Ridge governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Wood-Ridge voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Woodcliff Lake Council

A seat on the Woodcliff Lake governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Woodcliff Lake voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election

Wyckoff Township Committee

A seat on the Wyckoff governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Wyckoff voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired 1-year term

Wyckoff Township Committee, Unexpired 1-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Wyckoff governing body, which passes local laws and the municipal budget. Only Wyckoff voters vote in this race.

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School Boards

Nonpartisan; depends on your town. Regional high school seats are listed by town.
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Allendale Board of Education, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Allendale Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Allendale voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Alpine Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Alpine Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Alpine voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Bergenfield Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Bergenfield Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Bergenfield voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Bogota Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Bogota Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Bogota voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired term

Carlstadt Board of Education, 1-Year Unexpired Term

A seat on the Carlstadt Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Carlstadt voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired term

Carlstadt Board of Education, 2-Year Unexpired Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Carlstadt Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Carlstadt voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Carlstadt Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Carlstadt Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Carlstadt voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Closter Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Closter Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Closter voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Cresskill Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Cresskill Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Cresskill voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired term

Demarest Board of Education, 2-Year Unexpired Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Demarest Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Demarest voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Demarest Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Demarest Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Demarest voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Dumont Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Dumont Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Dumont voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

East Rutherford Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the East Rutherford Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only East Rutherford voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Edgewater Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Edgewater Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Edgewater voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired term

Elmwood Park Board of Education, 1-Year Unexpired Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Elmwood Park Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Elmwood Park voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Elmwood Park Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Elmwood Park Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Elmwood Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Emerson Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Emerson Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Emerson voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Englewood Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Englewood Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Englewood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Englewood Cliffs Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Englewood Cliffs Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Englewood Cliffs voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired term

Fair Lawn Board of Education, 1-Year Unexpired Term

A seat on the Fair Lawn Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Fair Lawn voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Fair Lawn Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Fair Lawn Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Fair Lawn voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Fort Lee Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Fort Lee Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Fort Lee voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Franklin Lakes Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Franklin Lakes Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Franklin Lakes voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Glen Rock Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Glen Rock Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Glen Rock voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Hackensack Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Hackensack Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Hackensack voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Harrington Park Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Harrington Park Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Harrington Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Hasbrouck Heights voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Haworth Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Haworth Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Haworth voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Hillsdale Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Hillsdale Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Hillsdale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Ho-Ho-Kus voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Leonia Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Leonia Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Leonia voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Little Ferry Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Little Ferry Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Little Ferry voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Lyndhurst Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Lyndhurst Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Lyndhurst voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Mahwah Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Mahwah Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Mahwah voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Maywood Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Maywood Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Maywood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Montvale Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Montvale Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Montvale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Moonachie Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Moonachie Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Moonachie voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

New Milford Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the New Milford Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only New Milford voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

North Arlington Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the North Arlington Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only North Arlington voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Northvale Board of Education, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Northvale Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Northvale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired term

Norwood Board of Education, 1-Year Unexpired Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Norwood Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Norwood voters vote in this race.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Norwood Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Norwood Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Norwood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Oakland Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Oakland Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Oakland voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Old Tappan Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Old Tappan Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Old Tappan voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Oradell Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Oradell Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Oradell voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Palisades Park Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Palisades Park Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Palisades Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Paramus Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Paramus Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Paramus voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Park Ridge Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Park Ridge Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Park Ridge voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Ramsey Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Ramsey Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Ramsey voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Ridgefield Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Ridgefield Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Ridgefield voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Ridgefield Park Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Ridgefield Park Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Ridgefield Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Ridgewood Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Ridgewood Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Ridgewood voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · Unexpired term

River Edge Board of Education, 2-Year Unexpired Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the River Edge Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only River Edge voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

River Edge Board of Education, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the River Edge Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only River Edge voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

River Vale Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the River Vale Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only River Vale voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Rochelle Park Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Rochelle Park Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Rochelle Park voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Rutherford Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Rutherford Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Rutherford voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Saddle Brook Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Saddle Brook Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Saddle Brook voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Saddle River Board of Education, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Saddle River Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Saddle River voters vote in this race.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

South Hackensack Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the South Hackensack Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only South Hackensack voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Teaneck Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Teaneck Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Teaneck voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Tenafly Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Tenafly Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Tenafly voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Upper Saddle River Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Upper Saddle River Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Upper Saddle River voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Waldwick Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Waldwick Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Waldwick voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Wallington Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Wallington Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Wallington voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 3. 3 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Wood-Ridge Board of Education, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Wood-Ridge Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Wood-Ridge voters vote in this race.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Woodcliff Lake Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Woodcliff Lake Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Woodcliff Lake voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · Unexpired term

Wyckoff Board of Education, 2-Year Unexpired Term

A seat on the Wyckoff Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Wyckoff voters vote in this race.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Wyckoff Board of Education, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Wyckoff Board of Education, which sets school policy and the budget and hires the superintendent. The race is nonpartisan. Only Wyckoff voters vote in this race.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Becton Regional Board of Education, Carlstadt Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Becton Regional Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Carlstadt, and only Carlstadt voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Becton Regional Board of Education, East Rutherford Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Becton Regional Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents East Rutherford, and only East Rutherford voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Northern Highlands Regional High School Board of Education, Allendale Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Northern Highlands Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Allendale, and only Allendale voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Northern Highlands Regional High School Board of Education, Upper Saddle River Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Northern Highlands Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Upper Saddle River, and only Upper Saddle River voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, Closter Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Closter, and only Closter voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, Demarest Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Demarest, and only Demarest voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, Harrington Park Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Harrington Park, and only Harrington Park voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Race details
2026 General Election · Unexpired 2-year term

Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, Northvale Seat, 2-Year Unexpired Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Northvale, and only Northvale voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Pascack Valley Regional High School Board of Education, Hillsdale Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Pascack Valley Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Hillsdale, and only Hillsdale voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Pascack Valley Regional High School Board of Education, Montvale Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Pascack Valley Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Montvale, and only Montvale voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Race details
2026 General Election · 3-year term

Pascack Valley Regional High School Board of Education, Woodcliff Lake Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Pascack Valley Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Woodcliff Lake, and only Woodcliff Lake voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School Board of Education, Oakland Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Oakland, and only Oakland voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School Board of Education, Wyckoff Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Wyckoff, and only Wyckoff voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Race details
2026 General Election · Unexpired 1-year term

River Dell Regional Board of Education, Oradell Seat, 1-Year Unexpired Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the River Dell Regional Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Oradell, and only Oradell voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

River Dell Regional Board of Education, Oradell Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the River Dell Regional Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Oradell, and only Oradell voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

River Dell Regional Board of Education, River Edge Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the River Dell Regional Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents River Edge, and only River Edge voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Westwood Regional School Board of Education, Washington Township Seat, 3-Year Term

A seat on the Westwood Regional School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Washington Township, and only Washington Township voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

Vote for up to 2. 2 seats are on the ballot.

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2026 General Election · 3-year term

Westwood Regional School Board of Education, Westwood Seat, 3-Year Term

Unopposed Only one candidate is certified for this race.

A seat on the Westwood Regional School Board of Education, the regional school district that serves several towns. This seat represents Westwood, and only Westwood voters vote in this race. The race is nonpartisan.

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Ballot Measures

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Dumont · Public Question Number 1

Keep the winter overnight street parking ban (advisory)

Official ballot wording

Shall the Borough of Dumont retain Section 21-5(A) of the Borough Code, which prohibits parking on Borough streets between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. from October 15 through April 15 of the following year?

Choices: Yes / No

A YES vote (Yes): Tells the mayor and council you favor keeping the ban on parking on borough streets from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m., Oct. 15 to April 15. The vote is advisory and does not bind the council.

A NO vote (No): Tells the mayor and council you favor changing the ordinance to allow overnight parking on borough streets in those months. The vote is advisory and does not bind the council.

From the official explanatory statement: Section 21-5(A) of the Dumont Borough Code currently prohibits parking on Borough streets between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. from October 15 through April 15 each year. This public question is advisory only and is intended to determine voter sentiment regarding whether this seasonal overnight parking restriction should remain in effect. The results of this vote are non-binding upon the Mayor and Council. A vote of “YES” would indicate to the Mayor and Council that you are in favor of keeping the current ordinance, and in favor of prohibiting parking on Borough streets from October 15th through April 15th between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. A vote of “NO” would indicate to the Mayor and Council that you are not in favor of the current ordinance and in favor of changing the ordinance to allow for overnight parking on Borough streets from October 15th through April 15th between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. Your vote will influence, but not bind the Borough of Dumont Mayor and Council to the majority vote.

Your choice:

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Franklin Lakes · Public Question

Consider an annual bow-hunting deer cull for three years (non-binding)

Official ballot wording

Should the Borough consider conducting a deer cull by bow and arrow annually for three years for the purpose of managing the deer population?

Choices: Yes / No

A YES vote (Yes): Tells the borough you favor considering a deer management program using professional bow hunters, once a year for three years. The vote is non-binding.

A NO vote (No): Tells the borough you oppose considering a bow-hunting deer cull. The vote is non-binding.

From the official explanatory statement: This public question asks whether the Borough should consider establishing a deer management program to address issues associated with the deer population within the Borough. The program would provide for a deer cull by use of controlled bow and arrow hunting by professional bow hunters, which is a management technique approved by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Supporters contend that deer management may reduce vehicle collisions, damage to vegetation, and impacts on local ecosystems. Opponents contend that lethal management methods are unnecessary or objectionable and that nonlethal alternatives should be used. This public referendum is non-binding.

Your choice:

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New Milford · Municipal Public Question No. 1

Continue the open space, recreation and historic preservation trust fund (non-binding)

Official ballot wording

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Shall the Borough of New Milford continue the "New Milford Open Space, Recreation, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund" pursuant to Chapter 24 of the Public Law of 1997, funded through property tax assessments to be determined annually by the governing body of the Borough of New Milford, but at a rate not to exceed one cent per $100 of total municipal equalized real property valuation to provide monies for the following purposes to be determined by the governing body of the municipality only after at least one public hearing thereon:

a. Acquisition of lands for recreation and conservation purposes;

b. Development of lands acquired for recreation and conservation purposes;

c. Maintenance of lands acquired for recreation and conservation purposes;

d. Acquisition of farmland for farmland preservation purposes;

e. Historic preservation of historic properties, structures, facilities, sites, areas, or objects, and the acquisition of such properties, structures, facilities, sites, areas, or objects for historic preservation purposes;

f. Payment of debt service on indebtedness issued or incurred by a municipality for any of the purposes set forth in subparagraphs (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) or (g);

g. Blue Acres projects.

Choices: Yes / No

A YES vote (Yes): Tells borough officials you favor continuing the trust fund, paid for by a property tax of up to 1 cent per $100 of equalized valuation (about $10 per $100,000). The vote is non-binding.

A NO vote (No): Tells borough officials you do not favor continuing the trust fund. The vote is non-binding.

From the official explanatory statement: Approval of this non-binding measure will give the elected officials of the Borough of New Milford the sentiment of the voters concerning the continuation of a Trust Fund in which the Borough of New Milford will retain these funds to acquire land, improve recreation facilities, and preserve historic areas throughout the Borough, and to assist the municipality to acquire and improve outdoor recreational facilities. If approved, the Borough of New Milford may annually raise up to one cent per $100 of total Borough equalized property valuation each year to fund this Trust. At the maximum rate, property owners will be contributing $10 to the Trust Fund per $100,000 of assessed value. Funds generated through such means, and the interest or other income earned on monies deposited into the Trust Fund, shall be used only for the purposes of the Trust Fund.

Your choice:

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Oradell · Ballot Question

Raise the school tax levy by $73,118.42 a year for an armed school officer

Official ballot wording

Should the Oradell Public School District permanently increase the local annual school tax levy by $73,118.42 to fund an armed Special Law Enforcement Officer (SLEO) at Oradell Public School, including coverage by a substitute officer during the SLEO's absences? The funding would be in addition to the amount needed to operate the District's educational program and meet the New Jersey Student Learning Standards.

Choices: Yes / No

A YES vote (Yes): Permanently raises the Oradell school tax levy by $73,118.42 a year to fund one armed Special Law Enforcement Officer at Oradell Public School, plus a substitute when needed. The district estimates about a 0.49% increase in school taxes for an average home.

A NO vote (No): The extra school tax for an armed officer is not approved.

From the official explanatory statement: A "Yes" vote authorizes the Oradell Board of Education to permanently increase the local school tax levy by $73,118.42 to fund one armed Special Law Enforcement Officer (SLEO) assigned to Oradell Public School. The funding will cover the officer's salary, required payroll taxes, and the cost of providing a qualified substitute officer whenever the assigned SLEO is unavailable due to illness or other temporary absences. This will help ensure consistent coverage throughout the school year. The Borough of Oradell will cover training and equipment costs for the SLEO and any substitute officer assigned. For a home assessed at the Oradell Borough average, the estimated annual increase in school taxes would be approximately .49%.* A "No" vote means the additional funding would not be approved, and the District would not be authorized to increase taxes for this purpose. *Based on the proposed 2026-2027 school tax levy.

Your choice:

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Park Ridge · Public Question

Continue the open space, recreation and historic preservation trust fund (binding)

Official ballot wording

Shall the Borough of Park Ridge continue the Open Space, Recreation and Historic Preservation Trust Fund to preserve the character of Park Ridge, through an annual levy of up to 0.007 per $100 of assessed valuation of real property for the purposes of protecting drinking water supplies and water quality in ponds and streams; conserving natural areas; developing, maintaining and acquiring lands for recreation and conservation, including the improvement of recreational facilities; and preserving and acquiring historic properties, with spending based on recommendations of a citizens oversight committee and all funds subject to annual audit.

Choices: Yes / No

A YES vote (Yes): Continues the existing trust fund with a yearly levy of up to 0.007 per $100 of assessed value. The borough estimates the average owner pays about $33 a year. Spending is advised by a citizens committee and audited each year.

A NO vote (No): The trust fund and its levy are not continued.

From the official explanatory statement: This binding referendum will authorize the maintaining and continuing of the existing Municipal Open Space Trust Fund. The Municipal Open Space Trust Fund was previously approved by the voters of the Borough of Park Ridge on November 2, 2021, and therefore the approval of this referendum would not create a new tax burden on the residents of Park Ridge but simply continue and extend the previously approved Municipal Open Space Tax. This will permit Park Ridge to continue its Open Space, Recreation and Historic Preservation Trust Fund with an annual levy of up to 0.007 cents per $100 of assessed real property value. The average owner would pay $33 per year, or approximately $2.75 per month, ensuring continued support for the Municipal Open Space Trust Fund and the community projects it finances, unless Park Ridge voters choose to modify or repeal the fund through a future referendum. Funds can be used only for the development, maintenance, and acquisition of lands for recreation and land and water conservation purposes, and historic preservation. An oversight committee of local citizens will continue to advise the Borough on how funds should be spent. Every year there would be a public audit of all expenditures. The funds would enable Park Ridge to leverage matching grants from the county and state.

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Tenafly · Binding Question

Continue the open space trust fund for up to 10 years (binding)

Official ballot wording

Shall the Borough of Tenafly continue its Open Space Trust Fund which will be funded in the following manner for the following purposes:

A. The Open Space Trust Fund shall be funded through the collection of local property taxes in an amount of one cent ($.01) per one hundred ($100.00) dollars of assessed value per year for a period not to exceed ten (10) years, unless a proposition extending the same is approved by the voters.

B. These funds shall be designated for the acquisition of lands for recreation and conservation purposes and the development of lands acquired for such purposes.

C. If no lands are available for acquisition for these purposes, then the monies in said fund shall be used for other recreation, conservation, or historic preservation purposes as may be permitted by law, to be determined following a public hearing.

Choices: Yes / No

A YES vote (Yes): Continues the open space tax at 1 cent per $100 of assessed value for up to 10 years, used to buy and develop land for recreation and conservation. The borough estimates about $78.50 a year for an average home.

A NO vote (No): The open space trust fund tax is not continued.

From the official explanatory statement: This binding referendum will extend the Open Space Trust Fund that had been approved by binding referendum on November 8, 2005. This fund collects a special municipal tax, the proceeds of which would be used for the acquisition and development of lands for recreation and conservation purposes. The tax would be collected for ten (10) years, and then expire, unless extended by approval of such a proposition by public vote. As an example, the owner of a house assessed at $785,000 (the Borough’s average) would pay an additional tax of approximately $78.50 per year for a period of ten (10) years. The total amount the tax would yield each year, depending on the total valuation of all homes in Tenafly, would be approximately $390,000 each year. If land is not available for acquisition for recreation or conservation purposes, then the monies in the fund would be used for recreation, conservation or historic preservation purposes as permitted by law after a public hearing.

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Wyckoff · Public Question

Continue the municipal open space trust fund

Official ballot wording

Shall the Township of Wyckoff continue, maintain, and fund the existing Municipal Open Space Trust Fund through the collection of an annual tax levy in an amount not to exceed $0.01 (1 cent) per $100 of assessed valuation, to be used for: (1) Acquisition of lands for recreation and conservation purposes; (2) Development and maintenance of lands acquired for recreation and conservation purposes; (3) Acquisition of farmland for farmland preservation purposes; (4) Historic preservation of historic properties, structures, facilities, sites, areas, or objects, and the acquisition and maintenance of such properties, structures, facilities, sites, areas, or objects for historic preservation purposes; (5) Payment of debt service on indebtedness issued or incurred for such purposes; and (6) Blue Acres projects?

Choices: Yes / No

A YES vote (Yes): Continues the township's open space trust fund with a yearly levy of up to 1 cent per $100 of assessed value (about $486,930 a year at the full rate). It stays in effect until voters change or repeal it.

A NO vote (No): The open space trust fund levy is not continued.

From the official explanatory statement: This referendum would authorize the continuation of the Township of Wyckoff Municipal Open Space Trust Fund through the collection of an annual tax levy in an amount not to exceed $0.01 (1 cent) per $100 of assessed valuation. The proceeds of the Trust Fund may be used for open space acquisition and preservation, recreational and conservation purposes, farmland preservation, historic preservation, Blue Acres projects, and related debt service costs. The Trust Fund has been utilized by the Township to preserve and maintain open space, parks, athletic fields, recreational facilities, and historic properties, including the Zabriskie House and the Larkin House. The Township currently preserves and maintains approximately 152.04 acres of open space, including the approximately 21.04-acre former Maple Lake property acquired during the last five years. The authorization approved by this referendum shall remain in effect unless and until modified or repealed by future public referendum. Based upon the 2026 Tax List, the estimated annual revenue generated by the levy at the full 1 cent authorization would be approximately $486,930 annually.

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Where and When to Vote

Early voting in person

Saturday, Oct. 24, to Sunday, Nov. 1. Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Any Bergen County voter may use any of the 10 early voting sites. Early voting sites can differ from your Election Day polling place.

  • Jack Alter Community Center
    1355 Inwood Terrace, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 · Map
  • Nutrition Center & Senior Citizens Building
    480 Midland Avenue, Garfield, NJ 07026 · Map
  • County Administration Building, 5th Floor Public Meeting Room
    One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, NJ 07601 · Map
  • Bergen County Law & Public Safety Institute, Room 201/202
    281 Campgaw Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430 · Map
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  • Bergen Community College, Technology Building
    400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652 · Map
  • River Vale Community Center
    48 Greenhalgh Lane, River Vale, NJ 07675 · Map
  • Richard Rodda Center
    250 Colonial Court, Teaneck, NJ 07666 · Map
  • Tice Senior Center
    411 Chestnut Ridge Road, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 · Map
  • Wood-Ridge Senior Citizen Center
    495 Highland Avenue, Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075 · Map
  • Wyckoff Public Library, Shotmeyer Room
    200 Woodland Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481 · Map

Source: Bergen County Clerk, early voting locations.

Election Day

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., at your assigned polling place.

Registration deadlines

  • Register by Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026 (21 days before the election).
  • Register online, by mail or in person. Check your registration at vote.nj.gov.

Vote by mail

  • Any registered voter may vote by mail. Apply so it arrives by Tuesday, Oct. 27; you can apply in person at the County Clerk's office until 3 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2.
  • Return your ballot by mail postmarked by 8 p.m. on Election Day (it must arrive within six days), or put it in a county drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

ID

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Official links

Bergen County Clerk, Elections Division: 201-336-7020, electionsclerk@bergencountynj.gov, One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, NJ 07601.

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