FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers about the candidate, the office, and the November 3, 2026 Berkeley Heights election.
Who is Edmund “Tom” Maciejewski?
Edmund "Tom" Maciejewski is a Berkeley Heights resident and a candidate for Berkeley Heights Township Council in the November 3, 2026 election. His background is in engineering, technology, and finance, and he has a long public record of following local government closely. See the About page for the sourced record.
What office is he running for, and how many seats are open?
He is running for Berkeley Heights Township Council. Two of the six Council seats are on the November 3, 2026 general-election ballot. Council members serve staggered three-year terms.
When is the 2026 Berkeley Heights election?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls in New Jersey are open 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.. Early in-person voting runs Saturday, October 24 through Sunday, November 1, 2026, and any registered voter can vote by mail. Details and official links are on the Vote page.
How do I register to vote or vote by mail in Berkeley Heights?
The voter-registration deadline for the November 2026 general election is Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Register or check your status at the NJ Division of Elections, request a mail-in ballot through the Union County Clerk, and find your polling place at the NJ polling place search. Always confirm current deadlines with the Union County Clerk.
What party is he running with?
He is on the Republican line on the ballot. The campaign itself is deliberately local: Berkeley Heights decisions, public records, and practical oversight. Republicans, independents, and Democrats who want a more careful local government are all welcome — judge the work, not the label.
What are his top priorities for Berkeley Heights?
The public issue areas are responsible growth, fiscal discipline, infrastructure basics, open local government, public safety, and independent local leadership. Detailed positions will be published with source-backed articles as they go public.
Where does he stand on New Jersey's affordable-housing requirements?
New Jersey is in the Fourth Round of affordable-housing obligations, covering 2025–2035. Berkeley Heights' obligation was fixed by court order in April 2025. The detailed campaign position will be published with the related source-backed article.
What is a PILOT agreement?
A PILOT ("payment in lieu of taxes") is a long-term property-tax exemption a town council can grant a developer in a redevelopment area. Detailed views on local tax agreements will be published with the related source-backed article.
How can I volunteer, get a lawn sign, or get campaign updates?
Visit the Get Involved page, email tom@tomfortown.com, or call 908-830-3305.