Election Day is nearly here. Mary O’Connor and Chrissa Stulpin are ideal candidates for Cranford’s most urgent needs for common sense solutions to stem overdevelopment, mitigate tax increases, and instill consistent transparency in government. I have known them both over the years and found that their everyday and long-term actions speak much louder than words.

Mary O’Connor can relate and knows the struggles of raising a family on her own. Widowed when her daughter was a baby, Mary also made the effort to be a lifelong volunteer in town. She has accumulated encyclopedic knowledge over the years to successfully address the challenges we Cranford residents face today.

Chrissa Stulpin has also poured herself into volunteer work to serve Cranford residents over the past two decades, since she and her husband chose Cranford as a home where they would start and raise their family. Chrissa is dedicated to government integrity, guided by a strong moral compass. Her ‘hard work’ values run deep, as does her commitment to Cranford residents, and Cranford residents alone.

Mary O’Connor and Chrissa Stulpin are both open-minded and respectful of hearing every resident. Then carefully considering all points and making what they believe is the best decision for our community.

I am delighted we have these two wonderful candidates to choose this Election Day. Please join me in voting for Mary O’Connor and Chrissa Stulpin for Cranford Township Committee on Election Day, November 8. Or vote by mail before then.