Mayor Nick Sacco today formally announced his intention to run for re-election to continue serving the residents of North Bergen in the upcoming May nonpartisan election. Mayor Sacco said he has made “a tremendous impact on the Township through his unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for residents.”

“It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve the residents of North Bergen as Mayor. During my time in office, I have worked tirelessly to improve our community in areas such as education, infrastructure, recreation and public safety, all while keeping property taxes stable to keep our community affordable,” said Sacco. “I am proud of the progress that we have made together, but even more excited about North Bergen’s future.”

Two new candidates will appear on Mayor Sacco’s ticket this election, as Commissioner Frank Gargiulo recently announced his retirement from elected office, and Commissioner Julio Marenco is running for State Assembly. They are:

• Hudson County Commissioner Chairman (And Hudson County Democratic Committee Chair) Anthony Vainieri, a lifelong North Bergen resident and local business owner who has worked tirelessly to improve James J. Braddock Hudson County Park to deliver more services for residents.
• Board of Education Trustee Claudia Rodriguez, who if elected will be North Bergen’s first Latina Commissioner and who has worked alongside Mayor Sacco for many years in his Senate district office responding to constituent concerns and helping residents.

Vainieri and Rodriguez will be running alongside Mayor Sacco, Commissioner Hugo Cabrera and Commissioner Allen Pascual. 

“I am thrilled to welcome these talented and dedicated individuals to our team. Commissioner Vainieri has done excellent work for North Bergen on the County level, most notably in improving Braddock Park, and Claudia Rodriguez will make history as our first Latina Commissioner. I look forward to working with both Anthony and Claudia as well as the other Commissioners to keep delivering progress for North Bergen,” said Sacco.

Sacco said he has a proven track record of delivering results for North Bergen residents, and throughout his time in office has led the effort to improve the quality of local schools, invest in infrastructure, and enhance public safety in the community. Under his leadership North Bergen has become one of the safest and most vibrant communities in the state of New Jersey.

“North Bergen is a strong and vibrant community, and a great place to live, work, and raise a family. I am running for re-election to ensure that it remains that way for generations to come,” said Sacco. “I am eager to continue working with residents and community leaders to make North Bergen an even better place to call home.”

Mayor Sacco’s self-professed dedication to the community has earned him recognition and respect from residents, businesses, and community organizations. He is known for his approachable and personable nature, as well as his ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals. A respected member of the community and a committed public servant, Mayor Sacco is also a proud husband, father, and grandfather who values the importance of family.

Sacco’s re-election campaign will focus on building on the progress that has been made, he said, while also addressing new challenges that have arisen in recent years. He is committed to working closely with residents, businesses and community organizations to create a brighter future for North Bergen, keeping the community both safe and affordable.