By Matthew Sockol
Staff Writer
MILLSTONE – Incumbent Republican Bob Kinsey has won a new three-year term on the Township Committee in Millstone Township.
On Nov. 8, Kinsey retained his seat by receiving 3,671 votes and defeating Democrat Ray Dothard, who received 1,574 votes. The results are unofficial until they are certified by Monmouth County.
In the race for president, Republican Donald Trump outpolled Democrat Hillary Clinton in Millstone Township, 3,706 to 1,834.
Kinsey has been a resident of Millstone since 1994 and a member of the governing body for 12 years. He has served as mayor since 2014. He served as deputy mayor from 2006-10.
Under Millstone’s form of government, voters do not directly elect a mayor. Each January, the members of the Township Committee select a member of the governing body to serve as mayor for the year.
During the campaign, Kinsey said, “The financial issues facing our country, state and municipality will require tough decisions as we move forward and I would like to be able to continue to be a positive influence in crafting workable solutions which benefit our residents while enhancing our quality of life in Millstone Township.
“My background in the financial services industry and experience running complex organizations has provided me with a unique set of skills which allow me to quickly identify the issues, evaluate the alternatives and craft workable solutions,” Kinsey said.
Kinsey said he considers one of the most important issues Millstone will face over the next three years to be finances.
“Finances, without a doubt, will continue to take up a majority of my time as we move forward,” he said. “Operating issues and capital budget issues are ever-changing and nonstop throughout the year.
Republicans hold all five committee seats in Millstone Township.
