By KATHY CHANG
Staff Writer
MONROE — Blaise Dipierro will serve the one-year unexpired term for the Ward 2 seat on the Township Council.
Dipierro, a Democrat, recorded 4,575 votes in the election on Nov. 8 over Republican challenger Martin Herrmann, who received 3,745 votes.
Dipierro was appointed in January to fill the position vacated by Gerald Tamburro when he became mayor.
He said during his campaign that the challenges that lie ahead demand experienced and responsible leadership, especially balancing the township’s taxes with services of police, EMS, parks, recreation teams, senior activities and open space management.
Dipierro said he believes that continuing to provide a safe and financially sound community is the highest responsibility an elected official has.
“I will continue to work with the mayor and council to maintain one of the lowest municipal tax rates in Middlesex County by controlling our municipal spending and demanding efficient management of our municipal departments,” he said. “Monroe Township has been recognized as one of the safest communities in the country, and as a retired law enforcement officer, I am proud to stand with our police department as they serve and protect our residents.”
Contact Kathy Chang at kchang@gmnews.com.
