Bloomfield Mayor Throws Hat Into Ring For NJ Assembly: 2023 Election

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The mayor of Bloomfield has officially thrown his hat into the ring for a seat in the New Jersey Assembly.

Earlier this week, Michael Venezia announced that he is running for the assembly in District 34. He will be sharing a slate with Assemblywoman Britnee Timberlake, who is seeking a senate seat, and Carmen T. Morales, a Belleville resident employed as a school principal in Newark.

The redrawn 34th District includes Belleville, Bloomfield, East Orange, Glen Ridge, Nutley and Orange.

“Serving as your mayor for the last 10 years has been one of my life’s greatest honors, so seizing the chance to serve as your representative in Trenton feels like a natural progression not only in my career in public service, but also my dedication to the residents of the town which has nurtured me my whole life,” Venezia said.

He continued:

“Bloomfield has not had representation in the State Assembly since Marion Crecco left office in 2001. This is a renewed opportunity for Bloomfield to have a direct voice fighting for us for property tax relief, funding for municipal projects, and improved education system, and to have an advocate to make New Jersey a stronger, fairer place for your family and mine.”

“Thank you for all of your support in the past, now, and into the future,” Venezia concluded.

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