Meet The Candidate: Sam Prince For Cranford Committee

CRANFORD, NJ — Sam Prince, a marketing and technology operations leader and Cranford resident, is running for Township Committee, saying he wants to improve communication between local government and residents while focusing on long-term planning for the town’s future.

Prince is running alongside Dennis Miller on the Republican ticket in this year’s Township Committee race.

Below is the candidate profile for Prince.

Name: Sam Prince

Age: 38

Town of residence: Cranford

Position sought: Township Committee Commissioner

Party affiliation: Republican

Family: Wife Belinda, one son Gus, and a second son expected in July

Education: Oklahoma City University

Occupation: Marketing and technology operations leader

Previous or current elected or appointed offices held: None

Campaign website: millerprinceforcranford.com

Why I'm running:
I’m running for office because I care deeply about Cranford and the future of our community. My wife and I are raising our sons here because we value our neighborhoods, small businesses, and the people who make this town special. I want to help preserve Cranford’s character through thoughtful, long-term planning and leadership that listens to residents and includes them in shaping our future.

What is the most important issue you would like to address if elected?
One of my top priorities would be improving communication and transparency between local government and residents. Whether it’s development, infrastructure, traffic, or community projects one example: the pools, residents deserve to be informed and heard before decisions are made. I would also focus on fiscal responsibility and ensuring town spending reflects the best interests of Cranford residents.