Meet The Candidate: Barbara Rojas

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — There’s more on the line in New Jersey in November than just the Governor’s seat. All seats in the State Senate and State Assembly are up for grabs, as well. In Gloucester Township, the Mayor’s seat and three council seats are up for grabs.

However, before the general elections on Nov. 7, Primary Day arrives on June 6. While only four Republicans filed to run in this year’s elections, eight Democrats have thrown their hats into the ring.

Each day for the next two weeks, Gloucester Township Patch will run candidate profiles for the Democrats running in this year’s primaries. Patch sent each candidate the same questions, and their responses are posted here, with minor edits for grammar and spelling. Check out each one, then head to the voting booth to make an informed decision on June 6.

Up Next: Gloucester Township Council Candidate Barbara Rojas

Why are you running for Gloucester Township Council?

I am running for council because I want to see a change. I believe a regular person knows the needs and will be on top of it better than a politician.

Have you ever held a public elected office? If yes, please name the governing body (school board, township council, fire commissioner) and years of service.

I have not ever held a public elected office.

Why do you feel you are qualified to serve as a member of the Gloucester Township Council?

I feel I am qualified to serve as a member of the GT Council because I have been a resident for 10 years and have seen the decline in GT and want to see a better GT.

What is the biggest issue facing Gloucester Township? How do you feel the issue should be addressed by Council?

The biggest issue facing GT are the high taxes. This should be addressed by Council by looking at the budget and making adjustments.

What do you feel is Gloucester Township's biggest asset at this time? How would you exploit that asset to the township's benefit?

I believe GT’s biggest asset at this time is its diversity. We have all nationalities and classes and live as one. I would exploit this asset to the township benefit by sharing how we can all live together in peace and harmony.

How do you plan to balance spending and revenue in tough economic times?

I plan to balance spending and revenue in tough economic times by looking over the budget and seeing where we can get better deal, like with health insurance.

Do you feel the current Council is effective? Why or why not? Where do you think the governing body could improve?

I feel the current council has done some good, but the most part they have not been there for the residents. The governing body could improve by being there for the residents and being transparent.

The attached image of Barbara Rojas was posted on the Gloucester Township Has A Sweet Choice Facebook page.