Hillsborough Republicans Endorse Lipani, Cohen In 2021 Election

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Hillsborough Republican Party endorsed incumbent Mayor Shawn Lipani and long-time resident Steven Cohen as their two candidates for the 2021 election.

"We are incredibly fortunate to have such great community-minded, hard-working candidates as Mayor Shawn Lipani and Steven Cohen," said Hillsborough Republican Chairman Ken Scherer. "These two gentlemen have always been willing to serve in some capacity for their community."

Lipani has served on the Hillsborough Township Committee since 2018 and previously served as Deputy Mayor in 2020. He has also served on a number of township boards including Hillsborough Planning Board, Somerset County Planning Board, Hillsborough EDBC, Hillsborough Board of Adjustment, Capital Planning Board, Tree Mitigation, and Youth Services Commission

"I am honored to be afforded the opportunity to run for re-election for Township Committee by the Hillsborough Republican District Committee members. I am also excited to have Steve Cohen as my running mate. I have known Steve for over 20 years as a fellow Rotarian and as an advocate for Hillsborough. Together we will be dedicated to keep Hillsborough the place we all love to call home," said Lipani.

Cohen, who is married with two daughters, currently works as a Facility Manager with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. He has also served with the Hillsborough Rotary Club, Hillsborough Planning Board, and Hillsborough Board of Education.

"I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Hillsborough Republican Party faithful. Growing up, I discovered the joy my Dad had for public service, his love for doing for others and the satisfaction of giving back to his community. Those principles and a dedication to protect the taxpayers as well as maintaining Hillsborough as a 'best community,' are mine as well," said Cohen.

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