Candidate Forums Planned In Montclair For 2026 Election

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Get ready for some local politics in Montclair.

This November, residents will vote in two local races: town council and board of education. A pair of candidate forums are planned ahead of the 2026 election.

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Here's what to know about each event:

TOWN COUNCIL – A candidate forum will take place for councilor at-large candidates on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The event is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. at Montclair Fire Department headquarters, 1 Pine Street. Seating is limited, and advance registration is required (register online here).

BOARD OF EDUCATION – A candidate forum will take place for board of education candidates on Wednesday, Oct. 21. The event is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. at the Glenfield Middle School auditorium, 25 Maple Avenue. Registration is not required. Learn more here.

One at-large seat is available on the Montclair Town Council. The candidates are: Mariana Horta, Toni Martin, and Kyle Porro. The winner will fill a vacancy left by William Harrison, who was appointed as a temporary replacement for Carmel Loughman last year.

There are also three seats available on the Montclair Board of Education. The candidates are: David Moon, Richard Reynics, Corey Pierson, Brandie Bookhart, George Simpson, Andrew Gideon, and Ayelet Haran.

>> READ MORE: Here's Who Is On The Ballot In Montclair This Year

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