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Union County, New Jersey

Elizabeth City Council, Sixth Ward

Mazza and Holder are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Union County election filings.

About this race

Incumbent Democrat Frank Mazza, who has served on the council since 2006 (and previously from 1984 to 1996), faces independent Janei Holder; no Republican filed, per New Jersey Globe, the Union County Clerk's certified candidate list, and the City of Elizabeth's council roster.

What this office does

City council member. The council is the city's legislative body. It adopts the city budget and tax rate, passes ordinances on zoning, public safety, utilities and local services, and hires the city manager where the charter provides one. Members may represent a district or the whole city.

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Frank O. Mazza

Democratic

Biography

Mazza first won a seat on the Elizabeth City Council in 1984, served 12 years, and returned to the council in 2006, per New Jersey Globe. No campaign website was found as of September 8, 2026.

Janei Holder

Independent

Biography

Janei Holder appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Elizabeth City Council, Sixth Ward, per the county elections office's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 8, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Janei Holder.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Elizabeth City Council, Sixth Ward in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Elizabeth City Council, Sixth Ward on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Frank O. Mazza and Janei Holder. Candidate information follows official Union County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Elizabeth City Council, Sixth Ward election in New Jersey?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for New Jersey are on the New Jersey election hub at theballotbrief.com.

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