Township Government

Mayor & Council

West Caldwell has a Mayor-Council form of government with the Mayor elected for a four year term, and the six Council members elected for 3 year terms. There are six standing committees of the Township Council and each Council member chairs one of the committees. While the Mayor and Council members serve part-time, they pride themselves that they, and all Township officials, are responsive to the needs of the residents. Questions or comments for any of them should be directed to the Municipal building at 226-2300.

Mayor

Joseph Tempesta, Jr.

Council President

Richard C. Otterbein

Council

Dominick J. Aiello                    Richard C. Norgard

Rosemarie M. Sutherlin             Joseph  P. Cecere

William E. Payne

Click here for photos of the Mayor and Council

The six standing committees of the Council are listed below.

  Chairman Vice Chairman Member
    Parks & Recreation Aiello Sutherlin Otterbein
    Legal & Personnel Norgard Payne Cecere
    Public Works  Payne Cecere Norgard
    Finance & Welfare Sutherlin Otterbrein Aiello
    Public Safety Otterbein Aiello Sutherlin
    Water Cecere Norgard Payne

The Township Council generally convenes the first and third Tuesday evenings of the month. All meetings begin at 7:15 pm with a conference session followed by a regular public portion at 7:30 pm. During the regular public portion of the meeting, business is transacted and public comment is welcome. At the conclusion of the regular portion, the conference session may be continued. All meetings are open to the public. Schedules of the Council meetings can be obtained from the office of the Township Clerk (973-226-2300).

rev. 01/07/08