FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CLIFTON, NJ — October 22, 2026 — Clifton City Council candidate Tafari Anderson, Ballot #12, is calling on residents to take an active role in shaping Clifton’s future by participating in the November 3 municipal election and supporting a distinctly conservative approach to fiscal responsibility, public safety, affordability, and accountable local government.
“Clifton is our home, and its future belongs to the people who live here,” Anderson stated. “We cannot afford to remain on the sidelines while rising costs, aging infrastructure, flooding concerns, and development pressures affect our neighborhoods. It is time for residents to get engaged and make their voices heard.”
Anderson is campaigning on six priorities designed to strengthen Clifton:
- Clean, Safe, Affordable Community: Support law enforcement, neighborhood safety, and improvements to residents’ quality of life.
- Stabilize Taxes: Pursue grants, disciplined budgeting, and responsible municipal spending to reduce pressure on taxpayers.
- DOGE-Style Financial Oversight: Review expenditures, strengthen transparency, and demand accountability for every taxpayer dollar.
- Improved Recreation and Senior Programs: Expand opportunities for families, young people, and senior citizens.
- SMART Infrastructure Development: Address flooding, roads, drainage, and aging infrastructure through responsible long-term planning.
- Neighborhood Economic Stability: Support local businesses, responsible development, and strong neighborhoods.
“Conservative government means respecting taxpayers, protecting families, maintaining essential services, and making decisions based on results,” Anderson added. “Our City Council must put Clifton residents first.”
Anderson is encouraging residents to become informed about the candidates, discuss local issues with neighbors, participate in community conversations, and exercise their right to vote.
Important 2026 Voting Dates and Deadlines
Early In-Person Voting: October 24 – November 1, 2026
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Registered Clifton voters may vote at any designated Passaic County early voting center.
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Polls open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Voters should report to their assigned Election Day polling location.
Vote-by-Mail Deadlines
- October 27: Deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot by mail.
- October 30: Electronic application deadline for eligible military and overseas civilian voters.
- November 2, by 3:00 PM: Deadline to apply in person for a mail-in ballot at the County Clerk’s office.
- November 3, by 8:00 PM: Deadline to deposit completed mail-in ballots in an authorized secure drop box or deliver them to the County Board of Elections.
- November 9: Final receipt deadline for properly postmarked mail-in ballots mailed by Election Day, subject to applicable election rules.
Early Voting Locations — Passaic County
Clifton voters may choose any of the following designated early voting centers:
| Municipality | Voting Center and Address |
|---|---|
| Clifton | Clifton Public Library, Media Room, 292 Piaget Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011 |
| Haledon | Haledon Recreation Building, 83 Roe Street, Haledon, NJ 07508 |
| Hawthorne | Louis Bay 2nd Library Community Center, 345 Lafayette Avenue, Hawthorne, NJ 07506 |
| Passaic | Passaic City Hall, 330 Passaic Street, Passaic, NJ 07055 |
| Paterson | Heritage Center at Alexander Hamilton, 685 East 34th Street, Paterson, NJ 07504 |
| Paterson | Paterson Fire Department Headquarters, 300 McBride Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07501 |
| Wanaque | Passaic County Community College, Wanaque Campus, 500 Union Avenue, Haskell, NJ 07420 |
| Wayne | Wayne Main Library, 461 Valley Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 |
| West Milford | West Milford Township Library, 1470 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480 |
| Woodland Park | Boys & Girls Club, 2 Memorial Drive, Woodland Park, NJ 07424 |
Clifton Mail-In Ballot Drop Boxes
- Clifton City Hall: 900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013. Front entrance, next to the tax drop box.
- Clifton Community Recreation Center: 1232 Main Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011. Sidewalk in front of the building.
Both locations accept ballots through 8:00 PM on November 3, 2026.
Election Day Polling Locations
Election Day polling places are assigned according to each voter’s election district. Residents should consult their official sample ballot or verify their assigned location through the New Jersey Division of Elections: New Jersey Division of Elections.
For additional county election information, visit Passaic County Votes.
A Call to Action: Save Clifton
“Save Clifton is more than a campaign slogan,” Anderson concluded. “It is a commitment to safe neighborhoods, affordable living, fiscal responsibility, responsible development, and a government that works for its residents. Whether you vote early, by mail, or on Election Day, your participation matters. On November 3, let us make our voices heard and help build a better future for Clifton.”
Tafari Anderson — Candidate for Clifton City Council — Ballot #12
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Media Contact:
Media Team
Phone: 201-888-4846
Email: AndersonforClifton@Gmail.com
Website: https://AndersonforClifton.com
Paid for by Friends for Tafari Anderson.