John Bussanich

John Bussanich is a candidate for Council Primary Election in 2026 in Bergen, New Jersey.

Incumbent Councilman in Fairview, NJ

Also running: Stephen Burke.

John Bussanich currently serves as a Councilman for the Borough of Fairview, having been appointed on November 30, 2025, to complete an unexpired term that concludes on December 31, 2026. A dedicated member of the Democratic party, he also holds the position of 5th district county committee member. Before joining the Council, he served on the Planning Board, resigning to assume his current role. He is a parishioner of Our Lady of Grace Church. As a council member, Bussanich is actively involved in several standing committees for 2026, including Police, Elections, Fire & Water, Public Works, Personnel, Rent Leveling, OEM, and Municipal Alliance, demonstrating a broad engagement in community affairs.