Borough Council in Monmouth, New Jersey

2026 Primary Election

• Marian Croak — Vice President of Engineering in Fair Haven, NJ

  Marian Croak is a distinguished American engineer renowned for her pioneering work in Voice over IP (VoIP) technology, holding over 200 patents from her decades at Bell Labs and AT&T. Since 2014, she has served as Vice President of Engineering at Google. Inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2022, Croak is a resident of Fair Haven, New Jersey. She is seeking election to the Fair Haven Borough Council in the 2026 primary election as a Democratic candidate, aiming to bring her extensive experience and innovative spirit to local governance.

• Christopher Rodriguez — Candidate for Borough Council in Fair Haven, NJ

  Christopher Rodriguez is a Democrat deeply rooted in Fair Haven, New Jersey, known for his commitment to public service and community improvement. He began his tenure on the Fair Haven Borough Council in 2017, serving multiple terms and eventually becoming Council President. His motivation for entering local politics stemmed from a desire to enhance community infrastructure, particularly roads and curbs. Beyond his elected roles, Rodriguez is active in various volunteer initiatives, including Cub Scouts, recreational sports, and Arbor Day events. He also serves as a trustee for the Monmouth Conservation Foundation, championing open space preservation. Currently, he is a Municipal Co-Chair for the Fair Haven Democratic Organization and is a candidate for City Council in the 2026 election.

• Kristen A. Hoey — Managing Director in Fair Haven, NJ

  Kristen Hoey, a former Fair Haven Councilwoman, is running for Borough Council. She has a strong record of public service, having served as liaison to Parks & Recreation, Police, Fire & OEM, and the Library Board. During her previous council term, she delivered major projects like the police station and Community Center renovations, achieving substantial cost avoidance, and led improvements in recreation and public safety initiatives. Professionally, Hoey brings executive leadership experience from Citigroup and Point72 Asset Management, and currently advises CEOs as a Managing Director at CRA Admired Leadership. She remains active on the Planning Board and Library Board of Trustees, focusing on essential services and community well-being.

• Brian W. Olson — Incumbent Borough Council Member in Fair Haven, NJ

  Brian W. Olson is an incumbent member of the Fair Haven Borough Council, currently serving a term from 2024 to 2026. He is running for re-election in the 2026 Primary as a Republican candidate. Olson also serves as a Community Liaison and is a member of the Environmental Commission and Shade Tree Commission. His platform emphasizes addressing the specific needs of Fair Haven residents, without distraction from state or national political issues. He has been involved in local legislative efforts, including amendments to land development regulations to clarify restaurant definitions.