Council Member in Bergen, New Jersey

2026 Primary Election

• Anthony Caiafa — Candidate for Council Member in Franklin Lakes, NJ

  Anthony Caiafa is a Republican candidate seeking a council seat in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. He is participating in the June 2026 primary election, where he is one of four candidates vying for two available council positions. The primary serves as the initial step for candidates to secure a spot on the November general election ballot for contested local races within Bergen County.

• Gregory R. Gorra — Candidate for Council Member in Franklin Lakes, NJ

  Gregory R. Gorra is a Republican candidate seeking a Council seat in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. He is participating in a contested June primary election, where he is one of four candidates vying for two available council positions. No further information regarding his professional background, policy positions, or motivations for running is available in the provided search results.

• Gail A. Kelly — Incumbent Councilwoman in Franklin Lakes, NJ

  Gail A. Kelly, a Franklin Lakes resident, is a Republican Councilwoman elected to the Franklin Lakes Town Council in 2021. She is deeply engaged in her community, serving as President of the Franklin Lakes Newcomers & Neighbors Club and Library Board Foundation, and contributing to local foundations and youth organizations like the Girl Scouts and Lions Club. Kelly also holds the Vice Presidency of the Franklin Lakes Republican Club. With three decades of experience as a telecommunications director, she holds a BA in Business Communication and a New Jersey Broker’s License. Married with nine children, she previously ran for Franklin Lakes Mayor in 2022, campaigning on integrity.

• Ari Donio — Incumbent Elementary School Board President and Member in Franklin Lakes, NJ

  Ari Donio is seeking a council seat in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, running in the upcoming June 2 primary election. He is campaigning on an alternative "Republicans for Franklin Lakes" GOP line, aiming to succeed council President Gary Sheppard, who is not seeking another term. Donio brings a strong background in local governance, currently serving as the president and a two-term member of the borough's elementary school board, demonstrating his commitment to community service.