James A. Fife

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James A. Fife is the Mayor, Harrison. James A. Fife's page: the office they hold, how to reach it and where they stand.

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The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

1 candidate ran for Harrison Town Mayor (Hudson County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Harrison voters.

About James A. Fife

Mayor of Harrison; retired educator. Mayor of Harrison since February 2014, when the Town Council appointed him after the death of Mayor Raymond McDonough; elected in 2014 and 2018 and sought a third full term in 2022. A Harrison resident since 1966, he taught social studies at Harrison High School and served as its principal from 1982 until retiring 11 years later. Before becoming mayor he was president of the Harrison Board of Education, chaired the Harrison Redevelopment Agency and served on the Hudson County Community College Board of Trustees.

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What party is James A. Fife?

James A. Fife is running as a Democrat.

Is James A. Fife the incumbent?

Yes. James A. Fife currently holds this office.

What does the Harrison Town Mayor seat do?

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

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