Petra N. Gaskins

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Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

3 candidates ran for New Brunswick City Council (Middlesex County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. New Brunswick voters.

About Petra N. Gaskins

Chief of staff to State Senator Joseph Cryan. Gaskins was sworn onto the New Brunswick City Council on January 2, 2023. She previously was director of outreach for Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman and an aide to Governor Phil Murphy, and holds a B.A. from Rider University.

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• Rebecca H. Escobar · Democrat
• Matthew B. Ferguson · Democrat

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What party is Petra N. Gaskins?

Petra N. Gaskins is running as a Democrat.

Is Petra N. Gaskins the incumbent?

Yes. Petra N. Gaskins currently holds this office.

What does the New Brunswick City Council seat do?

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

Who is Petra N. Gaskins running against?

Rebecca H. Escobar and Matthew B. Ferguson, for New Brunswick City Council (Middlesex County).

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