Hailey Cruz Batista

About this race

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.

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

About Hailey Cruz Batista

School counselor. Perth Amboy native and graduate of the city's public schools who works as a school counselor at the Dual Language School and received a 2020-21 governor's educator award. Sits on the City Council and previously served on the Zoning Board of Adjustment and as recording secretary of the Planning Board.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Maintain public safety
• Improve neighborhood quality of life
• Stabilize the city's tax base
• Support local businesses and responsible redevelopment
• Expand open space and recreation for families

Summarized in our words from source 1, source 2, source 3, source 4, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

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We haven't found a campaign site or candidate questionnaire for Hailey Cruz Batista yet. What they say they'll focus on is listed above.

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Also running

• Jose Amarante · Republican
• Maria E. Rodriguez · Republican
• Aaron Yunes · Republican
• Milady Tejeda · Democrat
• Kenneth L. Gonzalez · Democrat

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Quick answers

What party is Hailey Cruz Batista?

Hailey Cruz Batista is running as a Democrat.

Is Hailey Cruz Batista the incumbent?

Yes. Hailey Cruz Batista currently holds this office.

What does the Perth Amboy 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 Hailey Cruz Batista running against?

Jose Amarante, Maria E. Rodriguez, Aaron Yunes, Milady Tejeda and Kenneth L. Gonzalez, for Perth Amboy City Council (Middlesex County).

Should I vote for Hailey Cruz Batista?

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