Matthew P. Anesh

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Matthew P. Anesh is the Mayor, South Plainfield. Matthew P. Anesh's page: the office they hold, how to reach it and where they stand.

About this race

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 South Plainfield Borough Mayor (Middlesex County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. South Plainfield voters.

About Matthew P. Anesh

Mayor; vice president at a financial services company. Anesh is a lifelong South Plainfield resident who was elected mayor in 2010 after serving on the council from 2005, including as council president in 2010. He holds a B.S. in economics from The College of New Jersey, coaches junior baseball and is a CERT and Planning Board member.

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What party is Matthew P. Anesh?

Matthew P. Anesh is running as a Republican.

Is Matthew P. Anesh the incumbent?

Yes. Matthew P. Anesh currently holds this office.

What does the South Plainfield Borough 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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