Morris Township Committee

What this office does

A member of the township committee, the governing body in New Jersey's township form of government. The 3 or 5 members are elected at large and hold both legislative and executive power; each year they choose one of themselves as mayor to chair the committee.

Candidates

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Also on Morris County ballots

• Boonton Town Council - Ward 1
• Boonton Town Council - Ward 2
• Boonton Town Council - Ward 3
• Boonton Town Council - Ward 4
• Boonton Township Committee
• Butler Borough Council
• Butler Borough Mayor
• Chatham Borough Council
• Chatham Township Committee
• Chester Borough Council
• Chester Borough Mayor
• Chester Township Council
• Dover Town Council - Ward 1
• Dover Town Council - Ward 2
• Dover Town Council - Ward 3
• Dover Town Council - Ward 4

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Quick answers

What are the results so far?

Unofficial count as of Nov 7, 10:22 a.m. ET, with 23 of 23 precincts reporting: Stephanie Lyon (Democrat) 6,275 (30.5%), Jeremy B. Godwin (Democrat) 6,272 (30.5%), George Talarico (Republican) 4,075 (19.8%), Joscelin Grizzetti (Republican) 3,971 (19.3%). From the official election results site (results.enr.clarityelections.com). This race fills 2 seats; the top 2 vote-getters are elected. SpectrumVote doesn't call races; results are official only once the state certifies them.

Who is running for Morris Township Committee in 2026?

George Talarico (Republican), Joscelin Grizzetti (Republican), Stephanie Lyon (Democrat), Jeremy B. Godwin (Democrat), John Biehl (Republican) and Samantha G. Rothman (Democrat).

What does this office do?

A member of the township committee, the governing body in New Jersey's township form of government. The 3 or 5 members are elected at large and hold both legislative and executive power; each year they choose one of themselves as mayor to chair the committee.

Who should I vote for in the Morris Township Committee race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.