Clifton City Board of Education (Passaic County)

What this office does

Governs the local public school district. Sets the school budget and local school taxes, hires and oversees the superintendent, and approves curriculum, school calendars and policies.

Candidates

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Also on Passaic County ballots

• Clifton City Board of Education (Unexpired 1-Year Term)

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Quick answers

Who is running for Clifton City Board of Education (Passaic County) in 2026?

Joseph Canova, Tanya Suarez, Evelyn Estrict Barnes and Joseph Siano.

Who is the incumbent?

Joseph Canova, Tanya Suarez and Joseph Siano currently holds this office.

What does this office do?

Governs the local public school district. Sets the school budget and local school taxes, hires and oversees the superintendent, and approves curriculum, school calendars and policies.

Who should I vote for in the Clifton City Board of Education (Passaic County) 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.