Lafayette Township Committee (Sussex County)

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.

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Quick answers

Who is running for Lafayette Township Committee (Sussex County) in 2026?

Lisa Carlson (Republican), Joshua Aikens (Republican), Amy Lehne (Democrat) and Bill Ruhnke (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 Lafayette Township Committee (Sussex 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.