Meet Our Democratic Candidates

Councilman Joe Wojtecki, 1st Ward

Joe WojteckiJoseph Wojtecki is the First Ward Councilman on Hawthorne’s Borough Council who frequently serves as watchdog for the entire borough. Whether the issue is controlling the borough’s spending, protecting our parks, or improving recreation opportunities, Wojtecki has served the Council with one goal in mind – the betterment of Hawthorne.

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Michael Lawrence, 2nd Ward Council Candidate

Mike LawrenceMichael Lawrence is running for council in Hawthorne’s 2nd Ward. A lifelong resident of Hawthorne, Mike wants to give back to the community that’s given him so much. He and his wife, Farah, reside at 93 Washington Avenue.

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Nadia Jass, 3rd Ward Council Candidate

Nadia JassNadia Jass is running for the 3rd Ward Council seat. A prominent local businesswoman, she is the proprietor of Hawthorne Coffee Company. Nadia resides at 102 Horizon Terrace.

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Shyanne Douma, 4th Ward Council Candidate

Nadia JassShyanne Douma is the Democratic candidate for council in the 4th Ward. She is a new mom, with an eye on the future of Hawthorne. She and her husband, Steven, reside at 103 Utter Avenue with their daughter.

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