Candidate Profile: Mark Melillo for Bernardsville Mayor (Sponsored)

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Patch had a chance to talk with Mark Melillo, who is a candidate for the Mayor of Bernardsville 2022. For more information about Melillo's campaign, please visit mayormark2022.com.

Patch: How long have you been a part of this community?
Mark Melillo: I have lived in Bernardsville for 50 years.

Patch: What attracted you to the line of work you’re in, and how did you get started?
Melillo: As many of you know, there has been a lot of debate around the possibility of a redevelopment initiative for downtown Bernardsville. As Mayor, I am committed to maintaining Bernardsville’s small-town feel as we look to enhance the community’s unique charm for years to come. This is an important issue to address in the upcoming election and this is only one of the reasons I have decided to run for office. Based on my experience and proven local leadership, I believe that we can work together to achieve common goals and facilitate outcomes that will benefit our residents, local businesses and the community as a whole.

Patch: If you had to sum up your mayoral mission to a stranger in five words, what would those words be?
Melillo: Building A Better Bernardsville Together.

Patch: What’s the most satisfying part of running for mayor?
Melillo: As I meet each resident going door to door and the outpouring of love I have received from them along the way. I enjoy all the unique personal stories they share about their hometown of Bernardsville.

Patch: How would you say your campaign distinguishes itself from the others?
Melillo: Our campaign is committed to listening to everyone so each resident has an equal voice and is provided full transparency.

Patch: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given when it comes to success?
Melillo: My campaign slogan "Together We Can" represents my winning formula, which is giving everyone dignity and respect along the way because all opinions and viewpoints matter.

Patch: Do you have any events coming up in your community?
Melillo: I am excited to be hosting an open forum interview at the Bernardsville Public Library on October 25th at 6pm EST. All residents are welcome. More information at www.MayorMark2022.com.

More from Mark Melillo: Now more than ever Bernardsville needs a visionary leader who can get things done by proactively collaborating with governing bodies, civic organizations, and community members through an accessible, transparent, and open-door governing style. Please visit us at www.mayormark2022.com.