Millburn Celebrates Big Milestones With New Mayor, Council Members

MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Township Committee swore in two members for 2026 at their meeting this week. A new mayor was also chosen – marking several milestones for the town.

On Tuesday, the town committee held a swearing-in ceremony for Michael Cohen and Jamie Serruto.

Cohen, a Democrat, and Serruto, a Republican, each emerged victorious in the November general election, edging out Kris Heinrichs and Annette Romano in a close race.

Serruto makes history as the youngest person ever elected to the Millburn Township Committee. He previously set the same record as the youngest elected member of the Millburn Board of Education.

“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the town I love,” Serruto said, thanking his campaign team, family and friends.

“Millburn has given me so much, and I am committed to working hard, listening to residents, and bringing fresh energy and thoughtful leadership to the township committee,” Serruto added.

Cohen also thanked his supporters for helping him to win re-election to the town committee.

“I look forward to yet another productive year of all of us working together to do what’s right for the town,” he said.

NEW MAYOR, DEPUTY MAYOR

The town committee voted for a new mayor at their meeting, choosing Frank Saccomandi to lead the way in 2026.

According to the Millburn Republican Committee, Saccomandi is the first openly gay mayor in the township’s history. He is also the first Republican to serve as mayor since 2016.

The committee also chose a new deputy mayor, David Cosgrove – a Democrat – setting up a bipartisan leadership duo at the head of Millburn’s municipal government.

“I am deeply honored by the trust placed in me by my colleagues and by the residents of Millburn,” Saccomandi said.

“This moment is about moving our township forward together — across party lines — with respect, transparency and a shared commitment to serving our community,” Saccomandi said.

“These milestones are about more than party affiliation,” agreed Jean Pasternak, chair of the Millburn Republican Committee. “They reflect Millburn’s willingness to embrace capable leadership, respect diverse perspectives and work across party lines.”

Watch video footage from the Jan. 6 reorganization meeting here, or view it below.

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