Politics & Government

Election Day In West Deptford: Who's On The Ballot, Where To Vote

Here's what you need to know with every seat in the State Legislature and a host of local positions at stake.

It won't be long until West Deptford residents head to the polls for the 2023 general election.
It won't be long until West Deptford residents head to the polls for the 2023 general election. (Patch Media)

WEST DEPTFORD, NJ — It won't be long until Collingswood residents head to the polls for the 2023 general election.

Election Day is Nov. 7, with every seat in the State Legislature and a host of local positions throughout New Jersey at stake.

Registered voters in New Jersey also have several ways to cast their ballots before Election Day. Voting by mail is already underway, and in-person early voting will run from Oct. 28 to Nov. 5.

Find out what's happening in West Deptfordfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Here's what to know about the upcoming election.

The Rundown

Who's On The Ballot?

  • State Senate: In the 3rd Legislative District, which includes West Deptford, State Sen. Edward Durr, a Republican, will face Democratic challenger John J. Burzichelli.
  • General Assembly: Thomas J. Tedesco, Jr. and Assembly Member Bethanne McCarthy Patrick represent the GOP slate. The Democratic challengers are Heather Simmons and Dave Bailey, Jr.
  • Gloucester County Board of Commissioners: With three seats available, the Democratic ticket includes Jim Jefferson, Matt Weng and Joann Gattinelli. The Republican slate features James R. Philbin, Jr., Adam Wingate and Heather Flaim.
  • Gloucester County surrogate: Democrat Joe Chila faces Republican Sam Maccarone.
  • West Deptford Township Committee: Mayor James P. Mehaffey and Deputy Mayor Adam P. Reid are running unopposed as Democrats.
  • West Deptford Board of Education: Five candidates are running for three available seats. The "PARENTS NOT POLITICIANS" ticket includes Matthew Dechen, Daniel Grazioli and Lindsey Krautwald. Robert Jones (slogan of "FOR BETTER EDUCATION") and Steven Bagge round out the ballot.

Find out what's happening in West Deptfordfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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