Closter Borough Council · Nov 3, 2026

Linda
Albelli

Linda Albelli is running for Closter Borough Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.

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Background

About: Linda Albelli, a Closter councilwoman from 2001 to 2006, leads the Closter Senior Citizens Club. Her campaign says she co-chairs the Closter 9/11 Memorial Committee and worked more than 40 years as an editorial coordinator with Pearson Higher Education.
How the press groups them: New Jersey Globe reports that Democrats nominated Linda Albelli and Steven J. Spoto for council, with Dolores Witko running for mayor. New Jersey Globe
Campaign website: www.movingclosterforward.com

The sample ballot lists John C. Glidden Jr., Christopher Cho and Monica Jethani in the Republican column and Dolores A. Witko, Linda Albelli and Steven J. Spoto in the Democratic column. Bergen County Clerk · Nov 3, 2026

On the record: Linda Albelli

3 sourced

01Budget and taxes1 sourced position

Witko, Albelli & Spoto campaign
The Democratic slate's site pledges responsible budgeting and careful financial planning.
Every tax dollar should be spent wisely, transparently, and with the best interests of Closter residents in mind.”
Own statementWitko, Albelli & Spoto campaign (Moving Closter Forward): Our Priorities Link

02Seniors, parks and downtown1 sourced position

Witko, Albelli & Spoto campaign
The Democratic slate's site pledges to expand programs for seniors, invest in parks and recreation, and support local businesses and the downtown.
Own statementWitko, Albelli & Spoto campaign (Moving Closter Forward): Our Priorities Link

03Voter guide1 sourced position

Had not responded to the League of Women Voters VOTE411 candidate questionnaire as of October 20, 2026.
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)Link

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