Emerson Borough Council · Nov 3, 2026
Venessa
Manzano
Venessa Manzano is running for Emerson Borough Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · Borough Council
- 01Julia Guttilla
- 02Venessa ManzanoYou’re reading
- 03Ashley RiceIncumbent
- 04Michael TimmermanIncumbent
Background
- About
- Venessa Manzano has worked in fundraising at a New York academic research institution for more than 15 years. She has lived in Emerson for more than 13 years, according to Pascack Press.
- Party
- Venessa Manzano entered the race after Jose Organ, who won the Democratic primary in June, withdrew his candidacy. New Jersey GlobeCity issues often split differently from national party lines. Compare their positions.
- How the press groups them
- Pascack Press reports Joseph Solimando III heads a Democratic ticket with council candidates Julia Guttilla and Venessa Manzano. Pascack Press · Oct 16, 2026
Venessa Manzano entered the race after Jose Organ, who won the Democratic primary in June, withdrew his candidacy. New Jersey Globe
The official sample ballot lists Danielle DiPaola and Joseph Solimando III for mayor, and Michael Timmerman, Ashley Rice, Julia Guttilla and Venessa Manzano for two council seats. Bergen County Clerk · Nov 3, 2026
On the record: Venessa Manzano
3 sourced01Development1 sourced position
The Team Solimando platform lists stopping reckless overdevelopment as its first priority.
Protect Emerson’s character by pursuing thoughtful planning that puts residents and the long-term needs of our community first.”
Own statementTeam SolimandoLink
02Spending1 sourced position
The Team Solimando platform lists stopping wasteful spending and identifying practical efficiencies as a priority.
Own statementTeam SolimandoLink
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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