Haledon Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Michael
Johnson
Michael Johnson, the incumbent, is running for mayor of Haledon in the Nov 3, 2026 election, unopposed.
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Background
- About
- Mayor of Haledon, with a term that expires December 31, 2026.
- On the ballot as
- Democratic
Michael Johnson is unopposed for mayor. Passaic County Clerk · Nov 3, 2026
On the record: Michael Johnson
4 sourced01Public service1 sourced position
Described public service as helping people and following up to make sure they get guidance and support, when sworn in as mayor in January 2023.
For me, getting involved and helping others not only means that I point people in the right direction, but that I follow up with them to make sure they receive the proper guidance, support and assistance”
Own statementTAPinto Hawthorne · Jan 5, 2023Link
02Immigration enforcement1 sourced position
as recorded in the meeting minutes; not a direct quote
Said in August 2026 that he had been in contact with the federal delegation about ICE concerns and that the borough does not interfere with federal operations.
Own statementBorough of Haledon · Aug 13, 2026Link
03Open meetings1 sourced position
as recorded in the meeting minutes; not a direct quote
Said in September 2026 that the new dais system lets the borough stream its monthly meetings and that he hopes this encourages residents to attend.
Own statementBorough of Haledon · Sep 10, 2026Link
04Cannabis dispensary1 sourced position
as recorded in the meeting minutes; not a direct quote
Said in April 2026 that the council was considering the dispensary resolution because a court had overturned the Planning Board's decision.
Own statementBorough of Haledon · Apr 9, 2026Link
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