Linden Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Derek Armstead

Candidate for Mayor (incumbent)

10 candidates · 5 seats4 sourced positions

Derek Armstead, the incumbent, is running for mayor of Linden in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Carlos A. Rivas.

Early voting begins (through Nov. 1) · Sat, Oct 24, 2026

Mayor of Linden, first elected in 2014; represented the Fourth Ward on City Council for 21 years.

Where Derek Armstead stands: positions on the record

Flooding and infrastructure1 sourced position

Named flooding and storm preparation his top priority and said he would seek outside funding to replace aging underground pipes.
“seek county, state and federal funding to replace aging underground pipes”
Own statementTAPinto Linden · Sep 30, 2026

Transparency and resident input1 sourced position

Proposed a Mayor's Listening Tour in all ten wards.
“I want to build on that work with a Mayor’s Listening Tour in all ten wards.”
Own statementTAPinto Linden · Sep 30, 2026

Taxes and spending1 sourced position

Said the city's 2026 budget reduced spending while maintaining services.
“Our 2026 budget reduced spending by more than $7 million while maintaining city services.”
Own statementTAPinto Linden · Sep 30, 2026

Development1 sourced position

Cited the former General Motors site, now Legacy Square Mall, as land returned to productive use.
“The former vacant General Motors site is now Legacy Square Mall.”
Own statementTAPinto Linden · Sep 30, 2026

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