Cranbury Township Elects Lisa Knierim as Mayor for 2025 During Reorganization Meeting

During the Cranbury Township reorganization meeting, Lisa Knierim was elected as mayor for the year 2025. The meeting included the swearing-in of two new township committee members, Robert Christopher and Iman Ali, as well as the appointment of various positions within the township’s commissions. Knierim expressed gratitude for her election and emphasized her commitment to serving the residents alongside her fellow committee members.

Knierim’s election as mayor was supported by a roll call vote following her nomination. In her remarks, she reflected on her personal connection to Cranbury. Knierim thanked the outgoing mayor for her service and humorously mentioned her intention to continue the tradition of not using the ceremonial gavel.

The meeting also saw the swearing-in of Robert Christopher and Iman Ali as township committee persons. Both pledged to support the constitutions of the United States and New Jersey and to impartially perform their duties to the best of their abilities.

In addition to the mayoral and committee appointments, several positions within the township’s commissions were filled. These included appointments to the Environmental Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Library Board of Trustees, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Board, and the Shade Tree Commission. Some positions remain vacant.

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