James M. Folkerts

Where they are running

• Oakland Jurisdiction
• Local offices on the New Jersey ballot
• New Jersey

Also running

• Frank E. Furbacher Jr. Independent
• Ryan Schwertfeger Republican
• Russell Talamini Republican

Where they stand

Fiscal responsibility: Folkerts and Furbacher will scrutinize municipal spending, challenge budget-cap-exceedance ordinances, and pursue cost containment and efficiency measures to reduce the financial burden on homeowners.

Independent leadership: They will evaluate each issue based on what is best for Oakland residents rather than following political parties, political organizations, or predetermined voting blocs.

Public participation: They support restoring a second public-comment period so residents can respond after hearing council discussion and debate.