Hoboken 4th Ward Councilman Ruben Ramos is backing 1st Ward council candidate Paul Presinzano is the non-partisan December 5th runoff election.
“In considering the challenges faced by the 1st Ward and the 4th Ward, which share Hoboken’s southern border, it is crucial for me to have a colleague on the City Council who will be approachable and prioritize the needs of our residents,” Ramos said in a statement.
“Paul Presinzano is committed to being accessible to the people of Hoboken and being an independent voice on the City Council.”
Ramos also acknowledged that Presinzano lost in 2021 when he ran for council-at-large, but said he did “quite well for a newcomer” and has remained involved ever since, adding that his plans for rat control, affordable housing, and quality of life will help all residents.
He further emphasized that the runoff will likely have even lower turnout than the November 7th election, where Presinzano secured about 48 percent of the vote compared to about 44 percent for Rafi Cordova, the chair of the rent leveling and stabilization board.
“This will be a close election, and every vote will count, so remember to encourage your family and friends to vote for Paul Presinzano as well,” Ramos concluded.
“The runoff election, on an off-date with an expected lower turnout, magnifies the weight of each vote, emphasizing the significant influence residents can have in shaping Hoboken’s future.”
His endorsement comes about 24 hours after 6th Ward Councilwoman Jen Giattino came out in support of Presinzano.
Cordova has the support of Mayor Ravi Bhalla, Council President Emily Jabbour, Councilman-at-Large Joe Quintero, and Hudson County Board of Commissioners Chair Anthony Romano (D-5), who is also Hoboken’s deputy director of public safety.