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Visitors from Voter Choice New Jersey urge council to consider ranked‑choice voting
Summary
Members of Voter Choice New Jersey described ranked‑choice voting mechanics, urged a trigger ordinance or resolution, and offered voter education; speakers cited local examples where plurality winners lacked majority support.
Representatives from Voter Choice New Jersey addressed the council during public comment, explaining ranked‑choice voting and urging local action to enable ballot questions if state enabling legislation passes.
Barry Bender, who identified himself as a member of Voter Choice New Jersey, described the process and said it guarantees a winner with majority support by reallocating votes from the lowest vote‑getter. He cited recent examples and asked the council to consider a trigger ordinance or supportive resolution. Other speakers from the group, including Luke and Veronica Akeswa, described outreach plans and voter education events they could host in Woodbridge.
The council thanked the speakers for the information and welcomed the presentation; no formal action was taken at this meeting.
