Election Profile: Cindy Robilotti For Englishtown Borough Council

ENGLISHTOWN, NJ - Two seats are up for grabs on the Englishtown Borough Council in 2020, according to the Monmouth County Clerk's Office. Republicans Cindy Robilotti and Eric Mann are running for reelection while Democrat newcomers Arun Swami and Steven M. Bloom are seeking to challenge the incumbents.

Robilotti has been an Englishtown for 22 years. She resides in the borough with her husband and three dogs.

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Why are you seeking elective office?

I am running for reelection.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

Unlike my opponents who had visions of changing things I felt the same but realistically found out how limited you are because of things which are beyond your control. I am seeking reelection to continue the work of our diversified council. I am not going to make empty promises or unrealistic ideas. I have the best interests of our town and residents at heart. I am a resident also so every decision I make impacts my family and I.

Our council members are business owners, accountants, healthcare and former board of education individuals. We have used our knowledge and combined experiences to better our town for our residence. My opponent states that one party control does not provide for open discussion. We may be of the same political party but we are individuals and all have different views. We as a council have always been open to suggestions from our residents. My opponent talks about recovery and survival during these times. We cannot overturn the governor’s mandates; we have to adhere to them. Unfortunately many businesses and individuals have been affected. But in no way has a business closed because of something the council did.

My opponent states that there is much Red Tape for businesses to come into town but does not state just what this Red Tape is. We encourage businesses to come into town, and we have a diversified business community. He also states that the council does not televise our meetings this would be an expense for the town. We are very prudent as to how money is budgeted and spent.

Our meetings have always been open to the public and since the pandemic they can join in online. A couple of years ago I initiated Coffee with the Council Woman on Saturday's which was announced on the information board in front of Borough Hall. I finally cancelled it for lack of participation.

We also provide our residents with garbage pickup and snow removal (our streets have been cleared of snow quicker than our surrounding towns.) My opponent made reference to this but did not offer any specific conclusions.

Our Borough offices and our employees have worked through this entire pandemic to provide services without interruption to our residents. As to enhancing Sanford Park, groups now use the park for soccer and baseball games. The town lake we looked into recreational activities such as ice skating and paddle boats, but it was too much of an expense for the town to handle.

I truly believe that you should do the best job you can in anything with a clear conscience.