Our 2025 Candidates
Duties of the County Sheriff
The Monmouth Count Sheriff leads the 675 sworn officers and civilian employees of the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office are dedicated to serving the law enforcement needs for the entire County of Monmouth. The Sheriff’s Office, located in Freehold, NJ, is comprised of six divisions:
Civil Process
Corrections
Communications
Emergency Management
Law Enforcement
Police Academy
Mikie Sherrill on the Issues
Let’s Get Big Things Done for New Jersey
New Jersey built this nation. We’ve always been unafraid to do the big things. Let’s be the state that makes life more affordable for families. Let's expand opportunities and help our kids thrive. These challenges aren’t new, so let's confront them head on.
Click on the links below to review Mikie Sherrill’s positions and achievements on the important issues facing New Jersey:
Who is Vaibhav Gorige?
Bio available soon.
Who is Michael Warren?
Town of Residence: Highlands
Education: SUNY Oswego, 1986
Occupation: Small Business Owner, Naval Sea Cadet Firearms Training Instructor, Officer of VFW Post 690
What drove you to seek public office?
I was driven to seek public office because I am witnessing a political division in our country and community. I believe we need to invite everyone to the table and focus on what we have in common as opposed to what divides us. This will allow us to prioritize what’s most important — the people.
I’ve always been passionate about helping and protecting others, and serving as Monmouth County Sheriff will allow me to be of service to the community and ensure its safety.
Read more at the Patch: Michael Warren Profile
Who is Alison DeNoia?
Town of Residence: Colts Neck
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Economics and International Relations from the University of Wisconsin [Madison]
Occupation: Certified Yoga Instructor [Private Practice]
What drove you to seek public office?
Growing up, my mother was the President of the PTO — she was not only an advocate for students, but she fought for road infrastructure to make sure kids got to school safely. She shaped our family’s worldview and taught us the importance of stepping up to the plate to make sure things got done.
With her guidance, I continued to remain involved throughout my life, making sure great candidates run for office up and down the ballot, and ensuring we have representatives who are a voice for all constituents.
Read more at the Patch: Alson DeNoia Profile
2025 Democratic Candidates
New Jersey Governor
Mikie Sherrill
NJ Assembly
Jason Corley and Vaibhav Gorige
Who is Jason Corley?
Jason Corley is a dedicated educator and leader currently serving in his sixteenth year as the Athletic Administrator at Long Branch High School. He plays a key role in shaping student athletics statewide, serving on the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) Executive Committee as Past President, Chair of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and a member of the Eligibility Appeals Committee. At the Shore Conference of High Schools, he holds positions on the executive committee as an At-Large member and Co-Chair of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, while also directing the conference's Boys Lacrosse Tournament. Throughout his career, Mr. Corley has served as a student facilitator, advisor, teacher, and coach, working with students from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Mr. Corley holds a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Administration from Kean University, along with a Master’s in Education and a second Master’s in Educational Leadership. He is recognized nationally as a Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA) and has received numerous awards, including Athletic Director of the Year honors from Jersey Sporting News, the Shore Conference, and the Green and White Association. In 2022, he was named an “Athletic Director of Influence” by BOUND, a national platform recognizing excellence in school athletics leadership.
Beyond education and athletics, Mr. Corley is deeply committed to community service. He has been honored by the NAACP, the City of Long Branch, the Latino American Association of Monmouth County, and others for his leadership and contributions. He is an active member of organizations including the Long Branch NAACP, the Mayor’s Transition Team, the Elks, and the Boys and Girls Club Advisory Board. Recognized by state legislators for his outstanding service, Jason Corley brings a lifelong commitment to youth, equity, and community—values he will carry with him to the New Jersey State Assembly..
Monmouth County Sheriff
Michael Warren
Monmouth County Clerk
Alison DeNoia
Duties of the County Clerk
The Monmouth County Clerk is a constitutional and administrative officer elected by the voters of Monmouth County according to state law for a 5 year term. The Office of the Monmouth County Clerk is comprised of 5 Divisions:
Property Recording
Clerk of Elections
Archives
Passports
Office of Records Management
Monmouth County Commissioners
Vito Colasurdo and Jacqui Wenzel
What is the Board of Commissioners?
The Board is empowered with a broad scope of authority, some of which is designated to them by the State of New Jersey. Its diverse and important responsibilities include both legislative and executive functions including the oversight and regulation of county property and finances. This includes the upkeep of 380 miles of county roads and nearly 1,000 bridges, maintenance of more than 15,000 acres of county park lands, providing the largest circulating library system in the state, and maintaining a AAA bond rating.
Generally, the Commissioner Board's duties include:
Preparing and adopting the County budget.
Authorizing expenditures and bonds.
Appointing county officials and members to boards, commissions and authorities.
Supervising the administration of county government.
The actual day-to-day operation of county departments is supervised by the county administrator.
Who is Vito Colasurdo?
Town of Residence: Atlantic Highlands
Education: Undergraduate: University of Massachusetts - Amherst; Law School: Seton Hall Law
Occupation: Family Law Attorney with a Private Practice
What drove you to seek public office?
I initially sought public office because I was frustrated with the lack of communication and transparency from my local council at the time. I knew there was a better way to govern and a path to better representation of Atlantic Highlands’ residents.
It is easy to talk about change but harder to do something about it, and I decided I had to make the jump and step up on behalf of my neighbors. Now, I’m excited to do the same for the Board of Commissioners and to expand the representation of the Board to bring transparency to the County Level.
Read more at the Patch: Vito Colasurdo Profile
Who is Jacqui Wenzel?
Town of Residence: Ocean Township
Education: LIM College, Fashion Institute of Technology
Occupation: Founder & President of a Strategic Marketing & Brand Development Firm
What drove you to seek public office?
What first drove me to seek public office was my passion for the woodland in my neighborhood. I fought to save 32 acres of them, which lit a fire of activism in me that still burns strong.
Throughout the county, we have seen instances of more warehouses and less open spaces. I am running because I care passionately about our community and want to preserve it, not just in Ocean Township, but county-wide.
From our shores to our suburbs, from our cities to our farmlands, Monmouth County’s nature must be protected, and I am a staunch advocate for historical preservation.
Read more at the Patch: Jacqui Wenzel Profile
About Mikie Sherrill
U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Navy helicopter pilot, former federal prosecutor, wife, and mother of four kids – Mikie Sherrill proudly serves New Jersey in Congress and is running for governor to make life easier and more affordable for Garden State families. Her career has been defined by service to her country and New Jersey.