Borough Hall: 908-245-6222
The Borough of Roselle Park is chartered under a unique version of the Borough form of government. The municipality is governed by an elected Mayor and six Council Members. Divided into five Wards, one Councilperson is elected from each Ward, and one Councilperson is elected at-large. The Mayor is elected at-large to a four-year term, while Councilmembers (Ward-based and At-Large) are elected to three-year terms.
The Governing Body holds its Regular Meetings in Council Chambers at Borough Hall located at 110 East Westfield Avenue, Roselle Park, NJ 07204 on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise announced. During the months of July and August the Governing Body meets once, on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
Locally, Roselle Park is located in Union County which is governed by the Union County Board of County Commissioners. On the state level, Roselle Park is located within the State of New Jersey's 22nd Legislative District, represented by State Senator Nicholas P. Scutari, Assemblywoman Linda S. Carter, and Assemblyman James J. Kennedy. On the federal level, Roselle Park is located within the State of New Jersey's 10th Congressional District, represented by Congresswoman LaMonica McIver, Senator Cory Booker and Senator George Hemly.
Mayor Joseph "Joe" Signorello III is currently serving his second term as Mayor of the Borough of Roselle Park. Born and raised in Roselle Park, Mayor Signorello has championed smart development, shared services, and critical infrastructure investment during his tenure. His policy objectives have yielded positive results, including: the redevelopment of fallow properties, the establishment of new affordable housing initiatives, the resurfacing of record setting roadway mileage, and the expansion of municipal recreation programs.
In his capacity as Mayor, he serves as a de facto Class I member of the Roselle Park Municipal Land Use Board, and Trustee of the Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library Board of Trustees.
Mayor's Signorello current term of office expires on December 31, 2026.
You can reach Mayor Signorello by email at mayorsig@rosellepark.net, or by phone at 908-666-7817.
Councilman Joseph "Joe" Signorello, Jr. began his second term as Councilman-at-Large of the Borough of Roselle Park on January 1, 2024. Prior to his time on Borough Council, Councilman Signorello served as Chief of the Roselle Park Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He likewise previously served as a member and President of the Roselle Park Board of Education. Since his election, Councilman Signorello has championed initiatives relating to increased code enforcement, property maintenance efforts throughout the Borough, and the revitalization of the Department of Public Works.
As of 2024, Councilman Signorello serves as the Chairman of the Municipal Services Committee as the Department of Public Works Liaison. He serves on the Public Safety Committee as the First Aid Liaison, and the Finance and Administration Committee as the Public Buildings and Facilities Liaison. He is the 2024 Liaison to the Roselle Park Board of Educations, and is a long-time member of the Borough's Street Lighting Ad-Hoc Committee, and Youth Center Ad-Hoc Advisory Committee.
Councilman Signorello's current term of office expires on December 31, 2026.
You can reach Councilman Signorello by email at jsignorello@rosellepark.net, or by phone at 908-721-6488.
Councilmember Gregory "Greg" Johnson is a proud father, U.S. Navy veteran, and vested homeowner in the Roselle Park community. After being honorably discharged from the military, he continued to serve his country at the local level and now serves in an advisory capacity as the Past Commander of American Legion Post 60 veterans' group in Roselle Park.
Building on his commitment to public service, Greg Johnson graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the Rutgers School of Public Affairs & Administration in August 2024. Before this, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Sociology, also graduating Summa Cum Laude from Rutgers University - Newark. Greg retired after 25 years of distinguished law enforcement service, culminating in his roles as Detective Sergeant and FOP Union Local Lodge President with the Essex County Sheriff's Office.
Greg’s passion for and commitment to his community is undeniable. He has served on the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, where his peers selected him as Chair. As a Borough Council member, Greg continues to serve as the Governing Body’s liaison to the Diversity and Inclusion Committee. He has helped establish the Annual Anti-Bullying Youth Summit, Juneteenth celebration, and Multicultural & Heritage Music Festival in Roselle Park. During his term in office, Greg has been a vocal advocate for improving local infrastructure and addressing public, pedestrian, and motorist safety. His efforts have contributed to the Borough's elevation from Silver to Gold status in the NJ Safe Routes to School program.
Councilmember Johnson has also established a strong legislative record that reflects his proactive leadership, problem-solving, and dedication to residents’ needs. He has introduced and supported several impactful ordinances that enhance community safety, accountability, and fairness, including fixing bias and systemic issues through noise-related amendments to the Peace & Good Order Ordinance, ensuring that Borough enforcement policies remain consistent, equitable, and free from discrimination.
He has also championed legislation such as the creation of an Ordinance regulating Public Utility Poles to improve safety and aesthetics throughout the Borough, and a new Sewers Ordinance to strengthen local standards for obstructions, breaks, and maintenance. Greg also established the Veterans Support Grant Writing Initiative and implemented Recreation and Aftercare Discounts for Veterans, reinforcing his ongoing commitment to supporting Roselle Park’s veteran community.
In addition, Councilmember Johnson sponsored an Ordinance requiring Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) as part of all financial agreements (PILOTs) approved by the Borough. This forward-thinking measure ensures that redevelopment projects provide direct, measurable benefits to Roselle Park residents. These may include contributions to local schools or infrastructure, job training, affordable housing above minimum thresholds, environmental improvements, community event support, or opportunities for local and minority-owned businesses. By requiring CBAs, Greg ensured that economic growth translates into long-term community investment.
Greg also created Ordinance No. 2703, adopted in November 2022, which expanded parking accommodations in the downtown area and established a 10-minute parking zone on the west side of Chestnut Street in front of the Roselle Park Post Office and Anthony Signorello Youth Center. This initiative created three short-term parking spaces designed for quick pick-ups and drop-offs, helping to mitigate parking tickets and provide added convenience for residents and visitors. The measure reflects Greg’s commitment to practical, resident-driven solutions that make everyday life in Roselle Park easier and fairer.
Greg’s legislative work consistently centers on common-sense governance and responsive representation ensuring that Borough policies are modern, balanced, and reflect the values of the community he serves. Each ordinance he advances demonstrates his belief that effective government means listening to residents, acting with integrity, and producing visible, meaningful results.
In addition to his role on the Borough Council, Greg leads the Gregory Johnson Civic Association, a local nonprofit dedicated to civic engagement and public safety. Through this organization, he has hosted Free Annual CPR training events for residents and coordinated Roselle Park’s participation in the NJ Clean Communities Adopt-A-Highway Program for Route 28, also known as Westfield Avenue, organizing regular clean-up efforts to maintain and beautify public spaces.
As the 2023 School Board Liaison, Councilmember Johnson initiated a partnership between Sherman Elementary School and EZ Ride to promote bike and pedestrian safety for young students. He organized a school assembly to educate students on safe practices when walking or biking to and from school. He also spearheaded safety upgrades around Sherman Elementary, including a speed radar, blinking pedestrian crosswalk signs, new striping, and nine additional crosswalks. These efforts helped the Roselle Park School District earn a Silver Recognition Award from the New Jersey Safe Routes to School Program on behalf of Sherman Elementary School’s active participation.
Through hard advocacy, securing grant funding, and ensuring that residents’ tax dollars were used effectively, Greg successfully advanced a full revitalization of several First Ward streets independent of utility company projects, which typically only address paving and do not include broader neighborhood upgrades. These improvements went beyond simple resurfacing and included full roadway milling, complete replacement of deteriorating sidewalks and aprons, installation of Belgian block curbing, drainage system upgrades, installation of ADA-compliant curb ramps at all intersections, new pavement striping, refreshed crosswalks, and updated regulatory signage. The result is enhanced safety, accessibility, and overall aesthetics throughout the First Ward.
Completed projects include:
Scheduled for completion:
Streets completed through utility company projects:
2025 Committee Assignments
Councilman Johnson's current term of office expires December 31, 2026.
You can reach Councilman Johnson by email at gjohnson@rosellepark.net, or by phone at 908-303-1519.
Councilman Joseph "Joe" Petrosky began his third term as Second Ward Councilman on January 1, 2022. He has been a Roselle Park resident for over 50 years and is a 1976 graduate of the Roselle Park School System, and a 1978 graduate of Lincoln Technical Institute. He is retired after being employed as a Carpenter with the County of Union for over 30 years. He is a Past President and member of the Roselle Park Youth Baseball league for over 40 years. Likewise, he is a Past President, member, and coach of the Roselle Park Recreation Basketball League for 30 years, a member and coach of Roselle Park Youth Soccer League for 20 years, and a member of Roselle Park Men's Softball league for 25 years. Joe is a parishioner of the Church of the Assumption and member of Monsignor Joseph Loretti Knights of Columbus 3240. He is also a member of Roselle Park American Legion Post No. 60.
As of 2024, Councilman Petrosky serves as the Chairman of the Finance and Administration Committee and the Municipal Budget & Finance Liaison. He also serves on the Public Safety Committee as the Fire Liaison, and the Municipal Services Committee as the Construction & Transportation Liaison. He is the 2024 Council President, and governing body Liaison to the Historian & Historical Society, Youth Center, and Recreation Committee.
Councilman Petrosky's current term of office expires December 31, 2024.
You can reach Councilman Petrosky by email at jpetrosky@rosellepark.net, or by phone at 908-666-7821.
As of 2024, Councilwoman Lyons serves as the Chairwoman of the Public Services & Administration Committee as the Human Resources Liaison. She serves on the Municipal Services Committee as the Code Enforcement Liaison. She is the 2024 Liaison to the Community Affairs & Public Events Committee and Roselle Park Municipal Alliance. Councilwoman Lyons also serves as the Mayor's representative to the Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library Board of Trustees.
Councilwoman Lyons' current term of office expires December 31, 2025.
You can reach Councilwoman Lyons by email at rlyons@rosellepark.net, or by phone at 908-726-8773.
As of 2024, Councilman Patel serves on the Finance & Administration Committee as the Commerce Liaison, and the Public Services & Administration Committee as the Technology Liaison. He is the 2024 Liaison to Roselle Park Animal Control functions and the Environmental Commission.
Councilman Patel's current term of office expires December 31, 2025.
You can reach Councilman Patel by email at kpatel@rosellepark.net, or by phone at 908-726-8774.
Councilman Jay Robaina began his first full term elected as Fifth Ward Councilman on January 1, 2022 after being appointed-to and filling an unexpired term of a former Fifth Ward Councilperson in May 2021. Councilman Robaina has served in various positions and under different Borough administrations since 2010. He is also one of the Co-Founders of the Rails-To-Trails Union County Advocacy Group, created in August of 2020, helping lead efforts to convert abandoned and unused rail corridors in the Borough as safe, equitable, accessible shared-use paths, using railway right of way for active recreation, non-motorized transportation, and as a conduit to increase connectivity to history, art, culture, downtowns, schools, transit hubs, and greenspaces.
Jay graduated from Kean University with a BA in Communication concentrating in Public Relations and Journalism and has been a member of the American College of Healthcare Administrators, the Public Relations Society of America, and has received certificates of achievement from FEMA and the Emergency Management Institute in incident command and national incident management systems.
Jay received his certificate of course completion in Roadway Traffic and Safety Improvements from Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation in 2022 and is passionate about improving our local business economy, enhancing community health and wellness, increasing bicycle and pedestrian safety, expanding recreation, and furthering initiatives benefiting our Borough’s children and special needs communities alike. Jay encourages civic participation, inclusivity, and is a proponent of achieving solutions through collaborative efforts.
Councilman Jay Robaina currently serves in the following roles:
2024 Committee Assignments:
Legislative Chair – Public Services & Administration Committee
Liaison – Chamber of Commerce
Liaison – Clean Communities
Class III Member – Municipal Land Use Board
Alternate Member – Union County Transportation Advisory Board
2023 Committee Assignments:
Chairman – Municipal Services (DPW & Engineering) Committee
Liaison – Board of Health
Subcommittee Chair – Code Enforcement
Liaison – Rails to Trails Ad-Hoc Advisory Committee
2022 Committee Assignments:
