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Michael Rothman

Michael Rothman is the current Mayor of Downe Township and is running for re-election with the endorsement of the Cumberland County Regular Republican Organization. While he does not have a campaign website or active social media, he is publicly listed on the township website and has been involved in major township projects like the Fortescue and Gandy’s Beach Sewer Project.

That said, Rothman has not engaged in direct voter outreach for this election cycle, and his platform or intentions for a new term remain unclear to the broader public.

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Rating Explanation

Michael Rothman

Michael Rothman is the current Mayor of Downe Township and a sitting member of the Township Committee. He is seeking re-election and has received the endorsement of the Cumberland County Regular Republican Organization. Unlike some candidates in the race, Rothman has a known public role and responsibilities listed on the official township website, where he is also listed as a point of contact for residents.

While Rothman does not have a campaign website or active social media presence, his involvement in township governance is well-documented. He has been publicly associated with major infrastructure projects like the Fortescue and Gandy’s Beach Sewer Project, and he maintains publicly available contact information via the township directory.

However, he has not engaged in proactive voter outreach for the 2025 race—there are no public campaign announcements, interviews, or event appearances that would inform voters about his re-election platform. In this respect, Rothman falls short of modern transparency expectations, relying instead on his existing government role and endorsement from party leadership.

Endorsements can indicate confidence within party ranks, but they do not replace the need for clear, accessible, and issue-based communication. While Rothman is not invisible, his current re-election campaign lacks direct engagement with the voting public.

For these reasons, Michael Rothman currently receives a below-average rating for transparency and accessibility.

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Michael L. Rothman

Running for:
Downe Township Committee
Incumbent
Challenger

Websites

This election is on June 10th, 2025

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Transparency/Accessibility Rating: Below Average

Events
  • Cumberland County Regular Republican Organization Breakfast
  • Listen to party messaging and potentially meet Republican candidates Party Site
  • 04/26/25 - 8:30am
  • Mauricetown Fire Company, 9544 Noble St. Mauricetown, NJ 08349
  • RSVP: dgeno2383@gmail.com on or before that week's Tuesday
  • Cumberland County Regular Republican Organization Breakfast
  • Listen to party messaging and potentially meet Republican candidates Party Site
  • 05/10/25 - 8:30am
  • Eastlyn Golf Course, 4049 Italia Ave, Vineland, NJ, 08361
  • RSVP: dgeno2383@gmail.com on or before that week's Tuesday
  • Cumberland County Regular Republican Organization Breakfast
  • Listen to party messaging and potentially meet Republican candidates Party Site
  • 05/24/25 - 8:30am
  • Mauricetown Fire Company, 9544 Noble St. Mauricetown, NJ 08349
  • RSVP: dgeno2383@gmail.com on or before that week's Tuesday

Agenda

Based on the available information, there is no publicly documented campaign platform or detailed agenda for Michael L. Rothman’s 2025 re-election bid. While he has been involved in significant projects during his tenure, such as the Fortescue and Gandy’s Beach Sewer Project, there is no specific information outlining his future plans or initiatives for the township.

Background and Experience

Michael L. Rothman is the current Mayor of Downe Township, New Jersey, serving on the Township Committee with a term ending December 31, 2025. In his role, he oversees various aspects of township governance, including administration, public relations, economic development, tax offices, grants, and the construction department. Rothman also serves as a Class I member on the Downe Township Planning Board. ​

Beyond his official duties, Rothman is actively involved in the community, participating in the Downe Township Fire/Rescue and Dive Team.