Cosmo Cirillo Files to Run for West New York Mayor
The former commissioner plans to seek the city's top leadership position in the May 2027 election.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Elections
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Cosmo Cirillo has officially filed a D-2 form with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission to launch his campaign for mayor. He intends to challenge for the office in the upcoming May 2027 mayoral election.
Why it matters
Cirillo enters the race as a former West New York commissioner who served the city from 2015 to 2023. His entry marks the early stages of a contest for the municipal leadership position in a city that utilizes a board of commissioners form of government.
Current Mayor Albio Sires secured the seat in May 2023 with 61 percent of the vote. Cirillo has appointed Jorge Gomez to serve as the campaign chair for this upcoming mayoral bid.
The players
Cosmo Cirillo
He is a former West New York commissioner who currently serves as the town administrator for Guttenberg and borough clerk for East Newark.
Albio Sires
He is the current mayor of West New York who previously held the office from 1995 to 2006.
Jorge Gomez
He has been appointed to lead the campaign efforts for Cosmo Cirillo's mayoral bid.
Nick Sacco
He is the long-serving mayor of North Bergen who is preparing to retire after a 41-year career in office.
Larry Wainstein
He is an expected candidate for the mayoral office in North Bergen for the May 11, 2027, election.
The details
Cirillo currently holds roles as the Guttenberg town administrator and the borough clerk for East Newark. The city's chief elected official will be determined by the board of commissioners following the results of the 2027 election.
Timeline
Albio Sires served as mayor from 1995 until 2006.
Cosmo Cirillo served as a West New York commissioner between 2015 and 2023.
Albio Sires won the most recent mayoral election in May 2023.
Cosmo Cirillo filed his D-2 paperwork on October 21, 2026.
The next mayoral election is scheduled for May 2027.
Political Context
West New York operates under the commission form of government, where the governing body holds significant power in choosing the chief elected official. Opposition figures may point to the incumbent's 2023 victory margin as a benchmark for the difficulty of mounting a successful challenge.
Residents should monitor local campaign filings as the May 2027 election date approaches. This race will ultimately determine who serves on the board of commissioners and leads the city's administrative direction.
The takeaway
Voters in the area can expect a lengthy campaign cycle leading up to the May 2027 election. Staying informed on candidate platforms will be crucial as the field of contenders develops over the coming months.
Further reading
For more information on local races, visit the Elections section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Hudson County View.
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