Jhon Londono is a candidate for Ward 3, Claudio Torro is running for Ward 1, James Dodd is vying for the position of Mayor, and Sergio Rodriguez is seeking to represent Ward 2.
DOVER — Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, Jhon Londono representing Ward 3, and AB Santana, the current 4th ward Alderman running for re-election.
James P. Dodd was the Former Dover mayor for 14 years, bringing major developments such as FedEx, Marriott & Hilton Hotel, CubeSmart, Meridia Transit Apartments, One Thompson Apartments, Renovated Crescent Field, Water Works Park, and more.
Claudio Torro is a Latina entrepreneur who runs a tax accounting service in downtown Dover. She is a well-established and long-time resident with over 15 years of experience working in the community. Torro actively volunteers at the Dover branch of the Morris County Sussex Family Center, dedicating her time and skills for more than five years. Additionally, she is devoted to raising an eleven-year-old son, exemplifying her commitment to her family and the Dover community.
Sergio Rodriguez is first generation Latino who immigrated to Dover with his family at the age of four; He is a graduate of Academy Street, Dover Middle School, and Morris County School of Technology while also holding a B.A. from William Paterson University. He is the former 2019 intern for Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill of NJ-11, helping establish the Parsippany Constituent Service Office. He is a recent post-graduate professional who has worked three years in the non-profit political world of Washington D.C. and Miami but moved back to rescue Dover.
Jhon Londono is employed by the New York Yankees as the Station Operations Manager in charge of over 450 employees daily. He operates a small cleaning business employing only Dover residents and gives the town great service. He is a longtime resident of Dover who is well known among the local business community because he has supported for over a decade. He is the oldest of four brothers and has supported his family by working hard since age eleven.
Rescue Dover Team Candidate Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2During the fundraiser, candidate Sergio Rodriguez was seen conversing with the guests.Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, and John Londono representing Ward 3.Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, and John Londono representing Ward 3.Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, and John Londono representing Ward 3.Former Dover Mayor and Attorney Jonathan CohenA Latina entrepreneur, Torro runs a tax accounting service in downtown Dover. She is a well-established and long-time resident with over 15 years of experience working in the community. Torro actively volunteers at the Dover branch of the Morris County Sussex Family Center, dedicating her time and skills for more than five years. Additionally, she is devoted to raising an eleven-year-old son, exemplifying her commitment to her family and the Dover community.Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, and John Londono representing Ward 3.Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, and John Londono representing Ward 3.Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, and John Londono representing Ward 3.Amidst the event, Mayoral Candidate James Dodd was spotted alongside his family, all smiling.Former Mayor Dodd organized a campaign fundraiser for his team, Rescue Dover, which drew a packed room of attendees purchasing tickets for $250 each. The team comprises Dodd as the mayoral candidate, Claudio Torro representing Ward 1, Sergio Rodriguez representing Ward 2, and John Londono representing Ward 3.As the event concluded, guests were observed departing with signs displaying their support for Mayoral Candidate James Dodd. This demonstrated their enthusiasm and commitment to his candidacy.As the campaign fundraiser ended, attendees were seen leaving the venue with signs proudly showing their support for Second Ward Candidate Sergio Rodriguez. Their actions demonstrated their enthusiasm and unwavering dedication to his candidacy, highlighting the strong support he enjoys within the community.
Three Democrats are running for mayor in the June 6 primary: Former Mayor Dodd, incumbent Mayor Carolyn Blackman, and former Alderman Edward Correa. In heavily Democratic Dover, where no Republicans have filed to run for mayor, a win in the primary likely clears the way for victory in the general election this November.
Dodd served three terms as mayor before losing two bitter campaigns to Blackman in 2019 after the Morris County Democratic Committee endorsed a slate of candidates.
After losing the primary to Blackman, Dodd again ran as an independent against her in the November general election and lost by 50 votes. Blackman became Dover’s first female mayor and the first Black woman to lead the town.
Blackman, however, failed to win her party’s endorsement in her bid for a second term at last month’s Dover Democratic Committee convention.
Publisher of Parsippany Focus since 1989 and Morris Focus since January 1, 2019, both covering a wide range of events. Mr. Cahill serves as the Executive Board Member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, Governor-Elect NJ District Kiwanis International and Chairman of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Board.
