Meet Matawan’s Future

Councilwoman

Suzanne Reynolds

Born and raised in Matawan, Suzanne is now a third generation owner of her family home built for her Grandparents. A K-12 Student from MARSD, and graduate from Rutgers University. Suzanne is a parishioner, and Vestry Member of Trinity Episcopal Church here in town, as well as a Benefactor of the Matawan Historical Society. Serving as Chair of the Animal Advisory & Welfare Commission, Suzanne is a proponent of TNR, and has always held a hand in animal rescue. Also, Suzanne serves as the Chair of the ADA Commission and Property Maintenance, while being an active member of Recreation, Recycling & Sanitation and Personnel.

Having been a homegrown Matawan resident, Suzanne stepped into the race for Matawan Council to speak up for the residents, support the Veterans and Seniors and to plan for a future ahead. Her goal is to make Matawan for everyone.

Councilman

Charlie Ross

Charlie, 55 years old, moved to Matawan in 2004 with his wife Tara. They have two sons, and are wonderful pet parents to their rescues.

He is a Managing Director at Clear Street, a Financial Tech Startup.

Charlie is the Chair to the Finance Committee, along with the Environmental Commission and Construction Committee. Charlie is also a member of the Police Commission, Economic Business Development, Planning & Zoning, and Historical Sites Commissions.

Charlie’s passion is to make Matawan affordable and sustainable for future generations to come, while supporting our Veterans and Seniors as well.

Council Candidate

Ray Stuetz

Ray and his wife Ginny have been married for 13 years and moved to Matawan in 2016. They immediately fell in love with the beauty and history of our amazing community. They have two dogs, Roscoe and Pepper. Ray has been a professional chef for over 28 years and is currently a Culinary Innovation Specialist and Regional Chef for a food service company that specializes in K-12 school nutrition.

Former member of the Shade Tree Commission, and current member of the Historical Society. Former member of the Historic Sites Commission.

For responsible, ethically sound, environmentally sustainable and economically viable development of our town, assisting in care for Veterans and their families, smart spending, and beautifying our lakes.

Council Candidate

Mark Gabriel

Mark has lived in Matawan since 2013 with his wife Dana, and their two children, Franklin and Evelyn, ages 8 and 5, who attend schools in the Matawan-Aberdeen School District. A fiscal conservative, Mark is running for Matawan Borough Council to bring disciplined budgeting, accountability, and common-sense leadership to local government.

Born in June 1980 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Mark first came to New Jersey to attend Drew University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Political Science in 2003. He later received his Juris Doctor from the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law in 2008.

Following law school, Mark returned to New Jersey and began his legal career as a judicial law clerk to an Honorable Judge in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen County Vicinage. Since then, he has practiced family law for more than 15 years and has been appointed to multiple committees on the State and County level.

A dedicated husband, father, and community member, Mark is actively involved in his children's activities and youth sports. He has served as an assistant coach for both baseball and basketball teams, helping young athletes develop teamwork, discipline, and confidence.

As a candidate for Borough Council, Mark is committed to responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, transparent government, and ensuring that Matawan remains a great place for families to live, work, and raise their children.