The Essex County Democratic Committee (ECDC) has endorsed Verona Town Councilwoman Christine McGrath for one of four at-large seats on the Board of County Commissioners.
The Essex County body, which used to be known as the County Board of Chosen Freeholders, consists of nine members. Five represent specific districts and four hold so-called at-large spots. Commissioners approve the county budget, pass resolutions, and oversee county infrastructure. In addition to McGrath, the ECDC endorsed current Commissioner Wayne L. Richardson, Livingston Mayor Shawn Klein, and West Orange Democratic Municipal Chairman Abdur R. Yasin.
According to the political news site New Jersey Globe, McGrath was the top voter getter with 387 votes, followed by Klein (355), Richardson (296) and Yasin (282). Seven other candidates trailed the leaders…