All running candidates were contacted with the same questions. Candidates answers can be found below in alphabetical order by last name. Bios are provided directly from the candidates.
Nikki Apeadu | Council Candidate, Ward 1
What do you feel are the most important issues facing Delran Township that need to be addressed?
Our team fought the mayor’s proposed tax increases this year and held the line on municipal taxes once again. I am proud that we have maintained a 0% municipal tax increase for seven years while still investing in public safety, infrastructure, recreation, and other important community services.
What can be done about the flooding during heavy rainstorms in the Riverside Park neighborhood, and would you consider having the township fund the building of a seawall along the Rancocas Creek?
As a resident of Stewart Avenue, I know first-hand that the flooding in Riverside Park is a serious and complex issue. We were finally able to get the Army Corps of Engineers to engage with Delran and take the first step to address preserving the riverbank and protecting the sewer plant. I will continue to work with the rest of Council to push for more from the Army Corps and continue to apply for other state or federal grants and any programs that is determined to be a viable solution to address more of the issues that threaten our neighborhood. We will not stop looking for solutions.
What positive, new ideas would you bring to the Township Council?
I believe in expanding opportunities for residents to engage directly with local government through community meetings, public discussions, and greater access to information through social media and our nearly complete, new website about township projects and initiatives. Leveraging the relationships and resources we have established, we can continue addressing local challenges, investing in Delran’s future, and minimizing the financial burden on municipal taxpayers.
What do you like about living in Delran, and why do you enjoy serving the community?
I enjoy living in Delran because I value the opportunity to give back to a community that means so much to my family. From our neighborhoods and parks to our schools, and our recreation events and programs, I serve to help ensure that Delran remains a welcoming, safe, and vibrant place to live for generations to come.
Nikki Apeadu Bio: As Delran resident since 2005, I bring strong family values, integrity, and hands‑on service to the Riverside Park community. After immigrating from Liberia at age 19, I embraced the belief that democracy must remain a government of, by, and for the people. Graduating from Queens College – CUNY, I earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and then an MBA in Business Economics from Pace University. My passion has been serving Delran and the region through civic, labor, and community organizations, including: In Delran, I spearheaded two successful projects this year: “Delran Back to School Preparedness Day” First year; “Delran Senior Expo” Third year; Assist with Shoprite’s “End Hunger Drive” / Food Bank of SJ. I am very active growing the Spread the Word Bible Study Group, Inc. of which I am the Founder & CEO and supporting the World of God Main Street Ministry. I also serve as the Secretary for the Burlington County Federation of Democratic Women, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense, Labor Shop Steward (since 2013) and active labor advocate, Liberian Community Association of South Jersey, member of the NAACP in the Willingboro Branch and the Current Website Administrator for the Monrovia College Alumni Associations in the Americas (MCAAA). I am currently a member of the Calvary Church right here in Delran.
Candy Cure | Council Candidate, Ward 2
What do you feel are the most important issues facing Delran Township that need to be addressed?
My focus is on keeping Delran affordable. I, along with my running mates, fought the mayor’s proposed tax increase and once again delivered a zero percent tax increase while maintaining the services residents expect, and making responsible financial decisions that protect taxpayers today and in the future. That’s how my team has stopped raising taxes for the last seven years.
What can be done about the flooding during heavy rainstorms in the Riverside Park neighborhood, and would you consider having the township fund the building of a seawall along the Rancocas Creek?
There are several factors contributing to flooding in this area. Elevated groundwater levels can lead to water entering residents’ basements, while high tides along the Rancocas Creek can prevent stormwater from draining effectively until water levels recede. These are extremely complex issues, and finding solutions is not easy. Any potential improvements will be considered but would require significant planning that requires a comprehensive, long-term approach and comes at a substantial cost.
What positive, new ideas would you bring to the Township Council?
I believe Delran’s future should be guided by responsible planning, continued investment in our neighborhoods, and strong communication between local government and the residents it serves. Serving on Council has been a tremendous learning experience and has shaped my priorities to include identifying additional grant opportunities to support infrastructure improvements, developing long-term plans for maintaining township roads and facilities, and exploring opportunities to preserve open space and protect Delran’s natural resources.
One of our team’s greatest strengths is the strong relationships we have built with leaders at the county, state, and federal levels. These connections allow us to advocate for Delran, pursue additional funding opportunities, and connect residents with valuable programs, services, and resources.
What do you like about living in Delran, and why do you enjoy serving the community?
I have been a resident of Delran Township since 1992. I moved to Delran with my late husband, Michael Booth, and have proudly called the township home for more than three decades. Our daughters enjoyed their years in the Delran School System.
I watched my children grow along with their friends and this town. Serving the community that we love provides an opportunity to listen to residents, help address their concerns, and take part in the serious and complex decisions that affect Delran’s future. Delran offers a strong sense of community that makes it a special place to live.
Candy Cure Bio: Currently, I am proud to serve as the Councilwoman for Ward 2 and prior to that served as the Chairwoman of the Delran Township Planning Board for 4 Years, a member of the Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC) for several years as a volunteer, helping out in community activities including the Tree Lighting and Delran Night out and now for several years as a very active member of the Delran Green Team. While my daughters were growing up here, I served on the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) from 2004–2019 as the By-Laws Chairperson and was a Volunteer as my daughter’s Troop Leader and Service Unit Manager for the Girl Scouts of America. For 11 years I served as a Deputy Attorney General for the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice after graduating from LaSalle University with a BS in Psychology and earning my JD from Catholic University – Columbus School of Law. I am currently an attorney for a private law firm. As a resident and volunteer in Delran for 34 years, I have developed a deep love of the township, its residents, and its future. Serving on municipal boards and community organizations has provided valuable insight into local government, collaborative decision-making, and community engagement. I welcome the opportunity to continue serving the residents of Delran and to contribute thoughtfully and responsibly performing the work of the Township Council.
Nancy Evans | Council Candidate, Ward 1
What do you feel are the most important issues facing Delran Township that need to be addressed?
Having spent more than 35 years in public service managing complex operations and employee training, I look at our town through a lens of strict oversight and accountability. From that perspective, Delran Township is long overdue for serious, comprehensive infrastructure modernizations. Specifically, we must prioritize critical stabilization and repairs at our wastewater treatment plant, reconstruct aging sewer lines, resurface our local roads, and aggressively clear storm drains to ensure proactive flood prevention. Addressing these core utility needs is essential to keeping our community safe, operational, and resilient.
What can be done about the flooding during heavy rainstorms in the Riverside Park neighborhood, and would you consider having the township fund the building of a seawall along the Rancocas Creek?
Securing and stabilizing our shoreline along the Riverside Park area is an absolute necessity.
Drawing from my extensive career in leadership and policy implementation, I believe in executing proactive infrastructure protections rather than waiting for a crisis to occur. I fully support funding the construction of a seawall along the Rancocas Creek to protect vulnerable properties.
Furthermore, we must address environmental maintenance by clearing the massive buildup of silt, debris, and sediment between the sewer plant and the Amico Island area, which severely restricts natural water flow and exacerbates neighborhood flooding during heavy storms.
What positive new ideas would you bring to the township council?
First, I intend to bring a high level of professionalism and fiscal discipline to curb unnecessary overspending on non-essential projects. We must avoid costly, low-priority expenditures like the million-dollar restroom facility at Rainbow Meadow Park or the proposed bike lane along Route 130 South, which would disrupt 75 residential and business driveways for drivers and cyclists alike.
Second, my decades as a public servant have taught me that local government must remain deeply responsive to the community it serves. I believe all major capital bond proposals should be submitted via local ballot initiatives. Delran residents deserve transparency and a direct voice in how their tax dollars are spent, rather than leaving those significant financial choices solely to the discretion of the current council.
What do you like about living in Delran, and why do you enjoy serving the community?
Since making Delran my home in 2007, I have been deeply dedicated to supporting and strengthening this community. Delran is one of the most beautiful and peaceful towns I have ever lived in, and my desire to serve on the Town Council is a natural continuation of my life’s work in public service. My goal is to ensure our local government remains efficient and focused on protecting our unique quality of life. That means preserving our natural open spaces, protecting our local wildlife, and halting unnecessary overdevelopment. We must work together to protect Delran’s character, let’s keep Delran a town and prevent it from being converted into a city.
Nancy Evans Bio: Nancy R. Evans is a retired public servant, community advocate, and a proud Delran resident who believes local government should be guided by professionalism, transparency, and accountability. Since making Delran her home in 2007, Nancy has been dedicated to supporting and strengthening the community she loves. She spent more than 35 years serving the public, beginning her career at March Air Force Base and later advancing through leadership positions with the California Department of Corrections. Rising from Correctional Officer to Lieutenant, she ultimately managed employee training programs across multiple disciplines. Nancy’s extensive experience in leadership, policy implementation, and public service has prepared her to serve Delran residents effectively. She is running for Town Council to help ensure local government remains responsive, efficient, and focused on the needs of the community.
Keith Gray | Council Candidate, Ward 3
What do you feel are the most important issues facing Delran Township that need to be addressed?
Raised in a military family, I value accountability and strong foundations. Delran’s most pressing issues are its neglected utilities and aging infrastructure. Rapid overdevelopment has strained our roads, schools, and sewer systems.
While I am running to give Ward 3 a strong voice, council members must look out for the entire township. We must shift our focus away from commercial expansion and right back onto fixing our basic utilities. My priorities are road repairs, stormwater management, and stabilizing our wastewater treatment plant to keep our whole community safe.
What can be done about the flooding during heavy rainstorms in the Riverside Park neighborhood, and would you consider having the township fund the building of a seawall along the Rancocas Creek?
Real leadership means implementing solutions before a predictable crisis hits. I fully support using township funds to build a protective seawall along the Rancocas Creek to safeguard Riverside Park properties. However, a wall is only a partial fix. We must also aggressively clear the heavy accumulation of mud, storm debris, and environmental runoff between the sewer plant and Amico Island. This clogged passage chokes off natural water flow during major storms, and clearing this blockage is vital for long-term flood relief.
What positive new ideas would you bring to the township council?
First, I will bring absolute fiscal discipline to protect taxpayers. We must eliminate wasteful spending on non-essential projects like the million-dollar park restroom or the Route 130 bike lane that comprises 75 driveways. We also need to champion our economy by cutting taxes and red tape for small local businesses.
Second, I will advocate for putting all major capital bonds directly onto local ballots. As a youth coach, I believe in giving people a seat at the table; residents deserve a direct vote on major municipal debt.
What do you like about living in Delran, and why do you enjoy serving the community?
After nearly a decade in Ward 3, I have deep roots here and am proud to raise my family in Delran. It is a beautiful town with an irreplaceable small-town heart. Whether coaching youth sports or volunteering for pediatric cancer organizations, I love how our neighbors look out for one another.
Serving on council means representing every corner of this township. I will work alongside residents to halt overdevelopment, protect our wildlife, and keep Delran a tight-knit town rather than letting it become a city.
Keith Gray Bio: Keith Gray is a husband, father of two, youth coach, volunteer, and proud Delran resident who believes in putting community first. After nearly 10 years in Ward 3, Keith has built strong roots in Delran through coaching recreational sports, supporting local families, and volunteering with organizations that help children battling pediatric cancer. Raised in a military family, Keith learned the importance of service, accountability, and hard work. He is running for Town Council because he believes residents deserve a voice in local government and that real leadership means stepping forward to be part of the solution. Keith is not a politician. He’s a neighbor committed to protecting Delran’s future, supporting families, and making decisions based on what’s best for our community.
Kathy Seravalli | Council Candidate, Ward 2
What do you feel are the most important issues facing Delran Township that need to be addressed?
As a health coach and former small business owner, I view community issues through a lens of sustainability and prevention. A thriving town requires a healthy foundation, and our coreinfrastructure is suffering from years of deferred maintenance. While I look forward to working hard for Ward 2, my responsibility is to legislate for Delran as a whole. We must pivot from aggressive overdevelopment toward fixing what is broken.
My top priority is securing critical stabilization repairs at our wastewater treatment facility, fixing aging sewer lines, and resurfacing local roads.
What can be done about the flooding during heavy rainstorms in the Riverside Park neighborhood, and would you consider having the township fund the building of a seawall along the Rancocas Creek?
My background in preventative health proves it is always better to address the root cause of a problem before it becomes a disaster. I strongly favor funding a seawall along the Rancocas Creek to provide immediate structural defense for vulnerable properties.
At the same time, we must tackle the environmental neglect choking our waterways. We need to dredge the massive buildup of silt, dense sediment, and riverbed deposits between the sewer plant and Amico Island. Clearing this bottleneck is critical to restoring natural water flow.
What positive new ideas would you bring to the township council?
First, I will bring a business owner’s perspective to council, supporting our local economy by reducing taxes and eliminating unnecessary regulations for small businesses. We must pair this with strict fiscal oversight to halt overspending on low-priority projects like the million-dollar Rainbow Meadow restroom or the Route 130 bike lane. Second, my career is built on listening and helping people change. I want to bring that resident-first approach to local government by requiring ballot initiatives for major capital bonds so taxpayers have a direct voice.
What do you like about living in Delran, and why do you enjoy serving the community?
Delran is a remarkably peaceful place, and as a resident and mother of two adult sons, I am deeply invested in its future. My passion is building healthy environments where families can thrive, and running for council is a natural extension of that work. I love our open spaces, local wildlife, and neighborhood character. To preserve this quality of life, we must stand together to halt unnecessary overdevelopment and protect Delran’s irreplaceable town identity from being transformed into a city.
Kathy Seravalli Bio
Kathy is a proud Delran resident, mother of two adult sons, former small business owner, and health coach who is passionate about building a strong, healthy community where families can thrive. She believes that a great community starts with listening to residents, supporting local families, and making decisions that protect Delran’s future. With training in Health Coaching and Nutrition Consulting from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York, Kathy studied a wide range of dietary theories, lifestyle management techniques, and health and wellness practices. Her background in holistic nutrition, health coaching, and preventative health reflects her commitment to helping others make positive changes and build healthier lives. Now, Kathy is bringing that same passion for helping others to her campaign for Town Council in Ward 2. She is running because she loves Delran and wants to preserve what makes it such a special place to live, work, and raise a family. Kathy believes in being accessible to residents, listening to their concerns, and making thoughtful decisions that put the community first. For Kathy, serving on Town Council is an opportunity to work alongside her neighbors to protect Delran’s strengths and build a brighter future for generations to come.
Marlowe Smith | Council Candidate, Ward 3
What do you feel are the most important issues facing Delran Township that need to be addressed?
Affordability remains one of the most important issues facing Delran residents. Zero tax increases for seven years and maintaining the essential services our community relies on, means families and seniors get some relief from rising costs. I believe local government has a responsibility to manage taxpayer dollars carefully. That’s why I am proud to have voted against the mayor’s proposed $300K tax increase and stop tax increases all five years that I served as a Delran Councilman.
What can be done about the flooding during heavy rainstorms in the Riverside Park neighborhood, and would you consider having the township fund the building of a seawall along the Rancocas Creek?
The township has already committed funding toward the study with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, held public town hall meetings, and participated in a study review with the Corps to evaluate stream bank preservation and potential flooding mitigation strategies. Regarding a seawall, we believe any proposed solution must show that it will be effective, cost-effective, meet state and federal environmental standards and evaluated based on engineering recommendations, and the financial impact on taxpayers.
What positive, new ideas would you bring to the Township Council?
I am excited about working with Delran High School students on the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) to hear the ideas that get our young residents energized. This recently approved committee will hold its first meeting on November 17th.
I’m very proud to moderate a presentation on Government 101 that I created to educate students on how the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches work together in New Jersey at the municipal, state level and the Federal Government as well. I also look forward to continuing to bring in County and State leaders to listen to and engage with residents in Townhall settings.
What do you like about living in Delran, and why do you enjoy serving the community?
My wife and I came to Delran because it is a community where families put down roots, neighbors look out for one another, and residents take pride in the place they call home. That’s why we came here, raised our children here, and stayed for the great schools, safe neighborhoods and friendly neighbors. I enjoy learning from my neighbors and all the residents of Delran to try and make things even better.
Marlowe Smith Bio: Being a Delran resident for 23 years, serving as a Councilman since 2021and serving on the Zoning Board for 8 years, helps me to understand what the residents want as we navigate these challenging times. I am proud to have graduated from Penn State University earning both a BA in Marketing and Finance and an MBA in Management. I have spent 15 years with the PECO Governmental Affairs Team. While mentoring young people in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program (Julian Jair), I serve as a co-youth leader with the Abundant Life Fellowship SALT ministry and have authored a book on mentoring called “Superhero in the Mirror.” I am most proud to be a devoted husband to my wife of 25 years, Andrea, and father to my two children Maya, 23, and Aaron, 19.
