As of writing, fellow Filipino Rolando Lavarro – running for Council for Ward A here in Jersey City – is in second place with 1,260 votes behind the incumbent Michael Sottolano (2,021 votes, 39%). Breathing down his neck is candidate Andre Richardson, [...]]]> So, kumusta ang ating manok in the Jersey City 2009 poll results?

As of writing, fellow Filipino Rolando Lavarro – running for Council for Ward A here in Jersey City – is in second place with 1,260 votes behind the incumbent Michael Sottolano (2,021 votes, 39%). Breathing down his neck is candidate Andre Richardson, who is just 21 votes off.

Since absentee and provisional ballots are not counted yet, the numbers might change. A runoff is possible, where he and the leading candidate will go head-to-head for another voting match.

If he wins, Lavarro would be the first Filipino-American to serve on the City Council. However, he was quick to add that he is “running to be the councilman for all people” of Ward A, according to the report of Jersey City Independent staff.

Here’s to hoping that Mr. Lavarro makes the runoff and wins… Mabuhay ang mga Pinoy here in Jersey City!
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Check out Rolando Lavarro’s Facebook.

Mr. Lavarro will join the team of Louis Manzo (JC Mayoral [...]]]> Rolando Lavarro — a Jersey City native and alumnus of St. Paul’s Grammar School and St. Peter’s Preparatory School, announced his candidacy as Councilman of Jersey City, Ward A. His campaign kicked-off last night at Fiesta Grill, located at 819 West Side Avenue.

Mr. Lavarro will join the team of Louis Manzo (JC Mayoral candidate)

Mr. Lavarro is a known community activist, legislative pro, and a funding expert. He is the first Filipino-American to run for city council. So Good luck po!

If you have any photo of Mr. Lavarro, feel free to send it to me at info [at] filipinosinjc [dot] com. I would be glad to post it here.