Charting Our Future Together: This morning, I shared my vision for Princeton's next chapter live on Instagram. If you missed it, catch the replay to hear about our accomplishments and the exciting journey ahead as I announce my candidacy for a second term as Mayor. Your voice and support are key to our continued success. Let’s shape the future of Princeton together! #MarkFredaforMayor #PrincetonForward
A few more pictures from my ride, of course including a fire truck responding to a call! Did my personal best for most miles in a day with about 690 covered yesterday. Now I get to work through a week’s worth of emails this weekend.
Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad’s Taste for Life event last night. Great nonprofit serving Princeton since 1939. Well worth supporting, pfars.org. Thanks to all the sponsors, all that attended and all the food and beverage providers on hand. Fun night!! Held at Springdale Golf Club,fine choice for an event.
Princeton Podcast has just released our 73rd episode! This podcast is with Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman. Learn about her left, how she got into politics and her career in the NJ General Assembly and as a Congresswoman. Listen in!!
Princeton Area Community Foundation annual fund holder meeting this morning. Very informative introduction by President & CEO Mathieu Nelessen outlining PACF’s mission, vision and capabilities. Followed by a review of the financials over several different time periods. A great place to park your donor advised fund, or your nonprofit endowment and so on.
In episode 73 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda talks with Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman about her life, her extensive career in public service, and her recent decision to retire.
Episode link in bio!
Bonnie Watson Coleman shares touching stories of growing up in Ewing Township, where her family’s generosity and her grandfather’s decency deeply shaped her character. She never planned to run for office. Instead, she entered electoral politics to honor her late father, a decision so profound that she felt his presence beside her during her very first Assembly speech.
During her time in the New Jersey General Assembly, Bonnie Watson Coleman championed fair housing and second-chance reentry legislation. After moving to Congress in 2015, she maintained a fierce focus on her district and worked tirelessly to elevate the issue of youth mental health. She managed to prioritize these critical needs despite navigating an increasingly partisan environment.
Congresswoman Coleman will be retiring at the end of this year to spend more time with her family. She leaves future candidates with a powerful piece of advice: public service is a demanding job that must remain centered on constituent needs, always valuing everyone equally.
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Event honoring Mark Merkovitz’s retirement as Executive Director of The Jewish Federation of Princeton Mercer Bucks last night. Very large crowd. Wishing Mark well in his retirement. Thanks to the event sponsors and event committee.
Princeton Garden Tour on Saturday June 13th, 11am to 4pm. Brought to you by Morven Museum & Gardens and the Historical Society of Princeton. Tickets available from both their websites. A great way to spend the day!!!
Mental Health Awareness Month Flag raising yesterday! Thanks to all that organized and attended this event. All of the organizations pictured offer services, if you need help, ask for help. We all need a hand from time to time.
