SECAUCUS — According to officials at the recent council meeting on Tuesday, July 26, Mayor Michael Gonnelli is still recovering, and is moving around a lot more after he suffered a stroke on Wednesday, June 8. Gonnelli has not spoken publicly since suffering the stroke at home last month and being taken to the hospital. A week later, he was moved to a rehabilitation center.
The council said he is most likely driving now, but still needs his rest. He should return to Town Hall in September, but this schedule hasn’t been finalized, officials said. The council still wants residents to refrain from visiting him, and send any wishes, card, of gifts to him at Town Hall.
The Town Council and town cdministration are still addressing questions, comments and/or concerns from residents for the time being. For any needs, contact the appropriate department listed on the website or call Town Administration at (201) 330-2005. Gary Jeffas, the 1st Ward councilman and most senior council member, is handling his mayoral duties as necessary, just as if Gonnelli were on vacation,.
Gonnelli is a lifelong Secaucus resident who served as the supervisor of public works before becoming mayor. His four-year term began in 2013.
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