Gary DeMarzo was chosen to serve as

Mayor by his fellow Commissioners in 2009 and has been a resident of Wildwood for over 20 years.  DeMarzo has served as a Wildwood Commissioner since 2007 and previously served on the Wildwood School Board.

His diverse educational background includes;

• MPA, Masters in Public Administration, Rutgers University
  

• New Jersey State Certified Elected Official.
  

• Numerous  Rutgers Governmental Certifications including Municipal Finance, Municipal Budgeting, Labor Relations, Eminent Domain, Powers and Duties of Elected Officials
  

• BA, Liberal Arts, concentration in Communications. Glassboro State College.
  

• Semester of International education in London, England.
  

• The New Jersey State Police Academy, 197th Municipal Class, Recipient of the Father Robert F. Grady Award for “Highest Academic Average.”
  

A retired police officer, Mayor DeMarzo holds a New Jersey Teachers Certificate of Eligibility for the elementary level as well as a Substitute Teacher Certification. He is also a licensed New Jersey Realtor.

Gary is a commercially licensed Helicopter Pilot and own a Part 135 Helicopter Charter Corporation that provides helicopter flight services to the Tri-State area.

DeMarzo extends his public service to include working as an Appointed Member of the Cape May County School Boards Association, an Alternate to the NJSBA Board of Directors and an appointed member of the Cape May County AVA (Audio Visual Aids) Commission.

In His Own Words:

Why do you want to serve as a Wildwood City Commissioner:                                                                          We campaign under the mantra of Progress Made, Promises Keep. Together we are mission driven to lower taxes, grow commerce, strive for efficiency and hold ourselves and those who work for the community accountable. Commissioner Harshaw, myself and now joining us, Mrs. Dara Baltuskonis are the only team to show proven results in just less than 16 months.

In this short time we have addressed issues that were more than a decade old. We have embarked on reforms that have Lowered Taxes and Reduced Flooding. We have entered into public private partnerships that have brought a $2 million Boardwalk Grand Entrance as well as a $1 million Boardwalk Bike Ramp. We have converted a $10 million liability into a nationally recognized Solar Park. This 32 million dollar ecological wonder will be at virtually NO cost to the taxpayer. Solar Bay will create tax revenue, green energy and jobs. 

We have become agents of change and cannot abandon our goals or the people that have put their faith and support behind our cause. We must now be allowed to continue the great work that we have begun and allow the City to enjoy the monumental successes that have been put into motion.

Gary DeMarzo

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Vote May 10, 2011

Ed "Chip" Harshaw

Dara Baltuskonis

Edward Harshaw has been a lifelong resident of Wildwood and has always been very proud

to be a resident. He attended Wildwood Public School’s where he Graduated June 1968. Edward attended Glassboro State College (Rowan University) and graduated in 1973 with his Bachelor of Art’s Education (Social Studies). Recently he has noticed a negative change of attitude in our elected officials as well as the unchecked spending of taxpayers dollars in a time when it is necessary to be a bit more frugal.

He is currently employed at Cape May Technical High School, Cape May Court House, New Jersey. He has always been very active in the community. Edward has been a Board Member, Vice-President and President of the Wildwood Board of Education. He has also been a Member and Chairman of the Juvenile Conference Committe for New Jersey Superior Courts. In addition to his roles in the community, Edward has been coach, Member and President of the Wildwood Islanders.

Edward Harshaw is married to Liberty D Harshaw. Their children are Edward, Jr. United States Navy, Lana, Graduated 2007 from Hofstra University and Christina, Currently enrolled at Berkley College (Senior).

Dara has been a resident of Wildwood for the past 22 years

and is currently employed as Senior Correctional Officer, State of NJ Dept. of Corrections.

In her own words:

During my career I have attended approximately 400 hours of courses and training in the Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement field, including Contract Negotiations.  I am a strong believer in education, and intend to continue expanding my education. I am currently serving on the Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board, and I am the Vice Chair of the Wildwood Citizens Advisory Board.

I applaud the progress made by Mayor DeMarzo and Commissioner Harshaw. They have lowered taxes and made great strides in bringing reforms to our local government. I too will continue the efforts they have made and support their continuing commitment to lower taxes. City government needs to be held accountable to the taxpayers and just like us the government needs to live within a realistic and affordable budget.

I bring a unique perception and particular set of skills that will benefit the community. As Senior Correctional Officer I will be able to use my knowledge of civil service to add another level of input and approach to unique issues. As a member of the Planning/ Zoning Board and Vice Chair of the Community Advisory Board I have listened and participated in solving the problems as well as helping to facilitating the growth of our community. I have raised my family in the City of Wildwood, sent my children to Wildwood High School, and I have enjoyed all the love and support of this community. I have a proven track record of success and I have pledged my honesty, diligence and energy to the City of Wildwood. I am proud to join them in driving taxes down and creating commerce while bringing a balance to our great City.