RE: OPEN LETTER FROM MAYOR CABA TO THE CITY OF PERTH AMBOY RESIDENTS
Dear Residents,

It is with the most profound concern that I write this letter about an investigation launched by the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office.  Regrettably, I learned of the arrest of a campaign worker for three Perth Amboy City Council candidates and three Perth Amboy Board of Education candidates.  This individual was arrested and charged with bribery.

One of my Administration's highest priorities is restoring trust and confidence in local government.  The illegal vote-buying operation that a campaign has allegedly engaged in, undermines that mission and does great harm to our community. 

There is no place for voter fraud in Perth Amboy.  I thank the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office for exposing this alleged illegal behavior. I expect the Prosecutor's Office to hold those responsible accountable, and I encourage anyone who knows of any other credible incidents of voter fraud to come forward and contact law enforcement immediately.

The conduct of those involved does not represent our city and what we stand for. Our focus remains on public safety, improving the quality of our local services for our residents, and strengthening our capacity with fiscal responsibility and transparency for a transformative and thriving future.

The Middlesex County Prosecutor's investigation is active and continuing. Anyone with information is to call Detective Shadi Zaiton of the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office at (732) 745-4263.

Sincerely,
Helmin J. Caba

Copy of letter available here in Spanish.