Become a Member of the Committee

Grassroots representation lies at the heart of our democracy and is the basis for all elected positions, which is why it is important that Committee members take this responsibility seriously and serve the Democratic Party and their community well.

Composition of the Committee

• There are 20 voting districts within the municipality of Princeton and 40 district representatives.

• Each district is represented by two Committee members. 

• District representatives must reside within the voting district they represent and must be registered Democrats.

• Members of the PDMC are also Mercer County Democratic Committee representatives.

• Committee members elect a chair and two vice chairs, who need not be district representatives.

Steps to Become a Committee Member

• Interested individuals should contact the PDMC chair.

• In even election years, the Primary Petition must be submitted to the Princeton Municipal Clerk sixty four (64) days prior to the Primary Election date in order to be listed on the June Primary ballot. For a copy of the petition and a ‘How to Complete the Petition’ guide, visit the Elections Resources page.

• Most members are elected for a two-year term in the June Primary Election in even-numbered years. Your name will be listed as a candidate for Municipal Committee on the Primary Ballot!

• If a Committee vacancy occurs between elections, a member may be appointed to office by a quorum of the Committee. That member will then have to run in the next even election year to be elected to the Committee for another term.