2025 Boro Council Candidates  

FAIR HAVEN DEMOCRATS ANNOUNCE CHRISTINA MALECKI & HAROLD BAKER AS CANDIDATES FOR FAIR HAVEN BOROUGH COUNCIL

Longtime Residents with Deep Roots and Proven Experience, Committed to Preserving Fair Haven’s Traditions, Protecting Green Spaces, and Building a Safer, Transparent Future

Fair Haven, NJ – Friday, May 14, 2025 – Christina Malecki and Harold Baker proudly announced their candidacies for Fair Haven Borough Council on the Democratic ticket.

“I’m excited to announce my candidacy for Borough Council in the upcoming November election,” said Christina Malecki. “Fair Haven has been my home since 1992, and I have a deep appreciation for its history, strong sense of community, and the values that make it such a special place to live and raise a family.”

A graduate of Sickles, Knollwood, and Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School—where she met her husband—Malecki went on to play lacrosse at Bentley University and built a successful career in the tech industry. She has held roles at an IBM company, Yelp, a startup, and a Swedish software firm, gaining experience in digital sales, technology resourcing, and business strategy.

Currently a board member of the Fair Haven Historic Association, Malecki is committed to preserving the town’s historic charm while supporting responsible, thoughtful improvements. Her priorities include public safety, safer streets, well-maintained open spaces, strong schools, and a transparent, responsive local government.

Harold Baker, a Fair Haven resident since 2007, is a graduate of Rutgers University and Brooklyn Law School. After starting his career as a manager at a Hess gas station, he became an attorney focused on criminal defense, civil rights, and personal injury litigation. Known for his even-handed approach and ability to build consensus, Baker is a familiar face in the community, having coached multiple local youth sports teams.

“I love Fair Haven’s small-town feel, its walkability, and its schools,” said Baker. “From the Baseball Parade and Fair Haven Day to crabbing off the dock and the Fireman’s Fair, I care deeply about the people and traditions that make this town special. I’m committed to improving services and programming for residents of all ages.”

Together, Malecki and Baker bring over 60 years of combined residency in Fair Haven and a shared passion for serving the community. As parents, professionals, and civic volunteers, they are eager to give back and help shape the future of the town they call home.

“The Fair Haven Democrats are proud to announce the candidacies of Christina and Harold—longtime residents whose deep roots in our community, combined with their professional expertise, make them invaluable additions to the Borough Council,” said Erin Howard, Chair of the Fair Haven Democrats.

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The Fair Haven Democratic Municipal Committee (Fair Haven Dems) promotes the Democratic Party in Fair Haven, NJ. The Committee encourages the selection of Democratic candidates for office that uphold the principles of transparency, high ethical standards, and good government. Committee members and officers advocate the principles of the Democratic Party and are committed to making Fair Haven the best place to live, work and raise a family. This includes mobilizing Democrats to vote at a grass roots, state, and national level.