CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) - Camden, New Jersey, Mayor Dana Redd says she won’t be seeking a third term in office.
The 49-year-old Democrat announced her intentions Wednesday on the steps of City Hall, saying it’s time for her to “begin a new journey” in her life.
The Camden native served on the City Council and was a state senator before she was first elected mayor in 2009.
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During her time in office she has overseen the dissolution of the Camden Police Department, which was replaced by a county regional force that patrols only Camden. She also oversaw the start of a business development boom spurred by the Grow New Jersey program, which rewards employers who invest in struggling cities.
Redd has endorsed City Council President Frank Moran to replace her.
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This story has been corrected to show the mayor’s name is Dana, not Dan.
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