MEET GEORGE

A U.S. Army and NJ National Guard Veteran, George Cook has dedicated his life to service, leadership, and mentorship. He served nine years on the Hillside Board of Education, including four as President, and later as Vice President of the Hillside Municipal Council. He championed transparency by sponsoring ordinances that improved cleanliness and expanded public access to meetings. His leadership extended to resolutions supporting Black Lives Matter, a Civilian Review Board, COVID-19 tax relief, and community recognition efforts. Beyond government, Cook has been a steadfast mentor as a youth coach, Cub Scout leader, and advocate for education. His life’s work has been rooted in serving Hillside with honor and purpose.

"I'm running for council at large for one simple reason. I love the township I grew up in and want to see it thrive instead of barely surviving. I have served as a council member, school board member, recreation coach, and on various committees to make Hillside better, and I know that I can make a difference with my proven work ethic and know-how. I'm not running for myself; I'm running to save Hillside."