New Jersey Urban Mayors Association Statement on the Passing of Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver

UNION, N.J. — The New Jersey Urban Mayors Association (NJUMA) mourns the passing of Lt. Governor Sheila Y. Oliver.

The Lt. Governor’s innovative approaches and vision have yielded transformative results in various sectors, be it education, healthcare or housing. Her unwavering dedication to public service has created a ripple effect that will continue to shape statewide policies and initiatives for years to come. As we reflect on her life of service, we are reminded of the importance of compassion, integrity and selflessness in leadership. We take solace in knowing that her legacy endures through the positive impacts she has made.

The NJUMA extends our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and colleagues. May they find comfort in knowing that the Lt. Governor’s legacy will forever live on in the positive changes she brought to the State of New Jersey, particularly in urban communities.

ABOUT THE NEW JERSEY URBAN MAYORS ASSOCIATION

Established in 1991, the New Jersey Urban Mayors Association (NJUMA) is dedicated to working with state and federal lawmakers and officials to develop appropriate and effective public policy measures that benefit the state’s urban centers and to help lawmakers understand how public policy affects New Jersey’s cities and municipalities.

The Urban Mayors Policy Center of the John S. Watson Institute of Urban Policy and Research at Kean University provides support to the NJUMA on a wide range of issues, including providing critical insights and essential analysis of policies, issues and opportunities facing New Jersey’s urban centers.

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