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Andre Sayegh

Political profile

Andre Sayegh

Mayor of Paterson

Current officeholderDemocratic Party

Paterson, New Jersey

Overview

André Sayegh became mayor of Paterson on July 1, 2018. Before that, he represented the Sixth Ward on the City Council from 2008 to 2018. His earlier public-service roles included the Paterson Board of Education and work for state Sen. John Girgenti and U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell.

Sayegh earned a bachelor's degree in History from Seton Hall University. Paterson's official biography also lists a master's degree in Public Policy and Administration from Columbia University. Readers seeking the mayor's office or city services should use Paterson's official municipal website.

Political Career

Mayor of Paterson: 2018–present

Sixth Ward council member: 2008–2018

Education

Bachelor's degree in History, Seton Hall University

Master's degree in Public Policy and Administration, Columbia University

Office details last verified October 21, 2026. Paterson official mayor biography.
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