Overview

Dwayne D. Warren is the mayor of Orange, New Jersey. He was first elected to the position in 2012 and has been reelected in subsequent municipal elections. As mayor, he oversees the administration of municipal government, including budgeting, economic development initiatives, and local public services in the City of Orange Township.

Before becoming mayor, Warren served on the Orange City Council representing the city’s East Ward. His work in municipal government has included participation in legislative decisions involving redevelopment, municipal services, and community programs.

Warren is an attorney by profession. After earning his law degree, he served as a judicial law clerk to Superior Court Judge Kenith D. Bloom. He later worked as a prosecutor with the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office before entering private legal practice. He became a partner at the law firm Warren and Tosi, P.C., where his work included advising nonprofit organizations and public sector entities on legal and governance matters.

Political Career

Mayor, Orange (2012-present)

Councilman, East Ward, Orange City Council (prior to 2012)

Key Policy Areas

Urban redevelopment and economic development

Public safety and criminal justice

Housing and neighborhood revitalization

Municipal finance and budgeting

Community development programs

Notable Actions / Initiatives

Elected mayor of Orange in 2012 and reelected in subsequent municipal elections.

Participated in redevelopment initiatives aimed at revitalizing commercial and residential areas within Orange.

Oversaw municipal administration and city services during his tenure as mayor.

Advanced community development and infrastructure projects within the city.

Education

University of Massachusetts Amherst, B.A., Political Science

Rutgers Law School, J.D.

Certificate in Municipal Finances – Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, Rutgers University

Personal

Birth date: Not publicly available

Residence: Orange, Essex County, New Jersey