Board of Education member Moshe Raitzik has resigned from his position following his recent election to the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, citing a New Jersey law that bars individuals from holding two elected public offices simultaneously.
In a letter submitted Tuesday morning to the Superintendent and district officials, Raitzik said his resignation took effect at 11:59 a.m.
“Due to my recent election to the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, I am required by N.J.S.A. 19:3-5.2 to vacate my current position as a Board of Education member, as it prohibits holding simultaneous elective public offices in New Jersey, since 2007,” Raitzik wrote.
Raitzik, who had served on the Board of Education during a period of significant fiscal and enrollment challenges for the district, thanked colleagues and the community for their support.
“It has been an honor and a privilege to represent the children, parents, and indeed all residents of Lakewood, and I’m grateful for the experience and insights gained during my time on the board,” he said. “I’m proud of the progress we’ve made together and am confident that, under your steady guidance, the Lakewood school district will continue to thrive.”
He also expressed appreciation for the work of district administrators, staff and fellow board members, noting their “collaborative dedication and hard work.”
With Raitzik’s departure, the Board of Education will now begin the process of appointing someone to fill the remainder of his term. In his resignation letter, Raitzik urged board members to select an individual committed to advocating for students.
“I trust that the individual whom you will vote for to complete my term will be one who does not shy away from speaking up to defend and advocate for the students who rely on the board to be their voice,” he wrote.
Raitzik said he is willing to assist in the transition. “If I can be of assistance or provide any information to facilitate a smooth transition, please don’t hesitate to reach out,” the letter concluded.
The Board has not yet announced a timeline for selecting his replacement.
How is this man voted into the fire dept he has no experience has he ran into a fire and saved anyone. No way its another way to clip money i dont support this it should be put in front of the whole public to vote on id like to see his experience please show the public not only jewish votes
Not experienced in firefighting who voted on this hes never fought a fire or saved anyone we need real experience it this role not someone taking public money i disagree on this vote it should be voted on by the public not only the jewish and their friends we should have a say
More hypocrisy, the takeover is evitable !!!