06-07-2025
Meet Rahway's new City Council member
RAHWAY – The City Council has a new member after Darlene Eastman was recently appointed to represent the Second Ward.
Eastman is replacing Second Ward Councilwoman Karla Timmons who stepped down after purchasing a new home in another section of town. Eastman's appointment was confirmed by a City Council unanimous vote during a June 24 special meeting.
A lifelong city resident, Eastman has been an active volunteer in community programs and events.
For more than four decades she has built a reputation for reliability, empathy and dedication, according to city officials. She has worked as a customer service representative for Allary Corp for her entire career, where she focuses on listening to resolve issues.
Eastman has been supporting city youth as a PTA member, team mom, and Pop Warner coordinator. Her commitment to collaboration, responsiveness and unity positions her to serve the Second Ward with heart and purpose, according to city officials.
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City officials also thanked outgoing Councilwoman Timmons for her service for the past two years.
"We're thrilled to welcome Councilwoman Eastman to the team. Her dedication to Rahway and its residents is evident, and I look forward to the positive impact she'll have on our community," stated Mayor Raymond Giacobbe. "As for Councilwoman Timmons, though her seat is changing, her zip code – and her deep connection to the Rahway community – remain the same, and I know she will continue to be a force for good in our city.'
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This article originally appeared on Rahway NJ taps Darlene Eastman for City Council
