Joanne Rajoppi, legendary Union County Clerk, dies at 78
Joanne Rajoppi, a legendary figure in Union County politics, passed away at age 78. Rajoppi had an extraordinary 53-year career in New Jersey public service, holding multiple significant positions including Union County Clerk, mayor, and freeholder. Her decades-long tenure in county and municipal government made her one of the most enduring political figures in the region's history.
politics · New Jersey Globe · Jul 16, 2026