My name is Rick de Pinho and I am running as an Independent candidate for the Warren Township Committee.  When I last ran for the Township Committee in 2017, there were a number of issues of concern, lack of transparency, controlling taxes, increasing public safety that I felt could be improved upon.  I have chosen to run in 2019 since I still feel all of these issues mentioned and many other still could be improved upon.  I have decided to run in 2019 as the candidate that practices transparency and enables your voice to be heard on the Township Committee.  I will work to listen to our resident’s concerns, communicate early and clearly with our residents about critical issues, and welcome their comments and solutions so that their voices and concerns are received by and considered by the governing body.  I have always wanted to give something back to my community, and believe I can do so by serving on the Township Committee to make Warren the best town to live in in New Jersey.

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I was born and raised in Newark, NJ by a single parent, and have lived in Warren with my wife, Wendy, for over 18 years.  We truly enjoy all that Warren has to offer; from its safety, excellent recreational options, great schools, community/country oriented nature, to its proximity to NYC and the great number of local restaurants and businesses. 

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After graduating high school from Seton Hall Prep, I attended New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), as an Institute Scholar, graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Industrial Engineering and a Master’s of Science in Engineering Management.  I also attended Seton Hall University Law School graduating with a Juris Doctor in Law.

 

I worked at the Port Authority of NY & NJ in various capacities from Management & Budget, Engineering and Law.  I taught, as an adjunct professor, both undergraduate and graduate level classes in Systems Analysis, Engineering, and Computer Science at NJIT.  I negotiated patent licensing agreements while working at a number of technology companies such as Lucent Technologies/Bell Labs, Telcordia/Bellcore, LSI and Avago/Broadcom, with my most recent work as a Senior Licensing Executive/Attorney negotiating multi-million dollar licensing agreements. 

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My education as an engineer enhanced my skills as a natural problem solver and my law school training enabled me to spot key issues and advocate positions.  My varied work experience provided me with opportunities to travel throughout the world where I gained valuable cultural insights and learned diverse ideas and approaches.  I served as a volunteer on the NJIT Alumni Association Board in various positions for many years, including serving consecutive terms as President of the NJIT Alumni Association.  My various experiences have prepared me to be able to serve with a creative mind and to be flexible while working in a committee environment such as on Warren’s Township Committee.

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In summary, I will work to make Warren an even better town to live in.  I am devoted to listening to the concerns of all our residents and to being accessible and approachable.  I hope to use my background and skills to address and solve the issues facing our town and its residents.  Although some issues may be beyond the control of our Township Committee, I will work to make sure our residents' concerns are heard by other governing bodies (Congressman, State & County officials, Utility Companies, Postal Service, etc.) who can address and mitigate such. 

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My agenda is solely to serve the residents of Warren.  I am a firm believer in being transparent and what you see is what you get.  I’ll strive to be fair, independent and earn your trust if given the chance to serve the township.