Hopewell Citizens for Better Government
Our Future Deserves A Fresh Look

A Non-Partisan Independent Team
Dedicated to an open and transparent process that puts residents first.

Chad Goerner #9E
Former Princeton Mayor & Financial Consultant
A Hopewell resident for over 13 years, Chad spearheaded Princeton’s consolidation — a process that reviewed all 12+ forms of municipal government structures available in New Jersey. He knows firsthand how demanding, and how worthwhile, a serious structural review can be.

Michael Markulec #7E
Former Township Mayor & School Board Member
Former Mayor of Hopewell Township and former Hopewell Valley Regional School District Board member. Deep roots in the township's civic life, and a working knowledge of how its government actually functions day to day.

Tamera Matteo #3E
Small Business Owner & Community Advocate
Mercer County Woman of Achievement Award recipient; bringing grassroots community experience and a strong voice for families. A resident-first perspective, grounded in the everyday experience of living and working in Hopewell Township.

Stephen Klopfer #2E
Financial & Program Manager
A financial and program management professional with deep experience evaluating organizational processes, work structures, and capabilities — the exact skill set a thorough government study calls for.