City of Rahway Announces Resignation of Councilwoman Vannie Parson; Karla Timmons Selected to Fill Vacancy

RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway has announced that 3rd Ward Councilwoman Vannie Deloris Parson formally submitted her resignation through a letter to the Municipal Clerk, effective April 22, 2026. Mayor Raymond Giacobbe and the Rahway Municipal Council offered their sincere gratitude to Councilwoman Parson for her years of service and commitment to the Rahway community. They said, "During her time on Council, [Parsons] contributed to initiatives that supported residents across the 3rd Ward and beyond. She was the first African American woman to be elected to the Rahway Municipal Council and served as Council President in 2023-2024."At the Council meeting on May 4, members of the council unanimously selected Karla Timmons to fill the vacancy and begin representation of the 3rd Ward. Karla Timmons previously represented the City’s 2nd Ward from May 2023 to June 2025. A City representative said, “Timmons returns to the Council with valuable experience and a deep understanding of Rahway’s community and municipal operations. Her prior service, combined with her continued involvement in local initiatives, positions her to step into the role with immediate impact. Timmons brings a strong commitment to leadership, community engagement, and advancing initiatives that improve quality of life for residents.”Mayor Giacobbe added, “We thank Councilwoman Vannie Deloris Parson for her service to Rahway and wish her the very best. At the same time, we are proud to welcome Karla Timmons back to the Council. Her experience, knowledge of our community, and dedication to public service make her well-prepared to serve the residents of the 3rd Ward and help move our city forward.”[Don’t miss any TAPinto Rahway news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.]