Christie Heads to Howell Wednesday for Town Hall Meet

Gov. Chris Christie will take questions from residents at a town hall meeting Wednesday in Howell.

Doors at the old Southard School (now home to the ) will open at 2:15 p.m., with the meeting scheduled to start at 3 p.m.

Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis and, according to a news release from the governor's office, those in attendance are encouraged to bring their family, friends and neighbors to the forum. 

Howell Township Manager Helene Schlegel said she was looking forward to the governor coming to town. "We are excited and honored that he has chosen Howell to do one of his town hall meetings, giving the residents an opportunity to interact with their governor in an informal setting," she said. 

Howell Deputy Mayor William Gotto said, "It's always a big deal anytime you get the recognition from a governor coming to your town to talk about local issues."

Christie has held similar meetings not only across the state but also in the local area appearing in towns such as , Lakewood and  The governor most recently at the Republican National Convention.

Those interested in attending are encouraged to call the governor's office at 609-777-2500. The township also has set up a link to RSVP through its website.