With GOP South Shore City Councilman Joseph Borelli leaving office early, a ranked choice, non-partisan special election will be held on April 29 to fill out the final months of his term.

In the running to replace Borelli are WABC Radio host, Community Board 3 member and longtime borough activist Frank Morano; Staten Island educator, environmentalist and Board 3 member Cliff Hagen, and political newcomer Griffin Fossella, son of current Borough President Vito Fossella.

The three met with members of the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com Editorial Board recently, Hagen and Morano in person at the news organization’s Bloomfield headquarters, Fossella joining virtually.

From left, Clifford Hagen, Frank Morano, and Griffin Fossella appear in a composite photo. All three are set to appear in the April 29, 2025 special election for the South Shore City Council seat.(Advance file photos)

There was much common ground among the candidates.

All are opposed to the controversial City of Yes development plan and to the proliferation of........

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