Tammy Williams is an ENTREPRENEUR and COMMUNITY CHAMPION who is committed to and improving the well-being and health of adults and children. She believes that by working together “Everything Is Possible”.
Community Leadership That Brings People Together
For nearly a decade, Tammy Williams has been committed to building a stronger, more connected West Orange through service, collaboration, and community leadership.
Beginning as Chair of the West Orange Human Relations Commission in 2016, Tammy worked to foster understanding, celebrate diversity, and create opportunities for residents to come together. Under her leadership, the Commission strengthened partnerships throughout the community, enhanced the Township's annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, and launched initiatives that celebrated the rich diversity of West Orange, including the community's first Black Business Block Party in the Valley.
As Councilwoman, Tammy has continued to champion initiatives that reflect the values of inclusion, respect, and belonging. In 2022, alongside West Orange Police Officer Karen Mango, she helped lead the historic painting of the Town Hall Pride Walkway, reaffirming West Orange's commitment to welcoming and celebrating every resident.
But Tammy's commitment to community extends far beyond any single initiative.
She has founded the West Orange Stop Suicide Advocacy Coalition (WOSAC), helping establish one of New Jersey's leading community partnerships for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. She has served in leadership roles with the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, West Orange Arts Council, Health Care Foundation of the Oranges, NAACP, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and numerous civic, educational, and nonprofit organizations, bringing people together to improve the quality of life for all residents.
Tammy believes the strongest communities are built when neighbors work together, government listens, and everyone has a seat at the table.
That is The West Orange Advantage.
July 4th at West Orange High School with West Orange's Finest - 2026
Humberto's In The Valley Ribbon Cutting
Pride in West Orange
Economic Opportunity
Growing West Orange's Economy Strengthening Our Neighborhoods
A strong local economy benefits every resident. It creates jobs, supports our small businesses, expands our commercial tax base, strengthens property values, and helps reduce the burden on homeowners.
As a business professional, Real Estate Broker with more than twenty years of experience, Councilwoman, and former Planning Board member, Tammy Williams understands that thoughtful economic development is about more than new construction. It is about creating opportunities while preserving the character and quality of life that make West Orange such a special place to live.
Tammy believes economic development should be strategic, transparent, and community-driven. Every investment should strengthen our neighborhoods, support existing businesses, attract new employers, and create long-term value for residents.
As Mayor, Tammy will focus on building an economy that works for everyone.
Always Present. Always Engaged. Always Working for West Orange.
Community leadership isn't measured by one event. It's measured by consistently showing up, building relationships, and working alongside residents to make our township stronger.
For nearly a decade, Tammy Williams has been actively involved in every corner of West Orange. Whether serving on the Township Council, organizing community events, promoting local businesses, preserving our history, advocating for mental health, or supporting neighborhood initiatives, Tammy believes leadership begins by being present.
Her commitment extends far beyond Council meetings.
It is reflected in the organizations she leads, the partnerships she builds, and the countless community events where she stands alongside residents, businesses, nonprofits, schools, faith leaders, and volunteers working together to improve West Orange.
Because a thriving community isn't built from behind a desk.
It is built by listening, collaborating, and showing up.
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Tammy has a history of serving the West Orange community and is active in numerous community and service-based organizations. She was driven to help others after the premature death of her younger sister. Tammy leads the West Orange (STOP) Suicide Advocacy Coalition (WOSAC), whose mission is to gather and streamline public education, supportive services, training, and intervention resources related to suicides in the Township of West Orange and beyond. Annually, WOSAC hosts an annual 5K Run/Walk to raise community awareness. The Foundation provides mental health training workshops to the West Police & Fire Departments and West Orange Schools Counselors, hosts mental wellness activities, and was recognized with a Township Proclamation for providing relevant community awareness and prevention strategies.
The mission of the West Orange Stop Suicide Advocacy Coalition (WOSAC) is to raise awareness, provide education, and offer resources to prevent suicide within the community. The coalition is dedicated to supporting individuals in crisis and fostering a culture of open dialogue around mental health and suicide prevention.
The WOSAC 5K race supports the mission of the West Orange (stop) Suicide Advocacy Coalition (WOSAC) which increases access to suicide awareness and prevention resources and support services in the Township of West Orange. Like too many others gone too soon who struggled with a reason to hold on, we will RUN to encourage others to ask for help and know that they are loved.
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