Summer Jones

Summer Jones is an esteemed Township of South Orange Village Trustee member, serving her second term as a City Council member after her reelection in May 2023. Her extensive understanding of the objectives and requirements of the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) makes her an ideal liaison between the town and the organization. Summer is a dedicated advocate for community engagement, as evidenced by her position as the chair of South Orange’s Strategic Partnership and Citizen Engagement standing committee and her membership in the Recreation and Cultural Affairs and the Health and Public Safety standing committees. Additionally, she serves as a liaison to the Community Relations Committee, Arts and Cultural Events, and the Historic Preservation Committee.

Summer exhibits exceptional leadership skills as the Associate Vice President for Technical Support Services at Montclair State University. She skillfully manages a team of 30 technicians, contributing to the university’s technological achievements. As a proud resident of South Orange, Summer is deeply committed to encouraging active participation within her community. Having attended Seton Hall University in the 90s, Summer has witnessed firsthand the incredible transformation that has taken place within the community over the years. She has developed many close friendships through her involvement in the SOMA Book Club and as a softball player with the SOMA Sports and Social group founded by one of the residents. She is also a valued member of the NAACP of Oranges and Maplewood.  In her free time, she loves to explore new places and travel extensively. She also has a green thumb and enjoys growing her vegetables in her garden.