About Carmen
Carmen's Story
A first generation Italian-American, and 50-year resident of Gibbstown, Carmen Zampaglione's strong work ethic and business acumen stems from a disciplined young adulthood, where Carmen served as a mason for the family-owned construction business. In 1996, Mr. Zampaglione opened Carmen’s Deli in Gibbstown, with a business model focused on both retail food service, and catering. Mr. Zampaglione is an experienced businessman, and unfortunately in 2011 was diagnosed with lung cancer which caused the closing of Carmen’s Deli. With the Grace of God, and his will to fight, he is now cancer-free for 12 years. He is presently employed by GCUA as a heavy equipment operator, and a Local 380 United Steel Worker’s Member.
Carmen Zampaglione served Greenwich Township as a Planning Board Member and served on the Environmental Committee. He is currently the Municipal Chairman of the Greenwich Township Republican Organization, and President of the Gibbstown Republican Club. Mr. Zampaglione is a very informed and proactive resident of Gibbstown, knowing firsthand what needs to be done to improve quality of life for Gibbstown residents.
Mr. Zampaglione helped co-author a bill with Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer which was introduced to the Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee, addressing the 40 years of neglect, flooding, stagnant water, and increased number of mosquitos, plaguing Gibbstown and surrounding areas. Flooding has caused some residents and property taxpayers to lose their backyard in feet, not inches. Resident’s sump pumps run continuously, raising their energy bill, and flood insurance, ultimately raising the cost of living.
Mr. Zampaglione brought this issue to Assemblywoman Sawyer and worked with her for over 6 months making sure the problem is resolved, and does not keep reoccurring. One-third of the 63 species of mosquitos found in New Jersey feed on human blood, and are active April through October, with eggs laid in stagnant water, posing a negative impact on quality of life for Gibbstown residents.
By assisting in promoting bipartisan bills in Trenton, Mr. Zampaglione remains focused on the residents of Gibbstown. Unelected, Mr. Zampaglione helped co-author a bill in Trenton, benefiting the residents and taxpayers.
“We can get things done by putting the people first, not the politicians.”
- Carmen Zampaglione
Carmen Zampaglione is a 50-year resident, serving on the Planning Board and Environmental Committee.