Mayor-Elect Solomon Announces Communications Director

Mayor-elect James Solomon has appointed Nathaniel Styer as communications director for his administration, effective January 15, 2026. Styer will oversee internal and external communications strategy for the City of Jersey City.

“Nathaniel brings exactly the experience and expertise our administration needs,” said Solomon. “He has proven he can lead communications through the most challenging circumstances while keeping the public informed and building trust.”

Styer most recently served as press secretary for New York City Public Schools, where he led media relations and digital strategy for the nation’s largest school system. His tenure included communications during the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing crisis management related to school safety and operations.

“I’m honored to join Mayor-elect Solomon’s team at this pivotal moment for Jersey City,” said Styer. “My job is to make sure Jersey City families receive accurate, timely information from their government, can trust that City Hall is operating with full transparency, and that the full diversity of their city is represented in government communications.”

Styer will report directly to Chief of Staff Laura Bustamante and serve as the mayor’s primary liaison to the media and public. His responsibilities will include strategic messaging, crisis response, digital communications, and public engagement.

He holds a degree in public policy from the University of Michigan and began his career as a special education teacher before transitioning into education policy and public sector communications.

Mayor-elect Solomon, who takes office January 15, previously served two terms on the Jersey City Council.