My name is Marek Broderick, and I am running for reelection to Burlington’s City Council in Ward 8 on March 3rd. It has been an honor to serve our city during my first two-year term, and I am seeking to continue representing Ward 8, and continuing our fight to put people and planet before profit.
Before entering public office, I witnessed firsthand how capitalism exploits working people, starting with my own experiences as a renter and student, then as an organizer. It is no secret that Burlington is unaffordable for the majority of its residents. As a proud Democratic Socialist, I know that for our city to work for everyone, it must be one we can all afford and thrive in. Over the last two years, I have fought to enforce tenant protection laws on our college campuses and beyond, stop the privatization of Burlington's recycling, and rezone Burlington to build abundant housing.
I have also taken pride in the more direct work of meeting my constituents’ immediate needs. This means everything from helping tenants secure adequate heating in their apartments to assisting residents in navigating our city’s bureaucracy.
I am proud to represent Burlington because Burlington is my home, and the work isn't done. If I am reelected this March, I will continue to fight to make Burlington a city we all can call home.
