Elizabeth Marchese Announces Candidacy for Saugus Town Meeting, Precinct 6

I am excited to announce my candidacy for Saugus Town Meeting Member, Precinct 6. Serving our community is a privilege, and I am committed to bringing a thoughtful, solutions-oriented voice to Town Meeting that reflects the priorities of all residents in our neighborhood.

I have lived in Precinct 6 since 2001, raising my three sons as first-generation Saugonians. My professional experience as an attorney and business manager, combined with years of volunteer service — including serving as President of Saugus American Little League and Saugus Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading — has given me a deep understanding of the needs of our community.

I also served two terms on the Saugus School Committee and was honored as Saugus Person of the Year in 2018 by Essex Media Group for my positive impact working with the youth of Saugus. I believe in accountable government, responsible budgeting, and open communication between residents and their elected representatives. Through this campaign, I hope to continue fostering a strong, engaged, and thriving Precinct 6.

If elected, my priorities will focus on:

• Town Funding & Major Projects: Conducting a comprehensive review of our budget, grants, and spending, including how free cash is funded and allocated, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for major initiatives such as the proposed West Side Fire Station and the Northeast Vocational School Child project.
• Education: Advocating for essential and adequate funding for our schools, giving students and teachers the resources they need to succeed and thrive in a supportive learning environment. This includes a deep dive into Chapter 70 funds and Chapter 19 Chargebacks.
• Traffic & Safety: Promoting traffic enforcement and safety measures around our schools, while addressing concerns about the rail trail and cut-through streets that affect our daily lives.
• Seniors & Fixed-Income Residents: Ensuring that the voices of our senior citizens are heard and their needs acted upon, particularly regarding debt exclusions, overrides, and tax impacts on those living on fixed incomes.
• Town Workforce & Essential Positions: Monitoring and advocating for the filling of essential town positions, including critical roles such as the Town Planner, to ensure our government functions efficiently and serves the community effectively.
• Zoning and Building: Balancing responsible development with the preservation of open spaces. I support growth that encourages new businesses and boosts tax revenue while protecting the character and environment of our neighborhoods.

I believe Saugus can thrive when growth, safety, education, fiscal responsibility, and effective town administration work hand-in-hand. I promise to analyze, ask questions, and advocate for solutions that benefit all residents of Precinct 6 and the town as a whole.

I would be honored to earn your support and your vote for Town Meeting Member. Please reach out with your thoughts or questions:

Telephone: 781-632-7126

Email: em*********@***oo.com

Thank you,

Elizabeth Marchese

Candidate for Town Meeting Member – Precinct 6, Saugus