Marlborough Patch Candidate Profile: Mark Vital For Ward 1 City Councilor

MARLBOROUGH, MA — The municipal election is heating up in Marlborough and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office.

Marlborough Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as Election Day draws near.

Mark Vital is on the ballot to be reelected for the Marlborough Ward 1 City Councilor position.

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Mark Vital - Ward 1 Councilor

Age

64

Family

Married 31 years, two sons, Bill and Brian; one daughter, Dorina; three golden love puppies: Hershey, Heath and Rollo

Position sought

Ward 1 Councilor

Educational background

Marlborough High, Clark University for BA in Psychology, MBA in human resources from Rivier University, M.Ed in instructional technology from Framingham University, and Ed.S in educational leadership from UMASS Lowell.

Are you originally from Marlborough?

Born in Marlborough Hospital and delivered by Dr. Temple.

What is your occupation?

Community Outreach Manager at the Advanced Math & Science Academy

Have you previously or currently been elected to an office?

This will be my second term.

Why are you running for the Ward 1 City Councilor position?

I love Marlborough, and there are improvements to be made.

Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ___, and this is what I intend to do about it.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is a strategic plan for the city, and this is what I intend to do about it. I hope to work with the mayor's office to initiate this importantprocess/document.

What sets you apart from other candidates seeking this position?

I am very familiar with Marlborough. I have a strong background in both business and education. I am a "doer" (I get things done).

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

New Fire Station and the new elementary school, tax benefits to seniors, eradicate homelessness and hunger in Marlborough, expand services to veterans.

How does your experience prepare you for success in this position?

20 years in executive HR positions in Fortune and Inc 500 companies, 20+ years in education teaching and coaching Marlborough's youth, three advanced degrees, I have also started two successful non-profits: Sweats for Vets and the Highland City Striders

What else would you like voters to know about yourself?

I am always humbled by my position as councilor, and I am always accessible.

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