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With the election three weeks away, many voters are just now tuning in and may be overwhelmed by all the choices. Let’s make it easy for them. Here’s a quick and easy action you can take to help elect the 12 candidates endorsed by Vibrant Newton: Simply copy and paste the sample email below and send it to all your friends and neighbors in Newton. Sample "Dear Friend" EmailDear Friends, I am supporting the Vibrant Newton endorsed candidates for City Council and invite you to join me. These candidates know how to get things done. They will be leaders in moving our city forward, advocating for:
There are only a few contested city council races this year. Here’s info on the candidates in these races. At Large – You can vote for all 3 of these candidates, no matter where you live in Newton: Cyrus Dahmubed, at-large from Ward 4, brings new ideas and the perspective of a younger generation to the most pressing issues in the city. He grew up in Auburndale, graduated from Harvard, and is an architect and urban designer. He’ll bring city planning experience the City Council sorely needs. He’s running to protect the homes and small businesses that anchor our neighborhoods and to invest in public transportation, schools, and sustainability. He will focus on smart, community-centered solutions and believes Newton can grow without losing what makes it special. Josh Krintzman, at-large from Ward 4, has served on the Council for 8 years including 4 years as chair of the Program and Services Committee. He has been an advocate for Newton’s parks and recreation fields. He believes that reasonable and appropriate development is essential for building a fiscally sustainable future, as a diverse, inclusive and accessible community. Sean Roche, at-large from Ward 6, has been an advocate for transportation and housing issues for more than 25 years. He has worked for safer roads for cars and people and worked to expand the types of homes allowed in Newton to address both affordability and climate change. He understands that smart development choices are needed to improve the city’s finances to fund our schools and improve our infrastructure. Please vote for all three candidates: both Cyrus and Josh in Ward 4 and Sean in Ward 6. Ward Councilor Races – You must live in the Ward to vote in these races: Garry Miller, for Ward 5, lives in Upper Falls. As a member of the Neighborhood Liaison Committee for Northland, he’s advocated for the community – most recently ensuring Northland would still run a shuttle when they tried to drop it. He’s a Software Engineer and Product Manager; skills that will help him to navigate the city’s bureaucracy for his constituents. He’ll be a strong advocate for diverse housing options and taking action on climate change. Maria Scibelli Greenberg, for Ward 1, is an incumbent who has been successful in getting things done. Her highest priority has always been listening and responding to concerns as well as helping resolve city-related issues for her Ward 1 neighbors in Nonantum and Newton Corner. Recently she obtained funds for the Spears Park Community Garden, a first for the North-side of the city. The park has been hugely successful and now has a waiting list. Please vote for Garry if you live in Ward 5 and Maria if you live in Ward 1. Here’s a printable list to use when you vote: 2025 Newton City Council Candidates Endorsed by Vibrant Newton I encourage you to share this email with your friends and neighbors. Thanks for helping to spread the word. Every vote counts! [Your name] Thank you!Election Day Voting (In-person)Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm Polls across the city will be open on election day, Early Voting (In-person)Polls will be open at City Hall: 1000 Commonwealth Ave., Newton Centre, MA 02459
Vote by MailVote-by-Mail ballots are expected to be mailed out to voters by the second week in October.
If you haven’t filled out an application to receive a Vote-by-Mail ballot, you can:
Register to VoteThe deadline to register to vote in 2025 election is Saturday, Oct. 25 (10 days before the election).
More information at: City of Newton > Government > Elections Host a yard sign for city council candidates in contested races. Fill out the form and we will arrange to get the signs delivered to you.  Join Vibrant Newton in these upcoming events to talk to voters and help distribute palm cards. Monday, Sept 29 - Climate Preparedness Week: Protecting Our Shared Future (7pm - 8pm) Tuesday, Sep 30 - Priced out: The growing challenge of teacher retention and housing costs (7pm - 9pm) Saturday, Oct 4 - League of Women Voters - Saturday Night at the Races (4pm - 6:30pm) Saturday, Oct. 4 - Green Newton's 2025 Environmental Leadership Celebration (6:30 - 9pm) Sunday, Oct 5 - Newtonville Village Day (12pm - 4pm) Saturday, Oct 18 - Area Council Debates (1pm - 5pm) Sunday, Oct 19 - Area Council Debates (1pm - 5pm) Sunday, Oct 19 - Harvest Fair (11am - 4pm) |
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