Don't waste hours Googling candidates.
Branch has information on all of your candidates, in one place.

Kristy Marmorato
REPUBLICAN
Kristy Marmorato is running for New York City City Council Member, District 13.
Personal background
Kristy Marmorato is from the Bronx, New York. She has a degree from Eugenio Maria de Hostos Community College. She lives with her family in Morris Park.
Professional background
Kristy is an X-ray technician. She previously spent 24 years in healthcare.
Political background
Kristy is currently a member of the New York City Council, representing District 13. She was first elected in 2023 and is currently serving her first term.
Economy
Supports tax incentives for new businesses, including free or low rent in vacant government office buildings and tax credits.
Supports reducing or eliminating the current income tax.
Supports small businesses and aims to reduce unemployment.
Suggest an edit
Public Services
As a city council member, secured $4 million to renovate the City Island Library.
Suggest an edit
Housing & Urban Development
Opposes up-zoning and overdevelopment, and supports community-centric expansion.
Supports the restoration and development of housing in District 13.
Suggest an edit
Public Safety
Opposes bail reform and plans to "work tirelessly to repeal cashless bail."
Supported installing more than 10 new cameras in District 13, including Ferry Point Park, to improve public safety and deter crime.
As a City Council member, partnered with the Department of Sanitation of New York (DSNY) to install new trash cans in business districts.
Read more...
Suggest an edit
Transportation & Infrastructure
Supports requiring the Department of Transportation (DOT) to consult with the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) before approving open street applications, bicycle lane projects, and major transportation projects.
Suggest an edit
Energy & the Environment
Supports delaying the greenhouse gas emission reduction requirements outlined in Local Law 97 by 7 years.
Suggest an edit
Healthcare
Opposes the distribution of clean syringes and needles by mobile service programs within 450 feet of schools and playgrounds.
Suggest an edit
Education
Supports parental choice in education, small class sizes, and protecting at-risk youth.
Believes the government must ensure policies benefit school systems and youth services in New York City.
Suggest an edit
