Hi. Welcome!

I created this website in 2017 when I first ran for Chester Heights Borough Council to help voters learn about me and my platform. While I didn’t win that election, it marked the beginning of a journey of growth and deeper community involvement.

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In 2018, I joined the University of Delaware and co-founded Chester Heights Neighbors Alliance to inform, engage, and advocate for borough residents. In 2019, I ran for council again and came remarkably close, losing by just 17 votes.

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Driven by a growing passion for public service, I joined the Mid-County Democratic Committee in 2020 and was honored to be appointed vice-chair representing Chester Heights. Following Pennsylvania’s 2020 redistricting, Chester Heights shifted to the PA 160th House District. To better align with local races, our Democrats transitioned to Concord Democrats, forming the Garnet Valley Democratic Committee (GV Dems), where I continue to serve as vice chair.

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In 2021, the third time was the charm and I was elected to Chester Heights Borough Council, where I served for two years as a minority member. During that time, I often acted as a dissenting voice, asking necessary but challenging questions and advocating for transparency and accountability.  The 2023 election brought a welcome change to borough council and in 2024  I was selected to serve as President of Council and also chair the Finance and Administration Committee.

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As President, my focus has been on fiscal responsibility and strengthening communication with residents. One of my proudest achievements was creating a Community Engagement Committee dedicated to transparency and inclusion. Under its new leadership, we doubled the borough email list and transitioned to weekly updates that include agenda notices and meeting highlights. These changes ensure residents have easy access to timely and important information.

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Balancing these responsibilities with the adventures of my four children, now aged 12 to 23, keeps me busy—but it’s a role I cherish. I started sharing meeting notes on my blog, MartaDriscoll.com, in 2020 to provide additional insights into council decisions. With the borough now providing regular updates, my commentary is no longer needed as frequently, but past notes remain on my blog and the Chester Heights Neighbors Alliance website for anyone interested in how key decisions unfolded.

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My 4-year term ends in 2025, and I am proud to announce that I will be running for re-election during the upcoming primary and general elections. I am asking residents to once again put their faith in me and re-elect Marta Driscoll for Chester Heights Borough Council. If you are a Democrat and would like to sign my petition to help me secure a place on the ballot, please email me—I would greatly appreciate your support!

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If you’re a Chester Heights resident who shares my vision for a proactive, collaborative, and forward-thinking council, and would like to join our 2025 ticket, I encourage you to reach out. Together, we can create a brighter and more inclusive future for our community.

Let’s make a difference!