







Media, PA - Michael Straw of Media, declared his candidacy for Borough Council today. Mr. Straw has been endorsed by the Media Borough Republican Committee .





"I have a passion for public service and helping government work for everyone. I have spent the last few years helping other candidates in their own efforts to serve, which has been a rewarding experience. I feel now, however, that I have been presented an opportunity to make a difference in my own right in Media Borough."





" In my candidacy, I will seek to bring a fresh perspective to Media's Borough Council. One that will help us solve the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities that our small town will face in the future."





"One of the primary goals for the Borough Council for the next few years will be to get the 3rd Street Bridge rebuilt and work to rebuild a working relationship with the BLCC. We must work with all of the individuals in the Borough to get the 3rd Street Bridge back to reality and not an entity of the past."





"Secondly, we need to look to the severe parking constraints we are seeing in the Borough and look into different solutions, such as a new parking garage, parking lot, or renovations to current structures, to accommodate an increase in parking demand that we have seen in Media."





"Finally, we need someone who understands what quick growth can do to a community. Having lived in communities that have grown at incredible rates, I know what is necessary to ensure that if this level of growth is sustained, and that we plan ahead and expand our utilities accordingly."





"I believe Media Borough has everything that a thriving community needs to sustain itself; a wonderful arts community, a nightlife that is welcoming to all, recreational opportunities, and a great education system. I want to continue all of what makes our small town great! I also believe that we will be able to enhance and modernize some of the Borough's facilities which will make our community even stronger."



