Tom Broderick, Town Council, District 5

I’m a social studies teacher, husband, and proud Democrat. As an educator, I’ve spent years coaching cross country and track, mentoring new teachers, and guiding students through our regional History Day contest. I believe deeply in public service and giving back to the community, and I’m excited for the opportunity to do so as part of the Trumbull Town Council. Teachers use “backward design” to set goals first and then chart the steps to achieve them—a process I want to bring to town government. For example, if we want a more walkable and bikeable Trumbull, we must first articulate that vision, then determine the best path to get there.

  • Trumbull is a great town, and I’m running to make it even better. I became a social studies teacher because I believe in civic participation and the public good, and I want to help do my part by serving the people of Trumbull.

    My vision for Trumbull is that of a truly “connected community.” I see a Trumbull where everyone belongs, where children can walk and bike safely across town to visit friends, seniors have a dignified place to gather, and our parks continue to be beautiful areas for people to spend time together. I also hope to see a Trumbull that has a mix of housing options for every stage of life: places for our seniors to age without leaving the community, places for our graduates to come back and start their careers, and places for our families to put down roots and take advantage of our incredible schools.

    The Tesoro administration has steadily invested in the town and kept our finances stable despite outside challenges, and I hope to be a part of that moving forward.

  • My top priority is making Trumbull a more walkable and bikeable community. That includes expanding our sidewalk network, connecting our parks and trails as part of a network, and making the crossings that do exist safer.

    I also want to ensure that Trumbull remains a community where everyone is welcome, and I want to continue the Tesoro administration’s steady stewardship of town finances and investments in our parks, schools, and civic spaces.

  • Connecticut History Day Volunteer, Sleeping Giant Park Association and West Rock Ridge Park Association member, cross country/track coach, Connecticut Road Safety Group, state social studies standards writer, Connecticut Council for the Social Studies member

  • Trumbull's neighborhoods, parks and people set it apart. My wife and I were drawn to Trumbull—and District 5 in particular—because we can have the privacy and space of a backyard but still say hello to our neighbors as we grill or walk our dog. When we feel like leaving the neighborhood, we're an easy walk or jog from Twin Brooks Park and the Rail Trail. But most of all, we’ve met the nicest, most down-to-earth people in this town, and we're so happy to have bought our home in this community.

Fun Facts

What’s a fun fact about you? I’m an avid local hiker, and I’ve earned the “Giant Master” badge from the Sleeping Giant Park Association for hiking all 32 miles of the park's blazed trails, and I’m currently working on the Connecticut Forest and Park Association’s Blue-Blazed Hiking Trail Challenge (I’ve completed 320 miles of the daunting 825 total!).

What's your favorite place in Trumbull? I love so many places in Trumbull, including Twin Brooks, Beach Memorial, and the rail trail, but nowhere elevates me more than the Blue Trail along the Pequonnock River. I think it’s the most beautiful path in the entire state, and I never feel calmer or more connected to nature than when I’m walking there. We’re so fortunate to have such beautiful natural areas in our town.