Warehouse Overdevelopment
After a decade of pressure, Democratic leaders are finally fixing Florence's truck-choked intersections. This progress proves advocacy works — but we need neighbors at the table to keep it going.
57% of renters here spend more than they can afford on housing.
And for years, no one on the Democratic Committee has fought for them.
This seat sat empty. I stepped up to fill it.
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Why This Seat Matters in Florence Township
U.S. Census data tells the story: 57% of renters in Ward 3, District 2 are cost-burdened — paying more than 30% of their income just to keep a roof over their heads. Nearly 1 in 3 families pays half their income on rent. That's the math of impossible choices: rent or groceries, rent or healthcare, rent or everything else.
Meanwhile, the Burlington County Democratic Committee seat for our district has sat vacant for years. Election after election, nobody has filed to run. While our neighborhood has been dealing with warehouse overdevelopment, rising costs, and federal budget cuts threatening healthcare and food assistance — there has been no local voice inside the party speaking up for us. Year after year, someone else has made the decisions for Ward 3, District 2.
But here's the good news: Democratic leaders are starting to deliver. After nearly a decade of pressure, Burlington County just announced a major fix for Florence's truck-choked intersections. That's what happens when we show up and fight.
I am running as a write-in candidate to fill that vacant seat — because the 57% of cost-burdened families deserve someone at the table.
Does Your Vote Count Here?
This race is for Ward 3, District 2 in Florence Township. Check if you're in the district.
Ward 3, District 2 covers Florence's historic riverfront neighborhood — the grid-pattern streets bounded by Broad Street on the east, West 5th Street on the south, Foundry and Bodine Streets on the west, and the Delaware River on the north. If you live on West 2nd through West 5th, Broad, Front, Spring, Summer, Foundry, or Bodine Street, you're likely in our district.
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Our District by the Numbers
U.S. Census Bureau data reveals the housing affordability crisis in Ward 3, District 2
57%
Rent Burdened
Pay 30%+ on housing
51%
Renters
of households
$1,295
Median Rent
per month
32%
Severely Burdened
Pay 50%+ on rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates
Important: How to Spell My Name
R — O — Z — Z — I
It is ROZZI with a DOUBLE Z. When you write in my name on your ballot, make sure to include both Z's. New Jersey law counts your vote as long as the intent is clear, but that double Z matters.
See Exactly Where to Write Me In
Where to Write In on Your Ballot
Two steps: Select WRITE-IN in the Personal Choice column, then type GAVIN ROZZI using the keyboard.
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We Want to Hear From You
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Why County Committee Matters
County committee members are the grassroots foundation of the Democratic Party. They don't make headlines — but they make the decisions that shape who runs, who wins, and what the party fights for in Burlington County.
Who Gets Endorsed
Committee members vote on which candidates receive party support in primaries and general elections.
Who Gets Resources
Campaign support, volunteer networks, and party infrastructure flow through the county committee.
What Issues Matter
Committee members shape the party's priorities and influence which issues get attention.
When Ward 3, District 2 has an empty seat, our neighborhood has no voice in these decisions. Someone else decides what matters for us. That is why filling this seat matters.
The Next Generation of Democratic Leadership Starts Local
If you are a young professional wondering how to make a difference in politics, county committee is where it starts. This is how you shape the party from the ground up, build relationships, and ensure the issues that matter to the next generation get heard.
Ready to give our neighborhood a voice?
Your Neighbor on the Ballot
Florence Township homeowner — I have skin in the game on the issues that affect our neighborhood.
IBEW Local 30 member — I stand with working families because I am one.
I built OPRAmachine, a free public records platform that's helped 11,000+ New Jerseyans file 86,000+ requests — because government works better when it's transparent.
I serve on the board of the NJ Foundation for Open Government — because transparency isn't optional.
I'm earning my Certified Public Manager credential — training in how to make government actually work for people.
When no one else stepped up for this seat, I did.
I'm your neighbor. I'm asking for your vote.
Your Neighbor. Your Voice.
What This Race Is About
Property Taxes and Costs
New Jersey has the highest property taxes in the nation. Florence Township passed Resolution 2025-110 demanding Trenton restore diverted energy tax revenue that belongs to us.
Protecting What We Earned
Federal budget cuts threaten $36 billion from New Jersey's Medicaid and food assistance for 800,000 families. Hands off Medicare, Social Security, and Medicaid.
Housing Affordability
57% of renters in our district are cost-burdened. 1 in 3 families pays half their income just to stay housed. The Census data tells the story.
Open Space & Trails
The 5th Street Rail Trail transformed an abandoned rail corridor into a walkable amenity for Florence families. When we push back on development, we can win investments in our community.
This Seat Has Been Empty Long Enough.
Year after year, no one filed to run. Democratic leaders are starting to deliver for Florence — but our neighborhood needs someone at the table.
Whether you're a senior on a fixed income, a young family stretching every dollar, a union member, or a renter wondering if your voice matters — it does. Add your name.
Write In GAVIN ROZZI on June 2
Spell it:
R — O — Z — Z — I
(double Z)