Danbury Democratic Candidates For Municipal Election 2025
In every election, local leadership shapes the future of our community—and this year is no different. The candidates endorsed by the Danbury Democratic Party are committed to putting people first: strengthening public education, investing in infrastructure, promoting transparency in government, and ensuring every neighborhood has a voice. These are individuals who live and work in Danbury, who understand our challenges firsthand, and who are ready to roll up their sleeves and lead with compassion, integrity, and vision.
By supporting our Democratic candidates, you’re doing more than casting a vote—you’re standing up for the values that make Danbury stronger and more inclusive. Local elections often come down to just a handful of votes, so your engagement can make a real, lasting difference. Help us build a better Danbury—one that reflects the hopes of every resident and paves the way for a brighter, more equitable future. Together, we can make it happen.
We're proud to endorse the following ticket:
Team Alves/Jowdy/Esposito
Re-Elect Mayor Roberto Alves
Our City Treasurer Candidate
Our Town Clerk Candidate
City Council At Large Candidates
Council Ward 1 Candidates
Council Ward 2 Candidates
Council Ward 3 Candidates
Council Ward 4 Candidates
Council Ward 5 Candidates
Council Ward 6 Candidates
Council Ward 7 Candidates
Board of Education 4-year Candidates
Al Almeida
Incumbent – BOE Member
B.A, Criminal Justice, WCSU
M.A., Homeland Security Leadership
Retired Ct Public Defender’s Office & U.S. Army
Army JROTC Instructor, Westhill High School
Lifetime VFW Member, Member, Catholic War Veterans
50+ Year Danbury Resident
Luisa Zagottis Britton
Incumbent – BOE Vice-Chair
Law firm Manager – CH P.C.
Former Professor, University of Bridgeport
Former Shelter Rock PTO Co-President
Former Treasurer, Western CT Youth Hockey Association
Founding Board Member, Brookfield-Bethel-Danbury High School Hockey Program
Volunteer Teacher, Junior Achievement
Graduate, B.S. University of Bridgeport
Graduate, M.B.A. Western Connecticut State University
Graduate, Immaculate High School
Mother of three Danbury Public School Graduates
Lea Adbomson
B.S. in Molecular and Cellular Biology, UCONN
Founder & Executive Director, Agbenyo Foundation
Biotech Pro in therapeutic drug development
Substitute Teacher, Abbott Tech
Member, Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut, Danbury Library STEM Support
Mini Santosh
Bachelor’s in Education, Child Study, Post University
Master’s in Literature
Early Childhood Education, 30 years
Alumni & award recipient
Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI)
Parents Supporting Educational Excellence (PSEE)
Shaun Ratchford
Director of Recreation, Danbury
Former City Council Member
UCONN Graduate, B.A in Special Education
M.A.,WCSU
4th-generation Danburian
31 years as an educator, 28 of those in Danbury Special Ed