Stephanie Burke Announces Candidacy For Mayor

In light of the announcement that Mayor Michael McGlynn plans to step down after more than 20 years on the job, Stephanie Burke, Medford’s current director of personnel and budget, formerly announced her candidacy Tuesday afternoon.

In a statement to the media, Burke cited her 16 years on the Medford City Council prior to her current position, and great affection for her longtime city of residency as noteworthy credentials.

“Of all my life experiences, Medford has been the common theme, and it is because of this that I am excited to announce that I am a candidate for mayor of this city that I owe so much to,” she said.

“With strong leadership, creative thinking and fiscal accountability, I look forward to working with everyone in this great city and continue to be your partner in progress for the betterment of Medford!”

Burke has degrees from Bentley and Suffolk University, and if elected, would be only the second woman to ever serve as mayor of Medford.