2025 ENDORSEMENTS & COMMENTS
Endorsement List:
North Shore AFL-CIO
Cleveland Building and Construction Trades Council
Pipefitters Local 120
Bakers' Union Local No. 19
Akron-Cleveland Association of REALTORS®
Ohio Patrolmen's Benevolent Association
Mayor Eddie Kraus - Solon, OH
Darnell Brewer - Ohio House of Representatives
Council President Avery Johnson
Former Mayor Vic Collova (Garfield Heights)
Check back as this list grows!
Resident Comments:
From my wife and myself we felt the need to express to you the appreciation for the tireless effort you are expending toward the betterment of Garfield Hts and the Neighboring cities.
You have been challenged with a great task and you are facing the challenge with diligence. After all of encounters my wife and I appreciate you as an authentic and genuine person and we enjoy the city's upward direction under your vision for it.
We concluded that we love Mayor Burke as a person first, then as a mayor.
Mayor Burke God bless you.
Minister / First Lady
Kevyn / Tomika McHenry
Greater Heights COC
"Mayor Burke is reimaging our city – not by himself, but with a dedicated group of serious-minded citizens and elected officials. Garfield Heights is a city on the rebound, and we need the kind of leadership skills and integrity that Mayor Burke naturally brings to his position. The mayor does not shy away from differing points of view, or from constituents who dwell on the negative. He engages us all. Provides ample access to the facts. Holds countless gatherings and meetings to not only educate the citizens, but to foster a sense of community. Great things are on the horizon, and we’re grateful Mayor Burke is guiding our city forward in a positive and effective manner." Robert & Lisa Stemnock
"I just moved back to Garfield Heights in 2022. I have seen the changes he has made for the better. Things are finally getting done, and better. " -Ward 5 Resident
"He has done great things for our community and can't wait to see what's next." -Ward 2 Resident
"I will like to thank you Mayor for your dedication to the people in the City of Garfield Heights" - Ward 6 Resident
"Mayor Burke is a wonderful man; compassionate and approachable. It is evident he cares deeply about all things Garfield Hts. I love the many initiatives he has spearheaded! I am proud of him and my city. " - Traci Dickerson, Ward 6
"One of my favorite humans! Go Matt!!" - B. Jordan, Ward 4
"Mayor Burke has done some excellent things to improve the city, from the basketball courts to the new industrial complex. I can't wait to see what's next." Amanda H., Ward 6
"Matt is a rare politition: kind, honest, effective, and a man who places community needs first before politics and party affiliation. Matt genuinely cares and knows how to take the right course of action." - Thomas G., Ward 7
"Since moving back to Garfield Hts 3 years ago there has been a lot of changes. All good, you can see it around the city." - Linda R., Ward 5
"We have to keep the momentum going!" - Kristi K., Ward 3
"We need a Mayor that is going to help progressing Garfield Heights for the future. That Mayor is Matt Burke!" - James A., Ward 2
"Mayor Matt has aggressively taken on the challenges he inherited, and has PROVEN, he puts the community first. Keep up the good job, let's keep our effective Mayor Matt Burke." - James G., Ward 6
"A true community leader!"- Susan P., Ward 2