Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta

City Councilor Gabriela Coletta has dedicated her life to others, her community, her city, and public service. Born and raised in East Boston, Coletta comes from a family of activists who have shown her what it means to be connected in one’s neighborhood and community. A proud product of BPS schools, Councilor Coletta graduated BLA and went on to study political science at UMass Boston. She loves to honor her Mexican and Italian heritage, keeping it alive and celebrating it by attending multicultural events in Eastie.

After graduating UMass, Gigi continued her work as a public servant, serving as Chief of Staff for the previous City Councilor, Lydia Edwards. Now as City Councilor herself, Coletta wants to help all residents, especially those who have historically been excluded from the conversation, get a seat at the table to discuss impacts and changes in their community. Additionally, Councilor Coletta wants to develop programs to better engage arts and culture within Boston neighborhoods, and she is passionate about working with grassroots organizations to recognize the culture and traditions that have proven indispensable to her district. 

Most importantly, Coletta acknowledges the unique challenges the neighborhoods of East Boston, Charlestown, and the North End face bordering the Harbor. With increasing climate change and global warming, District 1 is vulnerable to the rising sea levels, and Councilor Coletta is determined to ensure there are implementations saving the shorelines and neighborhoods directly affected. Furthermore, Councilor Coletta believes in the power of having thoughtful and compassionate individuals working in public service, and she recently helped develop a group of young people working in public offices who are dedicated to making a long term impact in their communities. A wonderful leader, Coletta works with her diligent team to provide immediate services to constituents. Purpose driven, hardworking, and passionate, Councilor Coletta is a role model who shows the true meaning of commitment and love for her community.