About Carmella
I have spent most of my life living on or deeply connected to the northside of Madison.
My spouse also grew up here, and we decided to purchase a home here because it already felt like our community. I am also an MMSD parent, with ties to northside schools and East High School. I have two adult children, two adult bonus children, and grandchildren.
I identify as a black woman, am a part of the LGBTQ+ community, and use she/her pronouns. I am also a survivor of intimate partner violence and witness to domestic violence in the home.
My personal and professional journey has been fueled by a deep commitment to fostering environments for individuals trapped in a system that denies them the opportunity for redemption. Community ownership drives my desire to bring my authentic self to everything I do, and to ultimately work for the people of District 18. I strive to inspire hope and resilience, helping others rediscover their worth and potential beyond societal judgment. Collaborating with you to build a community that prioritizes safety, resource access, and community empowerment is my ultimate goal.
In my first term as District 18 Alder, I have used common sense, lived experience and deep community respect to make decisions about issues facing our city.
It is a beautiful thing we have here– families who have been here for multiple generations, and some people who have lived in their homes for 50+ years. We have a mix of some of the best apartment communities in the city, single family homes, and green space. It is truly a unique place, and it is very special. I have respect and reverence for that.
I believe elected officials should hold values of integrity and transparency. Residents want to trust that those they elect to office are working in our best interests. It is a priority to me to gain a deep understanding of our community’s unique needs, interests, and demographics to create highly effective services and drive resources to the north side. It is also important to me that we have transparency and accountability in local government.
I cannot do this without you, and I am listening.