City Council District 1
Erick Rosengren is a lifelong resident of Bristol who has served his community in various appointed positions. He was elected to the Board of Assessment Appeals (BOAA) and also serves as an alternate commissioner on the Housing Code Appeals Board, a member of the ESSER/ARP (Elementary and Secondary School Relief Fund/ American Rescue Plan) School Building Projects Committee, the Bristol Youth Services Board, the Northeast Middle School Board, and the Board of Public Works. In addition to his board roles, Erick is a liaison to the Board of Education, the Housing Authority, and the Fair Rent Commission.
With a deep commitment to community service, Erick is now running for City Council in our 1st Council District. If elected, he would bring with him years of experience working with local boards and commissions that serve Bristol residents. As an accessible leader, he promises to be an attentive listener and work hard to ensure that every voice in the community is heard.
Erick Rosengren
City Council District 2
City Councilwoman Sue Tyler’s first two terms have kept her extremely busy.
Sue has worked diligently to resolve constituent complaints for all residents, helped create fair and respectful ordinances, wholeheartedly supported our men & women in blue at BPD, and skillfully negotiated real estate transactions that benefit the City.
Additionally, her work with our senior population assists many of our aging neighbors with a host of issues and as the Chairwoman of the Code Enforcement Committee, works tirelessly on improving our neighborhoods and the overall marketability of the City of Bristol.
Sue’s work with our vulnerable homeless population makes her one member of the team trying to combat our housing crisis.
Sue’s slogan throughout her four years on the Council is :
#TeamBristol
Her open door policy and frequent constituent meetings have drawn many people into becoming more involved in their community.
Her support for Bristol businesses comes not only from personal connection, but the recognition that local businesses are the backbone to our community.
Sue is married to her husband and business partner, Bill.
They have three adult children, one grandchild, and keeping them company in their Chippens Hill home is their Golden Retriever, Madison.
Sue is the Broker Owner of a Bristol based real estate company, and spent her entire adult life in public service including twenty-seven years in law enforcement
Susan L. Tyler
SusanTyler@bristolct.gov
Board of Education
Jennifer Van Gorder
Jennifervangordermkr@gmail.com
A lifelong Connecticut resident, Jennifer was born and raised in Sandy Hook and made Bristol her home in 2001. She is a proud wife and mother of three children, attending three different schools in town—giving her a unique, firsthand perspective on Bristol’s educational landscape.
Since 2007, Jennifer has worked as a real estate agent, driven by a passion for helping families make meaningful decisions about homeownership. Her professional experience has deepened her understanding of the needs and priorities of Bristol residents.
Jennifer is also a dedicated volunteer. She supports students and families by delivering backpacks filled with groceries to combat weekend food insecurity, helps bi-weekly at Foodshare and at times lends a hand at St. Vincent DePaul's outreach center.
Outside of her work and volunteerism, Jennifer enjoys hiking with her family and their dog, and discovering new places around Connecticut with her children.
As a current Board of Education member, Jennifer is committed to advocating for all students, supporting staff, and being a responsible steward of taxpayer resources. She looks forward to the opportunity to continue serving the Bristol community with transparency, compassion, and dedication.
Board of Assessment Appeals
Greg is a lifelong resident of Bristol, who graduated from Bristol Eastern High School Class of 1970. He went on to attend Post University and graduated with his associate’s degree in 1972. He is retired from Pratt & Whitney after a 37 year long career working there. He has been married to his wife for 42 years and counting and has two adult daughters who both attended Bristol public schools and went on to become an occupational therapist and a nurse.
Some of his favorite childhood memories included growing up across the street from Page Park and spending time there. Greg has always been active in his community. He is currently a member of the Energy Commission Board, Planning Commission Board, Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Conservation Commission, and the Board of Assessment Appeals which is he running for reelection for. Over his lifetime he has witnessed Bristol change, grow, and have a deep routed sense of community. He enjoys working to help the town to achieve its goals of a better Bristol as the years go on.