YouTube skater Josh Katz recently spotlighted Marco DiBattista, the Democratic Mayor and Committeeman of Pennsauken, and it turns out Marco isn’t just handling town business. He’s also a full-on skate rat.
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Watching him shred, you already know that skating isn’t just a hobby or a side thing. It’s a part of who he is.
Between city meetings and community events, Mayor DiBattista has been hitting the streets on his board.
From skating around local parks to building halfpipes in backyards, he’s been deep into skating for as long as he can remember.
He describes Pennsauken as a skateboard town and wants it to be known as that. From the way he talks about it, it’s easy to see why.
Skating has shaped his life just as much as public service has, and he balances both worlds in a way that feels natural.
Katz, who has a loyal following on social media for his skating content, took the chance to give his audience a shoutout to civic action.
During the feature, he told his viewers:
"Consider this a reminder to go vote for someone you believe in today."
It was a simple message, but one that connected the dots between passion, community, and participation.
The Democratic Mayor himself is quick to point out that skateboarding has always been more than a pastime.
"I've been building halfpipes in backyards my whole life."
To him, skating is about creativity, persistence, and community. These are the same qualities he brings to his role in local government, whether he’s talking to residents about neighborhood projects or making decisions about town development.
Seeing a mayor who also rides the streets with the same stoke as any local skater is something rare. Mayor DiBattista proves that you can lead your community while staying true to your own passions.
For residents of Pennsauken and the skating world, it’s inspiring to see someone bridging these two sides of life with authenticity and dedication.
Skating, public service, and community all come together in Mayor DiBattista’s story. He shows that you don’t have to set aside what you love to make a difference in the world.
In fact, those personal passions can help you connect to the people you serve in ways that are real and meaningful.