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Vote for responsible government
YES! I am voting for Supervisor Josh Wojehowski, again. Keep up the good work, Josh! YES! I am voting for Scott Teresi for Town Council. Scott brings years of leadership experience as a business … more
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A more perfect union
The primary mandate of our American experiment is to form “a more perfect Union.” Yet, here in New York, our state election laws actively work against this ideal by institutionalizing … more
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Uncontrolled spending
Residents and voters of Cornwall and Cornwall-on-Hudson who love this town as I do, the upcoming Town Election is about the future of our town and believe me our quality of life is at risk. … more
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There is no ME in WE
I have been on teams all of my life. I played high school and college football, coached high school football, and help with youth sports in Cornwall. Every season taught me the same thing: no team … more
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The public’s trust
Bottom line for me as a voter: Does a person seeking office understand the self-sacrifice required to maintain the public’s trust? Day-to-day governance involves many interests: staff … more
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Why I said NO to the SBAC report
I did not endorse the Town of Cornwall’s Strategic Budget Advisory Committee (SBAC) report. How can we responsibly recommend raising property taxes without first thoroughly examining where taxpayer … more
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Cornwall’s budget was never partisan — until now
For five years, every budget presented by Town Supervisor Josh Wojehowski passed with the full support of the elected Republican and Conservative members of the Town Board. Every bond issue, every … more
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Thank you from the THAC
On behalf of the Town of Highlands Ambulance Corps, we want to send a huge thank you to all the vendors, volunteers, and community members who came out to support our 33rd Annual Fall Foliage … more
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My goal: the best interest of Cornwall
I have lived in Cornwall for more than fifty years. Long enough to watch the same kids grow up, leave for a while, and oftentimes, come back. Long enough to know which families still put out the same … more
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Cornwall Town Budget
I have some serious concerns about the town budget presented so far. As the town board went through to find possible cuts, the main items, on a page all to itself were: considering eliminating town … more
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Plans that don’t work; people that do
My favorite fake bumper sticker reads: “Vote for John Doe. Thank You for Not Paying Attention.” Judging by Josh Wojehowski’s and Scott Teresi’s campaign literature, perhaps that is what they … more
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Voting for Wojehowski, Teresi
I’ve known Supervisor Josh Wojehowski since he and I served together on the Town of Cornwall Economic Development Advisory Committee ten years ago. The Committee drafted the Cornwall Rising … more
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My work is not yet finished
I am Bob Livsey, your current Town of Highlands Supervisor. I have served our community for a combined total of 21 years, providing stable, effective leadership to both the town board and our … more
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Let me tell you about Angelo
Let me tell you about the Angelo I’ve known and loved for more than 35 years. Angelo was just 17 when he first volunteered as an EMT with the Englewood Ambulance Corps. At 19, he volunteered with … more
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Breaking news: there’s an election coming up!
Have you caught any political ads? Been swamped with social media posts? Seen the campaign signs? Had a knock on your door? If you live in the Hudson Valley, or New York, or likely any state in … more
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When government forgets who it works for
When unelected government officials exercise authority without meaningful accountability, taxpayers can find themselves fighting the very government they fund. Public employees are entrusted with … more
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My successor
As my term as Supervisor ends, I strongly recommend my Deputy Supervisor, Scott Manley, as my successor. During my time working with Scott as my deputy, I have had the opportunity to observe his … more
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Vote Flock out of the Town of Newburgh
How do you feel about the 56 Flock cameras on Town of Newburgh streets that track and record your every move? You can vote them out of Newburgh by voting for the Democratic candidates in the Town of … more
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Marte-Indzonka
Michele Marte-Indzonka offers valuable insight and perspective into the legal field, with experience in criminal, property, personal injury, and foreclosure, to name a few. Michele has been an … more
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It’s about integrity
Public service is more than holding an elected position. It is about integrity, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the people one serves. Throughout his years of service to the Town of … more
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