Plattekill Democrat Michael Lembo is running for a seat on the Town Board. It is his first time running for Councilman and his name on the ballot will be on Row A. He has the endorsement of the Plattekill Democratic Party.

 

“I want to serve because I am a dedicated member of the community and a life-long resident,” he said.

 

In the 1980s Lembo was the Deputy Supervisor, a 10 year member of the Town’s Planning Board, a former Southern Ulster Rotary charter member, a former member of the Lions Club of Plattekill and a business owner.

 

Lembo feels Plattekill, “needs better control over our spending and the increased costs to our taxpayers.” He said he would work to attract more businesses to Plattekill in order to alleviate some of the tax burden upon residents. He states that, “many of our citizens feel they are stretched too thin. I would want to pursue grants to secure future funding for our park and emergency services, for our Police and Fire Departments and our EMTs. These are a few examples that could significantly impact our community for the better.”  

 

Republican Steve O’Flaherty is seeking support for Town Councilman. He was appointed earlier this year to fill a vacancy on the board and has expertise in finances.

 

O’Flaherty alongside his high school sweetheart and wife Jill, are parents to three active children. He coaches three soccer teams, including a nationally ranked boys under 16 team at the Town of Poughkeepsie Soccer Club. The family are parishioners at St Martin de Porres Church and their children attend the affiliated schools in Poughkeepsie.

 

O’Flaherty is a financial planner by profession and started his career at Smith-Barney in 2005 and is currently with the Stifel Financial Corporation, an American multinational, independent investment bank in Poughkeepsie.

 

O’Flaherty’s favorite pastime is traveling with his family, but he also takes pride in maintaining his property, where he cultivates blueberries and apples. A vehicle enthusiast, Steve has a particular fondness for powerful and high-performance models. Additionally, he enjoys the art of cooking.

 

O’Flaherty is asking residents for their vote as a Town of Plattekill Councilman in November.

 

Early voting began 10/26 and Election Day is 11/5.