Letter to the Editor: Levenberg’s Record of Accomplishments Makes Her the Choice for Ossining
Elections matter. Please join me in re-electing Dana Levenberg as Ossining town supervisor.
Dana and I partnered on a number of initiatives during the five years that our service as Ossining’s chief elected officials overlapped. The moment Dana took office, she began working toward her vision for a more equitable and sustainable community. She brought with her nine years of experience on the school board and seven years as chief of staff for Assemblywoman Sandy Galef, following a private sector career in media production. Equally important as her professional skill set, are her tremendous energy, hands-on involvement and tenacity.
Dana is best known for her leadership on environmental initiatives, and has represented our town admirably, serving in influential positions throughout the region. She has raised unprecedented amounts of grant funding, improved Ossining’s financial standing, established the Community Equity Task Force and partnered with the NAACP to address racism head-on.
I don’t have harsh feelings toward Dana’s opponent. But when it comes to who is best able to lead Ossining during the next term, there is no question. Both candidates have been in town elected office for exactly the same amount of time. They have exactly the same voting record. But their records of achievement are vastly different. Ask the candidates for a list of what they have accomplished, spearheaded or even just introduced for Ossining town government, and there is no comparison.
I implore voters not to sit out this Democratic primary election under the mistaken belief that our community would be equally well-served by either candidate. Town supervisor is the only official who acts as both legislator and administrator. Dana’s ability to manage a budget, garner grant funding and lead major improvement initiatives will have real world consequences for Ossining. Her years of experience working with public budgets and legislation were just the foundation for all that she has accomplished as our supervisor.
Registered Democrats in the Town of Ossining, which includes the Village of Ossining and most of Briarcliff Manor, mark your calendar now. Vote early at the Community Center through June 20, or at your regular polling place on June 22.
Elections matter. The future of Ossining matters. Cast your ballot to re-elect Dana Levenberg as town supervisor.
Victoria Gearity,
Former Ossining Mayor
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