McCarthy Ready for Another Role in Town as Code Enforcer
By Janine Bowen
Following the announcement of his appointment to the position of Director of Code Enforcer, Patterson Councilman Robert McCarthy is looking forward to getting to work.
McCarthy has nearly thirty years of experience in construction, having logged 11 years in commercial construction and 22 years in residential construction. He has been certified by the State of New York as a Codes Enforcement Officer for the past five years, and is excited to work for the Patterson Building Department, which he lauded as the best he has ever worked with.
McCarthy revealed that his new duties of planning and zoning may take a bit of practice, but he is happy to help keep the town’s infrastructure in good shape.
“I’m looking forward to making sure that everything is built right, because I’ve seen a lot of shoddy work over the years…and the importance of quality work,” said McCarthy.
An 18-year resident of Patterson, McCarthy has always enjoyed getting involved in various capacities around the area, and has served as a councilman for the past two and a half years.
“I am leaving the board knowing this town is in great hands, with our present boards and friendly town employees,” he said. “I am very proud to have had the opportunity to work with so many good people whose best interest is for the town of Patterson.”
He particularly praised Town Supervisor, Michael Griffin for always reminding the board members that it is their job to work for the town’s people.
McCarthy is proud that during his time on the board, they were able to keep their financial obligations to the taxpayers, as well as establish the Putnam Lake Park District. He noted that although he faced some negativity from residents, he learned that success lies in learning that you will never make everybody happy with any decision.
“You’ve got to realize that you can’t always make everybody happy…you’ve got to go with how you feel and hopefully you make the right decision,” he said.
McCarthy will exit the town board effective July 1, and although fellow board members are sad to see him go, they wish him luck in his new position.
“Bob has been a great colleague to have on the board and we will miss him, however, we are also excited about his move to Director of Code Enforcement and we know he’ll continue to be an asset to the town,” said Councilman Kevin Burns.
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