Incumbents run in village elections

MILLERTON — Come Tuesday, March 16, Democrats and Republicans alike can vote for their parties’ nominees when they cast their ballots for village trustees. Incumbents Debbie Middlebrook and Yosh Schulman were cross-endorsed by both parties at the Jan. 25 caucuses.

Both Democrats, Middlebrook and Schulman are seeking re-election to the two two-year terms on the Village Board.

Middlebrook is seeking her second term while Schulman is seeking his second full term (he was appointed to fill out a half-term when John Scutieri became mayor and his seat then opened up; Schulman also served one full term when elected at the polls two years ago).

“Two years is not long enough to have a clear understanding of what needs to be done and how to do that,� Middlebrook said, explaining, in part, why she’s anxious to return to the position.

Middlebrook said her goal is to see progress made on infrastructure improvements in Millerton, including improved sidewalks and a decision about a sewer system.

Schulman also has a list of priorities. At its top is keeping the village on budget and state-of-the-art.

“I’m focusing on bringing cost savings to our area through energy efficiencies and actively pursuing grants to save money,� he said. “I’m keeping the village up-to-date as far as laws and technology and making sure we keep a forward looking view on where we’re going as new developments and opportunities come our way.�

Village elections are Tuesday, March 16, from noon until 9 p.m., at the Nutrition Site on Simmons Street (adjacent to the Village Hall). As always, registered voters are urged to participate in the voting process.

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