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State of Westchester County: Innovation, Progress and Fiscal Responsibility

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 21:09:44 +0000

The Hon. Ken Jenkins, Chairman of the Westchester County Board of Legislators, sets out the Board’s agenda for 2010.

Pound Ridge Democrats In The News

admin — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:12:19 +0000

“”Off-off Year” election? In Bedford and Pound Ridge, these were “on-on.” This fall was as exciting on a local level as we can remember.”

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“The Pound Ridge Democrats are back. They ran their best campaign in recent memory without any of the inner divisiveness and bickering that plagued past elections. Alison Boak and Andrew Brodnick made excellent showings and Roslyn Stone Pollock showed leadership skills as a committee chair.”

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“Only one candidate, Pound Ridge Dem Alison Boak said that party affiliation does make a difference. ” I do think it does matter what lines you run on and what party you are because different parties have different principles and different reputations and they have agendas and visions for our country and those visions start in towns.”

“Off-off Year” election? In Bedford and Pound Ridge, these were “on-on.” This fall was as exciting on a local level as we can remember.

The Pound Ridge Democrats are back. They ran their best campaign in recent memory without any of the inner divisiveness and bickering that plagued past elections. Alison Boak and Andrew Brodnick made excellent showings and Roslyn Stone Pollock showed leadership skills as a committee chair.

Only one candidate, Pound Ridge Dem Alison Boak said that party affiliation does make a difference. ”I do think it does matter what lines you run on and what party you are because different parties have different principles and different reputations and they have agendas and visions for our country and those visions start in towns.”

Bedford Pound Ridge Record Review: What we learned this Election Year: 11/14/2009

Pound Ridge Democratic Committee Welcomes New District Leader Ira Clair

admin — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:24:16 +0000

Ira Clair, a ten year resident of Pound Ridge, is the Pound Ridge Democratic Committee’s newest District Leader. Ira is a founding partner of the law firm, Clair and Gjertsen and an adjunct law professor at several area colleges. Mr. Clair is a recognized expert in foreclosure and serves as a referee, guardian ad litem and Scar hearing officer. Prior to moving to Pound Ridge nearly a decade ago, Ira lived in New Rochelle for nearly twenty years and was involved various activities and municipal boards there.

According to Mr. Clair, “ I am excited to be part of a newly energized Pound Ridge Democratic Committee It is essential to have a real two party system in town so that there is continuing productive dialogue rather than the status quo. Ali Boak is a very appearing breath of fresh air who personifies what I mean. I am gratified to be able to play a part.”

Roslyn Stone-Pollock, chairperson of the PRDC, said of Mr. Clair, “ We are delighted to have Ira Clair join the Pound Ridge Democratic Committee as a District Leader. He brings experience, legal expertise and a new perspective. He has already made significant contributions and I look forward to working with him going forward.”

Petitions

admin — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:09:35 +0000

Volunteers are blanketing Pound Ridge, carrying petitions to get our candidates on the November ballot.

If you are a registered Democrat in Pound Ridge and haven’t heard from us, please drop us a line and we’ll be sure to get your signature.

Pound Ridge Democrats Announce Candidates For Town Offices

admin — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 13:50:34 +0000

Alison Boak and Andrew Brodnick

The Pound Ridge Democratic Committee is pleased to announce the candidacies of Alison Boak for Town Board and Andrew Brodnick for Town Justice.

Alison serves on the Pound Ridge Ad-Hoc Committee for Sensible Airspace and leads a community effort aimed at protecting residents’ well water from pesticide contamination from the Pound Ridge Golf Course. She was appointed to the Bedford Central School District’s Budget Advisory Committee by Superintendant Dr. Jere Hochman. Alison, a mother of four daughters — who attend Pound Ridge Community Church Play School, Pound Ridge Elementary School, and Fox Lane Middle School — also volunteers as leader of the Pound Ridge First Grade Brownie Troop. A Fulbright Scholar and former Peace Corps volunteer,

Alison is currently co-founder and president of the International Organization for Adolescents (IOFA), a non-profit group dedicated to preventing child slavery and trafficking.

“I am honored to accept the Democratic Town Committees nomination and am running to make a difference in Pound Ridge for my children and for all of us,” Alison Boak said. “I plan to be an accessible board member and to be responsive to community needs in a way that is urgent, efficient, and focused.”

Andrew Brodnick has been a member of the Pound Ridge Planning Board for 13 years, and previously served on the Pound Ridge Landmarks Commission for 5 years. He joined the Pound Ridge Lions Club in 2002, and will begin serving as president of the Lions Club in July. Since 2005, he has been in-house general counsel for Camarda Realty Investments, LLC.

Previously, Andrew was a litigator in New York City and White Plains for 20 years. His experience includes municipal litigation, land-use litigation, civil rights cases, title disputes, foreclosures, landlord/tenant law, and leasing and construction litigation. He has appeared before the New York State trial courts and appellate courts, and the United States District Courts and the United States Bankruptcy Courts.

Andrew ran for Pound Ridge Town Justice in 2005 and garnered 47% of the vote against the incumbent Republican. “I look forward to running again and am pleased to be on the Democratic line with Alison. She has a distinguished record of public service, and will undoubtedly make a great addition to the Town Board.”

“We are thrilled to have two exceptional candidates. Alison Boak and Andrew Brodnick bring superior qualifications and experience,” said Roslyn Stone-Pollock, chair of the Democratic Town Committee. “They are dynamic and involved citizens who will bring a fresh, energetic voice to our town government. We invite the community to join our efforts at this exciting time for Pound Ridge.” The PRDC Nominating Committee, formed as part of the committee’s comprehensive strategic planning process, continues to interview candidates for the fall election.

Pound Ridge Democratic Committee Elects New Chair

admin — Wed, 20 May 2009 13:53:35 +0000

The Pound Ridge Democratic Committee unanimously elected Roslyn Stone-Pollock as its new chairwoman. Ms. Stone-Pollock has been a resident of Pound Ridge since 1982, a district leader since 2007 and has been active in Democratic efforts for more than a decade.

Most Pound Ridge Democrats know Roslyn for her large and active pre-election phone banks. She has coordinated, hosted and fed phone bankers for the PRDC, John Hall for Congress, voter registration initiatives and the DNC through many campaigns.

The Pound Ridge Democratic Committee’s members include Ali Boak, Mark Slivka (Treasurer), Tara Packer (Secretary), Dr. John Maddocks and Elyse Arnow. John Maddocks has played a pivotal role in the LEED certification for the new community center.

Regarding Ms. Stone-Pollock, Ali Boak said “I believe Roslyn Stone-Pollock has the vision, energy, and skills to lead the Democrats of Pound Ridge in a way we’ve never been led before! Under Roslyn’s direction, we have successfully completed a thorough strategic planning process developing action plans to move the Democratic Committee in Pound Ridge forward as a force for positive change in the community.”

The Pound Ridge Democratic Committee has had a truly extraordinary year. From a dinner late last year for 40 registered Democrats who had never before attended any local political function to a gregarious Inaugural Celebration at Conant Hall, Pound Ridge Dems have been more active and involved than ever before.

The mission of the Pound Ridge Democratic Committee is to be the local organization formally tied to the National and State Democratic Committees responsible for promoting and organizing local campaign activities. The Committee’s mission includes raising awareness and participation of Pound Ridge voters in local democratic issues, events and campaigns.

Regarding her new position, Ms. Stone-Pollock said, “I am excited about the positive course of the Pound Ridge Democratic Committee and look forward to providing leadership in my new role. We have a dedicated and active committee with clear direction, committed district leaders and broad support. ”

Ms. Stone-Pollock hopes to hear from Pound Ridge Democrats who are interested in serving as District Leaders, serving as issue or subject advisors to the PRDC or running for local office.

Pound Ridge Democratic Committee Announces New District Leaders

admin — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:41:10 +0000

The Town of Pound Ridge Democratic Committee has elected new district leaders. The new organization is as follows:

Chair: Ellen Kearns
Secretary: Tara Packer
Treasurer: Mark Slivka
District One Leaders: Michael Lichtenstein and Tara Packer
District Two Leaders: Elyse Arnow Brill and Ali Boak Weinstein
District Three Leaders: Roslyn Stone Pollock and Mark Slivka
District Four Leaders: John Maddocks and Ellen Kearns

Important voter information

admin — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 13:30:16 +0000

If you don’t know where to vote, this link can direct you to your polling place. For any other questions or concerns, you can contact the Westchester Board of Elections at (914) 995-5700.

Down to the wire!

admin — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 18:08:34 +0000

Candidates Elyse Arnow Brill and Regina Kelly meet with voters in front of Scott’s Corner Market

The polls open in less than one day and we’re not resting until every vote is cast and counted. Candidates and supporters will be hitting the streets today and tomorrow. If you have any time to volunteer, please drop us a line.

Elyse Arnow Brill recieves Journal News endorsement!

admin — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 01:30:17 +0000

The Journal News has endorsed Elyse Arnow Brill for the Pound Ridge Town Board. In their editorial they noted:

… we endorse Democrat Elyse Arnow Brill to fill the seat that Jonathan Powers is vacating. On the board, Arnow Brill would focus on adopting and implementing the comprehensive plan so the town can better manage its inevitable growth. Beyond that, Arnow Brill, who is a lawyer and consultant, has a resume of civic work that is hard to beat. From the Pound Ridge Land Conservancy to the town’s Fire Department, Arnow Brill has been there, done that and remains enthusiastic about doing more.

Regarding David Parmet they wrote “Democrat David Parmet (has) the makings of a future board member”

Full article here.

Election Day is one week away!