On day 1 of my term as mayor I spoke of big initiatives. There is much to do, and it is reassuring to see all the progress that has been made in just the first 100 days of my term as mayor. Before I list some of the accomplishments of this Board of Trustees, please indulge... Continue Reading →
It is my privilege to announce that Abe Zambrano will be Ossining's next Village Manager. We on the Board of Trustees know he is going to do a terrific job, and we are very excited for him to step into that position on May 27. Abe is no stranger to Ossining.... Continue Reading →
What would it mean for the Village of Ossining if we established green building guidelines? What approaches have been taken in other communities? Please join us for a special work session on Wednesday, 1/28/15 at The Ossining Public Library. All are invited to provide comments, questions and feedback. Representatives from Yonkers and Hastings-on-Hudson will present insights... Continue Reading →
Yesterday was a pretty terrific day. It was wonderful to share it with so many friends, supporters and Ossining community members. Below is my speech as written. There were only a few minor variations when I delivered it—most notably my inability to thank my husband and children without getting choked up. Happy new year Ossining!... Continue Reading →
Seek elected office not to hold power over the people you represent, rather to empower the people you serve. That is the message I heard loud and clear at a conference I attended weeks before I took office as Village Trustee. As I prepare now to take office as Mayor, one way that I am fulfilling that guiding principle is... Continue Reading →
Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, and I am asking for your vote to become the next Mayor of Ossining. The resounding Democratic primary victory was one big step, but now I need all Village of Ossining voters to make your voices heard so that together we can move our village forward. I will lead... Continue Reading →
Yesterday marked the final opportunity for public comment to FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) regarding the proposed expansion of the Algonquin pipeline. Earlier this month I gathered with several other elected officials at the start of a public hearing on this issue. Video of all the statements are available at the SAPE website; I start speaking at... Continue Reading →
Fellow Ossining Residents, As Ossining Village Trustee, I have witnessed many issues that are not being addressed head-on by our current mayor. At this pivotal point in Ossining’s history, it is vital that we have a change in leadership, and elect a mayor with the courage to address tough challenges and the openness to respect... Continue Reading →
I am running for Mayor because we need a village government that is open and accessible to the people who live in this great community. As Trustee, I have heard again and again that our leadership is not listening. As Mayor, I will listen. I need your help to make that happen. Thanks to early contributions... Continue Reading →
I led a discussion at the August 13 work session of how we can better communicate with Ossining residents. I requested this topic be added to our work session agenda following the water-main break and subsequent boil-water-advisory that was issued. Thankfully, the public's health and safety was never in jeopardy during that incident, which makes this an ideal... Continue Reading →
Victoria Gearity, Former Ossining Mayor 