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 →
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 →
I posted the below message on Facebook yesterday. The outpouring of support has been remarkable. Encouraging statements have come from family, friends, supporters, and folks who are simply fed-up with village politics. This week is certainly not a high point for transparency in local government. The residents of Ossining deserve better. I am grateful to be connecting with... Continue Reading →
In discussions around the village, I'm finding that some community members misunderstand my position on preserving Ossining's charter village status. I have never advocated for dissolving the village, and I do not believe it would be good for Ossining. Beyond the importance of honoring our rich history, there are powers and autonomy inherent in being a charter village that we would... Continue Reading →
In March I formally announced my candidacy for Mayor of the Village of Ossining. April 21, I was honored to earn the endorsement of the Ossining Democratic Committee to be the next Ossining Village Mayor. Below is my first formal announcement of my intentions. There's much more to come! It is not a step I take... Continue Reading →
I remember on my 18th birthday when the gift I selected to open first was a manila envelope, my mother said, “Well that’s appropriate.” Inside was a voter registration form. That’s the day I signed-up as a member of the Democratic Party. I’ve been a consistent voter and avid follower of national politics, but it... Continue Reading →
Victoria Gearity, Former Ossining Mayor 