Rebecca Rotzler Candidate Statement

I am excited to once again serve our community by running for village trustee. Since previously serving as our Deputy Mayor I feel that we are at a time where my record of service and dedication to our community will help us move us forward in an expedient and sensible manner. Our current economy calls for innovative ideas in terms of energy use, efficient municipal services, and development. We need to move forward and ensure that the investments of our residents are secure and we expand our local economy in ways that encourage sensible growth Any consolidation vote to reach the ballot needs to be with factual figures and an informed public. Regardless of whether or not our community chooses a combined government we need to go ahead and find ways to implement the cost savings and efficiency measures now.

One critical area of concern is emergency preparedness. I have served as a liaison for the Fire Department, the Police Commission, and Rescue Squad. During that time I also received National Incident Management System training and certification. After offering hands-on aid to Hurricane Irene victims I co-created a volunteer organization, Helping Hands of the Hudson Valley, along with Jen Dewitt, a fellow BOCES employee. For four months we traveled with other local residents to a devastated Staten Island assisting with rebuild efforts after Hurricane Sandy. The nature of our changing climate requires us to be alert and ready to help those who are most vulnerable. 

I am also excited for the opportunity to run with Don Kerr, our former School Board President, as write-in candidates. After a ballot challenge we agree getting our message out to the public we serve is a better use of energy and expense ($600 for the court filing fee alone) rather than restoring the supportive signatures. We live in a democracy and every citizen should have an opportunity to vote for the person(s) they feel will best represent their interests. I hope you agree that Don Kerr and I have the experience and dedication to serve you, and hope that you will write us in on the ballot on May 7. Voting takes place at the Plattekill Avenue Fire Station from 12-9 PM. 

Respectfully, 

Rebecca Rotzler