Comments from our Elected and Appointed Officials

Village Building Inspector Rich Drao Fears “Imaginary New Government”

While a majority of Village and Town public officials chose to call a referendum on consolidating the two New Paltz governments by disincorporating the village, several have raised concerns and voiced disagreement. The following are excerpts of statements from relevant Town and Village joint meetings:

Village Mayor Alexandria Wojcik at the August 5, 2026 joint meeting:

Village Trustee Jasmine Towers at the July 29, 2026 joint meeting:

Town Council member Kitty Brown at the August 5, 2026 joint meeting:

Highway Superintendent Chris Marx, a 62-year resident of the town and a 15-year elected official, at the July 29, 2026 public hearing:

Comments on Consolidation by Elected and Appointed Officials

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