Message from Mayor Tucker -
“At last night's Village Board meeting, I read the
following speech:
Good evening, everyone.
As Mayor of the Village of Piermont, I want to take a moment to speak to all of you following what has been a spirited and, yes, at times, contentious election. Democracy is not always easy, and local elections - where we know our neighbors, our friends, and sometimes our opponents personally - can be especially passionate. But that passion comes from a place of deep care for our Village, and that is something we should all be proud of.
Good evening, everyone.
As Mayor of the Village of Piermont, I want to take a moment to speak to all of you following what has been a spirited and, yes, at times, contentious election. Democracy is not always easy, and local elections - where we know our neighbors, our friends, and sometimes our opponents personally - can be especially passionate. But that passion comes from a place of deep care for our Village, and that is something we should all be proud of.
First and foremost, I want to congratulate the winner
of the Mayoral election, Nate Mitchell. Earning the trust and confidence of
your fellow residents is no small achievement. You will soon hold a position
that carries both great responsibility and great opportunity - to guide, to
listen, and to serve all of Piermont’s residents, whether they voted for you or
not. You ran on a promise to bring people together, to heal divisions, and to
unify our Village. I hope - and I believe - that you will honor that promise,
because Piermont is strongest when we move forward together.
I also want to recognize the efforts of the other candidate, Kevin Timoney. Running for office takes courage, commitment, and an enormous investment of time and heart. Your willingness to step forward, to share your ideas, and to engage in the democratic process reflects a deep love for our community. On behalf of the Village, I thank you.
To the newly elected Trustees of the Village of Piermont, Michael Wright and Catherine McCabe, congratulations as well. The people have placed their confidence in you to help shape the future of this Village. Public service at the local level is where real impact is made, and I wish you every success in the years ahead.
I also want to recognize the efforts of the other candidate, Kevin Timoney. Running for office takes courage, commitment, and an enormous investment of time and heart. Your willingness to step forward, to share your ideas, and to engage in the democratic process reflects a deep love for our community. On behalf of the Village, I thank you.
To the newly elected Trustees of the Village of Piermont, Michael Wright and Catherine McCabe, congratulations as well. The people have placed their confidence in you to help shape the future of this Village. Public service at the local level is where real impact is made, and I wish you every success in the years ahead.
As I near the end of my term, I am reminded that leadership is temporary, but community is lasting. The Village of Piermont belongs to all of us - to those who serve, to those who vote, and to those who simply call this special place home. Let us all move forward with respect, with empathy, and with a shared commitment to the well-being of our Village.
Thank you, and may Piermont continue to thrive.”
