RyeGPT People of Note is a series highlighting individuals who have a connection to the City of Rye In the series we ask OpenAI’s ChatGPT to prepare a biography and explain the individual’s connection to Rye We welcome your feedback on this series – the use of artificial intelligence the accuracy and usefulness of each article and your assistance in understanding other pertinent insights related to the person’s connection to Rye You can add comments at the bottom of each article or you can send feedback via Tips & Letters is a seasoned American politician and a member of the Democratic Party he has dedicated over three decades to public service Latimer graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1970 He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Fordham University in 1974 and a Master’s in Public Administration from New York University in 1976 he spent over 20 years as a marketing executive with major corporations Latimer has been a resident of the City of Rye for over 35 years. He lives with his wife, Robin Phelps Latimer Robin grew up in Rye and went through its public school system She works at Rye Beach Pharmacy and is a home care specialist Latimer’s political journey began in 1987 with his election to the Rye City Council he became the first Democrat to represent the 7th District on the Westchester County Board of Legislators During his 13-year service on the County Board Latimer was elected as the first Democratic Chairman from 1998 to 2001 including the creation of the Human Rights Commission and the implementation of smoke-free workplace laws Latimer was elected to the New York State Assembly after which he was elected to the New York State Senate for the 37th District Latimer was elected as Westchester County Executive a position he held until his election to the U.S representing New York’s 16th Congressional District His district encompasses parts of the northern Bronx and the southern half of Westchester County Beatrice Larzul is a Staff Writer at MyRye.com She is a Rye resident and an undergraduate at Williams College Navy pilot and son of Rye City judge… The Rye Middle School sent the following sad news: It is with great sadness that… Westchester County will rename a portion of Playland Parkway after former Rye Mayor John Carey…  A former Rye teacher was interviewed by the LA Times in a series about the… who was recruited to the NYCFB (New York City Football Club),… Nothing symbolizes American capitalism better than the opening market bell of the New York Stock… and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" (Food Trucks Subject to Change) April 10-June 19 Down by the basketball courts at Rye Rec 4/17 - Arthur.. This workshop with Performance Coach Brian McCarthy of Victory Athletic covers practical running strategies to improve form Get ready to rock it out on Friday Nights this Spring at Rye Rec Parks Amphitheater Dates: Fridays May 2: Birddog / Melt Mobile Food Truck May 16: FDR Drive.. A Bulldog Luau is coming to Midland Elementary School on Saturday The entire Rye community is invited to the Annual Midland School Fair- bring your family and friends,.. May 7th from 6:30pm - 7:30pmAges: 18+Virginia is the Founder and CEO of Colorá Health Coaching (https://colorahealthcoaching.com/) and Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach May 8th from 6:30pm - 9:00pmAges: 21+Create a beautiful mixed media butterfly using watercolor and collage Pieces are inspired by Elizabeth Hayes' beautiful butterflies Join us for the Rye Historical Society's Annual Spring Luncheon and Boutique on May 8 Treat the mothers in your life to a special day at Wainwright House on Sunday a delicious seasonal brunch by Bartleby & Sage,.. Cornell Cooperative Extension '25 Gardening Webinar Series & Tour Wednesday Our biggest party of the year is back at The Capitol Theatre Inspired by the iconic Studio 54 Nightclub The Rye Arts Center’s Studio 51 Spring Benefit celebrates culture Message from Eagle Scout Candidate SPL Mark Pellegrini Calling all community members ages 8-99 ! Please join Rye Troop 2 and myself on May 17th for a very meaningful Eagle.. May 22nd from 6:30pm - 9:00pmAges: 21+Create "Monet’s garden" inspired by impressionist artwork Paint your own interpretation of water lilies in a summer garden in.. 7:00 am Marshlands Conservancy with Saw Mill River Audubon are hosting the Fifth Annual Pride Month Celebrations on May 31st who for over 40 years has hosted a popular phenology program on KAXE/KBXE public radio May 12 Unlimited Learning session on the changes he has seen in spring plant blooming times over the years Latimer is a retired rural mail carrier from Grand Rapids who lives on 40 acres of rural land Using his 100-mile route as a base to record changes in hundreds of plants and animals he has amassed a database of more than 50,000 individual notes He has worked with the University of Minnesota and Harvard University to establish phenology protocols and shared data he is one of the founding members of the Minnesota Phenology Network In 2014 he took a part time job with the SPRUCE project in the Marcell Experimental Forest This work has put him in touch with scientists from around the world and has given him new insights into climate change The program will be at Heartwood Senior Living in Crosby It’s free for members and $10 for non-members Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application 2025 - the world is a little dimmer today upon the passing of Margie Sue Latimer one in a long line of strong women who fiercely loved God and family Raised alongside her brothers by her mother and Neenie After graduating from Monterey High School her first job as a telephone operator brought her much joy and many friends taking on jobs as needed to help her family Her four girls were the focus of her world She used her sewing talent to create unique costumes she made delicious dinners and baked and decorated many birthday cakes throughout the years She was involved in all of her girls' activities from PTA and school events to band and Latin club Mama Sue was there for every victory and every struggle often extending her parental care to her daughters' friends She taught her children to care for others and to love the Lord many times striking up long conversations while in line at the grocery store sharing her handmade crafts and delicious food with friends and neighbors Margie Sue is preceded in death by her beloved grandmother Nancy "Neenie" Rose she was surrounded by the love of those she leaves behind - her big brother Robert Hudnall Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.  Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors in Salt Lake City to Earl and Ruth Latimer Paul spent the last 31 years married to the love of his life Sherry who preceded him in death only a short 56 days prior She obviously called him home so they could be together for their upcoming anniversary on March 26 th,2025 Utah where he caused a lot of mischief and chaos He attended Alta High School and eventually received a Good Enough Degree Paul was a prominent member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 312 He worked most of his life in sheet metal and was a current employee of EME Mechanical He thoroughly enjoyed crafting personalized gifts for people he knew He was exceptional working with wood and had a passion for photography and embroidery and the many other gifts given to friends and family Paul was a jokester and was never short of sarcasm but above all he cherished and loved spending time with his family  Paul is preceded in death by his parents Earl and Ruth best friend Dave and of course his "Sweetie" Sherry A Celebration of Life will be held with light refreshments at The Gathering Hall at McDougal Funeral Home 4306 South Redwood Road where viewings will be held Thursday 6-8:00 p.m Our family would like to thank the amazing staff at Riverton and IMC Hospitals for their love and care for our dad Our family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Bob and all the employees at EME Mechanical for their unwavering support The Gathering Hall at McDougal Funeral Home Four-star running back Amari Latimer from Sandy Creek High School in Tyrone, Georgia, has narrowed his extensive list of around 50 scholarship offers. Latimer announced that his final six schools are Georgia Georgia offered the talented running back early in his recruitment and the Bulldogs have seen increased momentum in their pursuit recently Latimer has also experienced a significant rise in the national recruiting rankings 210-pound running back is ranked as the 30th-best prospect in Georgia He was in Athens for a visit last month. The Bulldogs have been in communication heavily since. Predictions are in favor of the Texas Longhorns at the moment During his junior year at Sandy Creek High School Amari Latimer played a key role in their 10-2 season that included a trip to the second round of the playoffs The productive running back amassed 1,113 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns on just 136 carries averaging an impressive 8.2 yards per attempt hauling in 27 passes for 363 yards and an additional four touchdowns Kent LeRoy Latimer passed away unexpectedly on August 19th 2024 in Maui Hawaii at the age of 57 while on vacation with his fiancé He will be missed by all his family and friends.  Kent was born on May 6th 1967 to Ruth Neille and Earl LeRoy Latimer He was their third child and their third son Kent met the love of his life Megan on August 8th 2023 he knew right away he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her Cody (Brittnee) Latimer and Dillan (Jenna) Latimer.  He had a passion for working on cars and being a leader He made a career working in the automation industry starting as a technician and working his way up to manager position Before his passing he was working as the general manager for Carolina International Trucks he loved the company and everyone he worked with there Outside of work Kent loved spending his time with Megan whether it was a relaxing night in talking or Face Timing his granddaughters and receiving photos or videos of them Kent loved watching football especially his favorite football team Seattle Seahawks He of course had man’s best friend his dog Tito whom he loved a lot and loved taking her pretty much anywhere with him Above everything else Kent was beyond proud of all three of his sons and the things they have accomplished and continue to accomplish in their personal lives and careers.  his brother Jim(Gretchen) Latimer, Brother Paul (Sherry) Latimer Brother Ed (Paula) Latimer, Sister Sue (Bob) Adair and many nieces and nephews A celebration of life to honor Kent will be held on January 18 2025 from 12:00-2:00 pm at Le Jardin at the Rose Shop a first-term Democrat from the 16th district Be one of the first to know what's coming up on WAMC See additional subscription options 2025Cities without a state are in Missouri the only child born to the late James Ellis and Virginia Lee (Cunningham) Latimer Jim’s life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family His thirst for knowledge and passion for design led him to pursue higher education at Kansas State University in Manhattan where he earned his bachelor’s degree in architecture He was an active member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity they built a beautiful life and were blessed with three daughters: Tammy Jim’s talent and vision could be seen in the structures and schools he designed and the communities he helped shape leaving behind a portfolio of work that spoke to his meticulous nature and creative spirit Jim was a pillar of the Webb City community actively involved in various organizations He was a longtime member of Central United Methodist Church and the Webb City R-7 Hall of Fame Committee especially through Webb City CARES and Friends of the Library with a special place in his heart for Webb City football As a member of the “Gate Keepers Club,” he never missed a chance to cheer on his beloved Cardinals from the 50 yard line Jim’s presence was a constant at his grandchildren’s sporting events where he proudly watched them grow and excel enjoying the camaraderie and challenge of the game His giving heart was evident in all he did and his wonderful penmanship was a small but cherished signature of his attention to detail Elijah Miller and Briella Parker; a special niece Lauren Eskridge; and a host of other family members and friends A service to honor and celebrate Jim’s life will be held at 1 p.m at Central United Methodist Church in Webb City the family will receive friends beginning at 11 a.m Burial, with full military honors, will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Caden Miller, Zachary Martin, Ethan Paschke, Treghan Parker, Drake Miller and Elijah Miller. Memorial contributions may be made to either Central United Methodist Church or The Webb City Schools Foundation Latimer Scholarship Fund, in care of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home. a warm soul whose laughter could light up the darkest room Michele lived a life full of love and laughter in Carterville where she made friends out of strangers and family out of friends Michele’s journey was marked by a deep dedication to her loved ones and community A devoted wife to Thomas Wisner for 42 wonderful years until his passing in 2021 particularly her 28 grandkids and great-grandkids Her years working at William’s Foods were filled with camaraderie and commitment until her health necessitated retirement Michele was a proud member of the American Legion for over 30 years and a vigilant participant in the Neighborhood Watch program always looking out for her neighbors with a keen eye and a caring heart Known for her outgoing nature and infectious sense of humor Michele had a knack for leaving a lasting impression She had an incredible ability to make everyone feel like a lifelong friend offering a helping hand without hesitation Her passing leaves a profound void in the lives of those she touched A celebration of Michele’s lifewill be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park Crematory. The Webb City Sentinel isn’t a newspaper – but it used to be This “newspaper” seeks to carry on that tradition as a nonprofit corporation Geraldine (Geri) Latimer Davis passed away on Thursday When she was 6 weeks old her mother brought by train to their home in Nephi She was the daughter of David Russell and Annie Irene Sheppard Latimer she graduated from LDS Seminary and Juab High School in 1950 She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served in the primary organization for 47 years She worked at Timp Missionary Bookstore in Orem for 20 years In 2005 they sold their home of 43 years in Orem and moved to the family home in Nephi She is survived by her six children: Karen (Robert) Sundberg 13 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren Amberlee and Abbey as well as all the wonderful caregivers from Laurel Groves and Victorian House who so lovingly and patiently took care of mom for the past 15 years 2025 from 10:00-11:00 am at Anderson Funeral Home (94 West 300 North Utah) with a graveside service at 12:00 pm (noon) at Vine Bluff Cemetery VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A Michigan woman has been charged in connection with a $52,000 Facebook Marketplace scam, officials said. Demetria Latimer, 59, of Warren, is facing the charges of organized scheme to defraud over $50,000 and grand theft over $20,000. She is being held at the Volusia County Jail on a $25,000 bond. The woman allegedly stole $52,000 from an Orange City, Florida resident in the fake sale of an excavator on Facebook Marketplace. “Using bank records and other resources, Volusia Sheriff’s Office financial crimes detectives tracked down our suspect outside Detroit,” according to a release from the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office posted a video of Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood greeting Latimer at the airport when she arrived in Florida to face her charges. “I don’t understand,” Latimer said when Chitwood told her he was the reason she was there. The sheriff told her that a detective had been tracking her down and said, “We don’t like to have our residents become victims of fraud.” “I’m - I’m a victim myself,” Latimer told the sheriff. Chitwood told the woman that she could explain to detectives everything that happened, to which Latimer said, “Of course I will.” “OK, well that’s great, we’re glad,” said Chitwood. “Welcome to Florida.” The sheriff’s office said they believe Latimer also played a role in laundering money from others across the country. “The good news is we recovered the victim’s money,” the sheriff’s office said. “Any day another scammer is locked up is a good day. Thank you VSO Financial Crimes Unit!!” Copyright 2025 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. Sara Powers joined WDIV as a digital content producer in Oct. 2024 and has been covering Metro Detroit news since 2021. 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Discover more stories here The Acting Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA) in a May 1 letter to Congressman George Latimer of New York’s 16th Congressional District has reaffirmed his position that the agency does not need space to hold hearings in White Plains SSA is set to close its White Pains Hearing Office at 75 S Dudek had previously rejected efforts by Latimer Republican Congressman Mike Lawler of the 17th Congressional District County Executive Ken Jenkins and others to convince him to keep the office open so that people in Westchester and the nearby Hudson Valley could continue to have in-person hearings to try to obtain benefits to which they believe they’re entitled without having to travel long distances While not addressing the reported backlog of 2,000 unresolved cases at the White Plains Hearing Office “We will continue to provide the option of a virtual hearing by audio (telephone) and online video which is selected by over 83 percent of our claimants who receive service from the White Plains Hearing Office.” Dudek did not explain that video or telephone hearings were not necessarily favored by people for their hearings but that SSA has been trying to increase the number of virtual hearings for some time His letter to Latimer did not explain that new rules published in the Federal Register in August of last year empowered SSA to order that hearings be conducted by video or telephone rather than in-person individuals have 30 days to go through a specified process in order to try to switch to an in-person hearing SSA has published several pages of instructions for claimants to follow in order to participate in a virtual hearing including specifying technical equipment that’s needed Many people seeking to claim their Social Security benefits might not have access to the needed equipment and might lack needed technical expertise Dudek again dismissed an offer from Westchester County to make county space available for SSA to use as a new White Plains Hearing Office we procure and manage our space requirements through the General Services Administration (GSA) To discuss offers of County-owned facilities—as you suggest in your most recent letter—please contact Michael Gerber GSA Regional Commissioner for the Northeast and Caribbean Region at michael.gerber@gsa.gov,” Dudek said In response to Dudek’s latest rejection “I am deeply disappointed by the response I received from Acting Commissioner Dudek I am frustrated on behalf of my elderly and disabled constituents It is clear that this administration has no intention of helping Americans receive benefits they have earned Westchester residents will have to travel to New Haven … or downtown Manhattan to fight for their rights Using county space would have saved the federal government money and maintained services here in White Plains This really is unconscionable and shows how little regard President Trump and his administration have for everyday Americans; we deserve better.” “It’s clear that no matter how reasonable the offer the Social Security Administration simply doesn’t want a hearing office here in Westchester County,” Jenkins said “This isn’t about politics or party lines — this is about our parents and most vulnerable friends and neighbors being left with no access to Social Security services when there is a problem The reality is that traveling to another hearing office an hour or more away to another county or even another state is a privilege For those who find travel difficult or impossible they are being completely shut out by the Social Security Administration Westchester is the largest County in the Hudson Valley and should have a hearing office.” This page is available to subscribers. 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Trending Westchester Westchester County Executive George Latimer delivered a heartfelt valedictory on Monday recounting his two decades of service in county elective office including the past seven years at the helm of the growing regional government Standing at the podium of the county Board of Legislators Abraham Lincoln and Charles Dickens as he reflected on his time in White Plains and the adventure that begins next week as a 71-year-old freshman in the halls of the U.S in a high-profile contest that attracted national attention through its focus on the war in Gaza and support for Israel Latimer made his remarks with his trademark sense of inclusivity highlighting his dedication to listening to all voices and his desire to make this world a better place the Rye Democrat who has yet to lose an election since voters put him on the Rye City Council in 1987 “I’m a blessed man to have had this opportunity He ticked off a compendium of his accomplishments: renovating Memorial Field in his hometown of Mount Vernon restoring the Elijah Miller House in North White Plains electrifying the county’s Bee-Line bus fleet and investing tax dollars in affordable housing More: Latimer claims 0% tax increase in 2024 budget. That depends on what taxes are included He did so by cutting the tax levy in the county’s operating budget finding consensus with the county’s municipal employee unions and creating jobs for union labor for the plethora of capital projects that were a hallmark of his seven-year tenure “We did all this with an attitude of friendship – no pomposity with the spirit of respect and good neighborliness,” he said “We have shown that Democrats and Republicans can find common ground Latimer spoke before a packed house of past and present elected officials "George Latimer was a champion for progress and a unifier in trying times," said Board of Legislators Chair Vedat Gashi who served with Latimer in the state Senate She said Latimer’s ubiquity in the community coupled with his charm and interest in policy matters has resonated throughout Westchester for decades “George is present in the community like no one else,” said Mayer and works to make changes that are relevant to people’s lives and they love him more than the rest of us.” More: George Latimer beats Jamaal Bowman: 5 takeaways from their big-spending NY-16 battle who is the only politician to announce an intention to run in a special election for the seat has served at Latimer’s side over the past seven years Latimer's heir-apparent said his boss had a two-pronged approach to motivating those in the government bureaucracy and the fellow elected officials with whom he needs to cooperate “You have compassion and dedication and the ability to inspire with your words and actions,” said Jenkins and always prioritize the people of Westchester County.” Latimer’s election in 2017 ended the reign of Mount Pleasant Republican Rob Astorino who pared down the county workforce by eliminating hundreds of positions while holding the line on county property taxes – both in the county’s operating budget and its special districts that provide water Latimer reversed the retrenchment on spending and the county workforce that took place during his predecessor’s two-term tenure Latimer’s victory over Astorino in 2017 was a sign of the diminishing presence of the county’s Republican party which had long ruled the roost in county government there’s just one Republican and one Conservative on the 17-member Board of Legislators And the dwindled minority caucus of two has failed to mount much opposition to Latimer’s rule his exit from Westchester County caps 36 years of elective office on the local He began his political career on the Rye City  Council in 1987 won election to the County Board of Legislators in 1991 as the first Democrat to represent his Sound Shore district He was elevated to county Board Chairman in 1998 he moved up from the county Board to serve in the state Assembly for four terms where he served for three terms before beating Astorino in 2017 How Westchester County government grew under George LatimerLatimer believes in the power of government to be a force of good in the community Cognizant of Westchester property owners distain for their ever-growing property tax bill Latimer cut county property taxes to support the county’s operating budget by 3% But if you consider overall county property taxes property taxes rose 10% over the Latimer years Latimer opposed expanding the acreage of county parks, including a 2022 proposal backed by the county Parks Board asking Westchester to purchase land by Pocantico Lake in Mount Pleasant Latimer invested heavily on county parks projects: completing the North and South County trailways which he renamed in honor of former County Executive Andrew O'Rourke while also repaving the popular recreation site He extended the Bronx River Pathway through Eastchester Latimer at first tried to kill Astorino’s plan to privatize the management of Playland Park management was transferred to Standard Amusements with Westchester agreeing to invest an estimated $150 million to bring the historic amusement park up to 21st Century standards But an appeal languishes in the court’s Appellate Division the heart of the county’s mission to provide assistance to the county’s neediest Westchester's commitment to child care for the poor and the working poor also grew substantially with the 2025 budget including a $24 million boost in child care subsidies Fueling the growth of county spending was ample state and federal support There was also a rise in county indebtedness with annual debt service rising 24% over his tenure to $103 million The biggest boon to Westchester County’s finances was the 1 percentage point hike in the county sales tax which drove much of the increased spending bringing in an additional $385 million to county coffers since Latimer took office in 2018 Astorino had dug deep into the county’s reserve to keep his no-tax increase pledge leaving Latimer with just $57 million in 2018 the reserves had grown more than eight-fold with $529 million banked in reserves by year’s end That helped restore Westchester County’s AAA bond rating the gold standard in the municipal finance world Latimer’s speech was followed by accolades from County Legislator Ben Boykin who now serves on the National Association of Counties and a string of employees in his offices on the 9th floor of the Michaelian Office Building a former county legislator who has led the county’s legal staff during Latimer’s tenure He noted that Latimer was heading to Washington where partisan gridlock remains entrenched in the halls of Congress "If anyone can make a difference in a divided Congress VOLUSIA COUNTY – A Michigan woman was arrested on Tuesday following a $52,000 Facebook Marketplace scam In a release deputies identified the woman as 59-year-old Demetria Latimer “Demetria stole $52,000 from an Orange City resident in a fake sale of an excavator on Facebook Marketplace,” the release reads Volusia Sheriff’s Office financial crimes detectives tracked down our suspect outside Detroit.” Detectives said that Latimer was brought to Volusia County overnight where she now faces charges of grand theft and organized scheme to defraud “The good news is we recovered the victim’s money,” the release continues “Any day another scammer is locked up is a good day.” The sheriff’s office released video of Latimer’s arrival in Florida where the following exchange can be heard between the suspect and Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and he’s the one who’s been tracking you down on what’s going on We don’t like to have our residents become victims of fraud.” I’ll tell you what: we’re going to give you the opportunity to consult with the detectives...” Chitwood: “...And he’ll read you your rights and you’ll explain to him everything that went on.” Chitwood: “These gentlemen will take good care of you.” deputies said they have reason to believe that Latimer may have played a key role in laundering money from others across the country Anyone with additional information on this case can reach out to the sheriff’s office by clicking here Copyright 2025 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us / Follow on Social Media Careers at WKMG Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy FCC Applications EEO Report Disability Assistance Copyright © 2025 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group Joan cherished spending time with her beloved husband Wally Joan graduated from Ohio State University in 1961 with a BS in Education and was a kindergarten teacher for several years She dedicated her life to supporting her family and community She was a remarkable survivor of Juvenile Diabetes for 69 years and continued to play tennis weekly until this past summer reflecting her enduring spirit and passion for life Joan was known for her sense of style and grace and she found joy in hobbies such as tennis and having lunch at Domus Fare with friends Joan’s love for sports was matched only by her dedication to her family and friends She was an active member of the Fredonia First Methodist Church who was always “in the know,” and provided comfort and encouragement to those in need through her prayers Her proudest achievements included raising her two wonderful children and sharing 61 loving years of marriage with her husband and resilience will live on in the hearts of all who knew her Jennifer Latimer; grandchildren: Brooke Seltzer and husband In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Fredonia First Methodist Church (To Make an online donation please go to: fredoniafirst.org) Visitation will be held at the LARSON-TIMKO Funeral Home Funeral services will held at the Fredonia First Methodist Church Interment will be in the Webster Cemetery On-line condolences may be made at larsontimkofuneralhome.com Copyright © 2025 Ogden Newspapers of New York | https://www.observertoday.com | PO Box 391 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our wife 2025 after a long courageous battle with COPD surrounded by her loved ones.  Utah to Norman Jed Mitchell and Margaret Virginia Pass.  Sherry attended and graduated from West High School in 1965 and lived out her life in Magna Utah where she met her life long friends Dave and Alicia Jones She worked and retired from the State Office of Vital Records Her passions in life were her children and family specifically Classic Country and Rock and Roll which love she passed down to her children and grandchildren She was a lot of fun and her smile lit up a room She enjoyed card and board games where she was extremely competitive and hated losing She was an exceptional bowler and was on numerous leagues throughout her life She was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and coordinated Sunday dinners with family around the games.  Mom made any holiday fun and Christmas was a magical time for everyone which created so many cherished traditions.  Sherry was a beautiful dancer and when the music was playing she couldn’t help but get up and move her feet and body to the rhythm.  Her family would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to Inspiration Hospice for their tender love and care for mom -- specifically her hospice nurse Kristy and her CNA Nora.  We will be doing a Celebration of Life at a later date George Latimer has one foot in White Plains and another in Washington wrapping up his seven-year tenure as Westchester County executive while preparing to start work as a rookie congressman 5 after a bruising Democratic primary in June against Rep Latimer heads to Congress at the ripe age of 71 after a long career in county and state government (and as a marketing executive) assemblyman and state senator before ascending to county executive in 2018 His new role will be very different than the one he's leaving Rather than calling the shots as leader of a large administration and county workforce jostling field of players as one of 435 House members which limits his clout and puts a premium on collaboration and bipartisan work In an exit/entrance interview this week with the USA Today Network Latimer talked about both the job he's departing and the one he's starting — moments that stood out and what he hopes to achieve as a new congressman and Democrat in a Republican-controlled Congress He'll represent the southern half of Westchester and a sliver of the Bronx in New York's 16th Congressional District Latimer is set to sign a $2.5 billion county budget on Wednesday Here's how he responded to a series of questions shortened into summaries and direct quotes: "I'll give you best day/worst day," Latimer suggested, singling out the 2022 ribbon-cutting for a rebuilt sports complex in Mount Vernon as his best who grew up in Mount Vernon and had his high school graduation at Memorial Field relished its reopening both for sentimental reasons and the relief of finishing a $40 million renovation after 12 years of planning and work we did something that was concrete,'" he said that's what I would look at — concrete things we were able to accomplish." Reckoning with the deaths of 70 Westchester residents in one night as the covid contagion swept into the county in 2020 with another 30 fatalities expected that day "We had no capacity in the county between the funeral parlors or the crematoriums or the cemeteries to handle that many civilian deaths," Latimer recalled He and county officials soon chose a grim solution: renting two refrigerated trucks as temporary storage for bodies would become the "defining moment" of his tenure — a long grueling ordeal that included his giving daily briefings to update Westchester residents on new cases and deaths during the pandemic's worst stages Q: What are you leaving undone in Westchester?Two big capital projects have yet to be taken up: reconfiguring the county airport's terminal and renovating the Westchester County Center which was built in the 1930s and last overhauled in the '80s there'd be undone things at the end of that Q: What’s the main challenge your successor will face in Westchester Changing federal policies could put unexpected pressure on county finances which share the cost of the public health coverage with the federal government (Fiscal pain in Albany could get passed down to the county level whatever's going to happen to state and federal policies," he said Pinpoint the needs of a diverse district that ranges from dense urban areas to super-affluent suburbs Among his priorities: flood mitigation and other infrastructure upgrades; and improving water quality in the Long Island Sound for shore communities in southeast Westchester Another priority is lifting the cap on SALT deductions when Congress revamps the federal tax code Lawmakers in both parties from high-tax states like New York and New Jersey are keen to raise or eliminate the $10,000 limit on deductions for state and local taxes (A GOP-led Congress imposed that cap in 2017 during the first Trump administration.) Latimer has met 30 to 40 of his future colleagues but still has a lot of introductions to make "legislation happens because of personal relationships so you have to build those relationship and because the House is held by the Republicans ever so slightly — but it doesn't matter; Republicans are still in charge." "And while there are some things we're going to fight about there are things where you could find common ground So you still want to have relationships with people even if you don't agree on some major things." Aside from non-partisan issues such as flood prevention and interests that cross party lines such as the SALT cap Latimer saw hope for agreement in an area long mired in partisan strife: border security and immigration reform Primary win: How did he win? George Latimer's take on what drove wide primary victory over Bowman "When people talk about how do you strengthen the border how do you have a path to work for people that want to come and work when you need the people working in these jobs I think there's cooperation that can be found on that." the House is up every two years and this is a very closely held House," Latimer said pointing out that Democrats gained a seat in last month's elections His prescription for his party: "If you go out there and you interact with people on an everyday basis And I believe that the more the Democrats are grassroots oriented And I think there's a chance to win the House back." Chris McKenna covers government and politics for The Journal News and USA Today Network Latimer delivered a heartfelt speech at the Westchester County Office Building in White Plains where the Democrat has spent much of the past 30-plus years Since he first ran for the Rye City Council in 1987 "I’m a blessed man to have had this opportunity.” He glided to victory in the 16th District in November after ousting incumbent Congressman Jamaal Bowman in a high-profile Democratic primary in June The race — the most expensive House primary in U.S history — focused heavily on the Israel-Hamas war and saw Latimer receive significant funding from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee When Latimer is sworn in to Congress on Friday and the White House under President-elect Trump "A number of my friends have remarked that I didn’t seem especially exuberant to have won this victory and to head off to the big show in national government the international threats and the domestic strife This moment is not about any personal achievement or an electoral victory Monday’s event was heavily attended by Latimer’s colleagues and supporters on both sides of the aisle White Plains Mayor Tom Roach says it was Latimer who helped him get into local politics “As a representative to us in every role he’s had "It’s a complete partnership: the county working with us to get things accomplished the county offering assistance when we need it and we help them when we can help them…He’s been a pleasure and I’m so excited for him to be in Congress.” Latimer touted cuts to the property tax levy and investments in the county workforce Westchester was one of a few counties to accept asylum seekers from New York City last year as the city grapples with an influx of migrants from the southern border The New York State Association of Counties and the state County Executives’ Association both presented Latimer with tokens for his service says he always felt like he could work with Latimer He says Latimer was especially helpful as counties navigated the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic all 62 counties — what the heck are we geting ourselves into "George got a call of everybody on the phone and said and you guys are gonna be OK.’ And as a military commander a Republican from the nearby 17th District says he looks forward to working with Latimer in the coming session He says his top priority is lifting the current cap on state and local tax deductions there will be a number of issues that we seek to address on behalf of Westchester County and residents from infrastructure to parks and the environment we’ll be working together on a lot of different things and [will] find the opportunity to do so.” Latimer’s resignation as county executive will go in effect Thursday afternoon at which point the Board of Legislators will tap an acting county executive and plan a special election to take place within 90 days the only person running is Latimer’s deputy and fellow Democrat Jenkins has worked alongside Latimer since he took office in 2018 Jenkins says he is the best pick to guide Westchester through another Trump presidency because he and Latimer have already done so once “We understand how to navigate through these particular times whether they’re Democrat or Republican," says Jenkins.  he would be Westchester’s first Black county executive The special election only fills the last year of Latimer’s term so if Jenkins wants to continue in the seat This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page preparing graduates to serve clients and communities Our motivated students study full time or part time on-campus or partially online in the way that fits their lives Learn about the application process and connect with our Admissions team News and Events | Mitchell Hamline School of Law 651-290-63791-888-962-5529 ally.roeker @mitchellhamline.edu who served as dean of Hamline University School of Law after stepping down as the longest-serving mayor in St Latimer was as known for his good-natured personality as any policy wins though a robust redevelopment of downtown St He was also easily the best-known dean in Hamline Law’s history given his popularity after 14 years at city hall The news conference in April 1989 to announce his appointment was front page news in the Twin Cities Latimer’s tenure at Hamline Law began the day after he left the mayor’s office and lasted three years until he departed to serve in President Bill Clinton’s administration in 1993 Latimer came to the job of dean with the same enthusiasm he had as mayor He oversaw a law school that enjoyed increasing enrollment and a rise in stature of what remains a nationally recognized Dispute Resolution Institute Latimer’s appointment as dean of Hamline Law is front-page news his former colleagues also note Latimer’s mere presence was its own legacy for Hamline Law it in some measure validated what was happening at the law school,” said Ed Butterfoss a longtime professor who would also later serve as Hamline Law’s dean “With his life and career as a lawyer who turned to public service he embodied the ideal at Hamline—lawyer as servant leader It was clear he cared deeply about the professional and personal well-being of the students Latimer often worked in his youth at the small grocery store ran by his parents He met Nancy Moore at a high school dance; they married six years later During Latimer’s final year at Columbia Law School a roommate’s family offered Latimer the chance to clerk at a firm in St raising their five children in the capital city Latimer practiced labor law while getting involved with DFL politics Paul School Board in 1970 and was serving as a University of Minnesota regent when he eked out a 2,200-vote win in the 1976 mayor’s race against a former mayor Latimer smiles at his installation as Hamline Law dean Paul became an epicenter of the gay rights movement when an amendment was placed on the ballot to remove the city’s groundbreaking gay rights law thanks to a reputation as a pragmatist who brought together factions to get deals done He also kept his number listed in the phone book Latimer tried to cash in his popularity by running for governor of Minnesota He faced another popular politician – the sitting governor Perpich trounced Latimer by nearly 17 points Paul mayor only won the vote in two counties He later quipped in a 1990 interview that “every time I declined to run for higher office Even after he declined to seek a seventh term as mayor in 1989 Latimer’s name remained in speculation for another run for governor in 1990 But his private job hunt went a different direction Latimer had applied to be dean of Harvard Law but withdrew from consideration because his family wanted to stay in St Rybak visit before an appearance at the Minnesota State Fair The questions around another political run continued even after he became dean but the former mayor remained adamant about staying put “I’d rule it out,” he told the Associated Press in March 1990 “I’ve made a commitment to Hamline and I’m very happy here.” Latimer stepped down from Hamline Law after accepting a job as a special consultant to then-U.S Housing and Urban Development Secretary Henry Cisneros The two had gotten to know each other while both serving as mayors (Cisneros in San Antonio) “George Latimer’s true affection for Hamline Law became clear when he returned to Saint Paul from D.C and frequently attended not only formal law school events but also informal gatherings of the faculty and staff,” recalled Butterfoss One such event included attending his granddaughter’s graduation from the law school in 2023 “He will always be remembered by those who served with him at Hamline as the dean whose initial reaction to ideas rarely was ‘we can’t do that,’ but instead typically was ‘why can’t we do that?’” Latimer attends his granddaughter Sophia’s graduation from Mitchell Hamline Hamline Law combined with William Mitchell College of Law to create Mitchell Hamline School of Law Latimer remained connected with the new law school including attending his granddaughter’s commencement ceremony when she graduated from Mitchell Hamline in 2023 “Ed [Butterfoss] and I both thought George’s biggest accomplishment was to create an air of optimism and pride in the law school,” said Marie Failinger another longtime professor who chaired the search committee that brought in Latimer in 1990 “And he did all of that just by being himself.” Paul Central Library in downtown was renamed for Latimer At the 1989 press conference announcing his appointment as dean Latimer was asked how he would like the people of St His answer: “That I wasn’t much until I became dean of Hamline University Law School.” Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Aug Category: Feature, News Tag: George Latimer, obituary © 2025 Mitchell Hamline School of Law in affiliation with Hamline University “They talk about closing offices today but they intend to end Social Security,” Democratic Congressman George Latimer of New York’s 16th Congressional District told a rally in White Plains on March 22 “The people who work and labor to do this work all of those people that lose their jobs … they’re not part of Mar-a-Lago families They’re out on the streets,” Latimer said “This is not a matter of just a few people This is systematically citizens and elected officials alike that are outraged by what’s happened and won’t accept it The rally was held at the Social Security field office at 297 Knollwood Road That office is not one of the dozens listed by Trump campaign donor and leader of the Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk and his associates for closure the White Plains Hearing Office at a separate location where people appear before administrative law judges to pursue claims for Social Security benefits is scheduled to be closed on May 31 and the field office in Poughkeepsie is scheduled to be closed July 31 Among the local elected officials and labor union leaders who were joined by people from throughout the Hudson Valley were American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten American Federation of Government Employees President Everett Kelley New York Alliance for Retired Americans President Barry Kaufman New York State United Teachers At-Large Director Florence McCue and New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins Latimer said that under Trump the Social Security Administration (SAA) would rather send New Rochelle residents to New Haven to try to gain the benefits to which they’re entitled than keep the White Plains Hearing Office open even after Westchester County offered SSA space it could use in White Plains “It’s another way of saying ‘we prefer you don’t come to the hearing so we can cut your Social Security benefits and you don’t say a thing about it,'” Latimer said “I first started contributing to Social Security in my first full-time job “My mother and father were alive at the time that Franklin Roosevelt created the system and that commitment was for them When they retired and they received Social Security I was contributing to a system that had benefits for me in time but in the meantime benefitted the people that the commitment was made to back in the 1930s We’ve seen people who have come to you and me and said ‘My Social Security check is all I have.'” “If you think this is unprecedented you are not crazy; it is We have never in the United States in the modern age faced the kind of assault on people that has happened in the last 60-plus days.” She said that the Trump Administration is loading up the playing field with so many things happening in the hope that people will not know where to look first and will grow tired “They want us to throw up our arms and say we can’t do anything.’ And they want us to be scared because at the end of the day they want the people to be broke and broken,” Weingarten said Once they close an office so that people can’t get to the farther office When they close an office it is to try to stop people from getting the benefits When they change a phone system it is to stop people from getting the benefits.” Kelley urged people at the rally to tell Elon Musk who at the behest of President Trump has been making huge cuts to the federal government including at the Social Security Administration “We are going to fight and win,” Kelley told the crowd “We’ll stand up as family and tell you (Musk) when it’s time to go and that time is right now.” Published 3 months ago3m ago • Bookmarks: 265 • Comments: 2 New York’s 16th Congressional District sent former Westchester County Executive George Latimer to Washington but he keeps coming back—and says he is going to continue to do so as long as he’s in office Latimer launched “an aggressive outreach plan to visit local community governments and their leaders throughout Westchester and Bronx communities.” DC representatives were invisible between elections,” Latimer said “This is a new day of connectivity and cooperation.” Starting with Mamaroneck and Rye Brook Village Boards,” Rep Latimer is planning to show up at meetings at every one of the district’s 28 municipal governing bodies on a rotating basis He will drop in at Tarrytown’s Board of Trustee 7:00 p.m then dash down Broadway to do the same at Ardsley Village Hall at 8:15 p.m. with aspirations of catching Irvington’s trustees in between Dobbs Ferry and Hastings will hear from him further into the cycle These drop-ins are meant to be information-sharing sessions the new man in Congress was the focal point of two “Ceremonial Inaugurations,” at which the Democratic Party faithful gathered in Latimer’s honor—first on Saturday in Co-op City a slice of the Bronx appended to southern Westchester in the last redistricting process and then again on Sunday at Rye High School he was lauded lavishly by the state’s leading politicians—from Senator Chuck Schumer and Governor Kathy Hochul to Attorney General Letitia James State Assembly Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins and his successor as County Executive The love fest was faintly tarnished by the appearance of four protesters who braved the frigid air outside the high school to remind arriving guests of Latimer’s acceptance of massive campaign funds from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) in his primary win over incumbent (and vocal supporter of Palestinian rights) Jamaal Bowman As one of the newest kids on the Congressional scene—and in the minority party at that George Latimer is not likely to influence  U.S but his spotlight on local government may put him in good stead in the district he defended his focus on local government: “I will never forget that authority is generated from the voters here that sent me to DC—and not the other way around.” © 2025. 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Rye guy and NY-16 Congressman elect George Latimer hit the road on Thursday morning Latimer turned in his Westchester County-supplied car and he and his wife Robin departed their Wainwright Street home in Robin’s white Grand Cherokee for the drive down to Washington Latimer formally resigned as Westchester County Executive on Thursday and provided a Speaker of the House is installed on schedule he will become Rye’s new Congressman mid-day on Friday All incoming Congressmen are sworn in at the same time (not individually as happens with Senators) by the Speaker of the House Latimer did not think it was a circumstance where he would be asked to place a hand on a bible but in response to the question he said he would be packing the family bible just to be on the safe side,” Latimer said to this writer Latimer expects his two committee assignments within the next week or two He has requested to be on Transportation & Infrastructure and Financial Services Both are desirable committees and being a freshman Congressman in the minority party he will have to see what cards he is dealt “I thought that both my background and the nature of the district lent my experience to those two areas,” Latimer told MyRye.com “Financial services is considered an elite committee or exclusive committee and transportation infrastructure a desirable committee it doesn’t matter what I’ve done before I got into the House So if there’s a guy who’s got a couple of terms in and he’s been waiting for a seat on TNI He and his staff need to take over two existing local constituent offices – one in Co-op City Alexandria Ocasio-Cortes had when she represented that area (prior to redistricting) and the office that outgoing Congressman Jamaal Bowman (and Nita Lowey before him) had in White Plains He cannot take possession of the offices until he is sworn in “I have a bunch of stuff from the county office buildings,” said Latimer “I cleaned out my office [to] a storage room in the basement of the County office building the former County Executive and now Congressman is going to be schlepping boxes from Martine Avenue to Mamaroneck Avenue to set up the new office.” Richard Orsillo will be Latimer’s chief of staff in DC Ellen Hendrickx of Greenburgh will oversee his White Plains office and Tremaine O’Garro will oversee the Co-op City office Latimer will be staying in his sister’s spare bedroom in Northern Virginia to start things off Back in 1982 – 84 when he and Robin were first married Latimer had a corporate assignment in Springfield Latimer expects to split his time between Rye and DC He thinks he’ll usually train down Mondays and fly back Thursday evenings He says he will miss running from event to event across Westchester all the time to see and keep connected to everyone Latimer has scheduled a ceremonial inauguration back in Rye on Sunday It will be held at the Rye High School auditorium and State Senator Shelley Mayer will be the emcee Details on the exact event line up are to be decided Good bet Latimer’s wife Robin will be singing God Bless America Follow MyRye.com on Instagram: A post shared by MyRye.com (@myryedotcom) Jay Sears is the owner and publisher of MyRye.com Contact Jay here: https://myrye.com/tips-letters/ Rye resident Andrew Dapolite sent the following letter about Rye Mayoral candidate Peter Jovanovich: Peter… a movie adaptation of the book of the same… Holding Court is a new series by retired Rye City Court Judge Joe Latwin (PHOTO: The New York Times of June 28 1932.) Amelia Earhart has been is the news… Rye Guy and County Executive George Latimer got the nod on Thursday from New York… Rye Mayor Josh Cohn has provided the following letter (in Q&A form) to MyRye.com is… — Residents of the old Southward Village area of Fort Myers can soon look forward to the opening of Latimer Crossing an affordable housing complex set to provide much-needed options for renters Watch Fort Myers Community Correspondent Miyoshi Price's report: shared her thoughts on the city's affordable housing state "The prices are too expensive," she stated emphasizing the challenges many residents face in finding suitable housing She also noted the burden of rent prices and managing utilities Even though Sparks currently has a place to live she recalls the difficulties she encountered during her search FOX4's Miyoshi Price recently explored the grounds of Latimer Crossing, situated off Cleveland Avenue. This new complex is part of a $30 million housing and urban development grant awarded to the housing authority in 2021. Visit the Housing Authority's website to learn more about the Choice Neighborhoods grants and The Greater Dunbar Initiative you can rent one of the units at Latimer Crossing the executive director of the housing authority explained the layout and offerings of Latimer Crossing "These are mainly one- and two-bedroom units It'll have a kind of commercial front because it is situated on a commercial corridor in the Cleveland Avenue CRA district," Davis said Marcia Davis mentioned that they are actively seeking retail or business tenants to fill the commercial space available She highlighted that the development will feature resident amenities and family-friendly outdoor spaces in the back When we talk about the affordable component are you renting to people with section eight vouchers for that particular property We will accept housing choice vouchers for that property and then it’s a truly mixed-income community while others will accept Section 8 vouchers We will also welcome residents making 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI) or below." Latimer Crossing aims to address the increasing demand for affordable housing in Fort Myers creating a mixed-income community that benefits a range of residents hopes are high that it will contribute positively to the local housing landscape Latimer is preceded in death by his brothers and Tom (Anne Gueinzius); 11 grandchildren and Claire; and great grandchild Aubrey; as well as many members of the extended Latimer and Moore families New York where his family ran a neighborhood grocery store/deli "Latimer's." He had fond memories of his mother "Dolly," making potato salad in the back room of the store playing basketball at the Jewish Community Center taking the train into the city alone as a young boy to catch a Yankees game never having to fight because everyone knew how tough his big brother Bill was Columba Grade School where he served as an altar boy and considered that fulfilled his lifetime of Sunday obligations (listening to Italian opera and creating "everything in the 'fridge" omelets while Nancy brought the kids to St While George was working at the local A & P store with her brother Michael's college in Vermont while Nancy attended Cornell University in Ithica He studied under a Woodrow Wilson Fellowship at the University of Chicago followed by a law degree from Columbia University He also served as a Regent at the University of Minnesota an Under Secretary for Housing and Urban Development during the Clinton Administration President of the National League of Cities a Distinguished Professor at Macalester College and as a member of countless volunteer boards and committees George's exuberant love for all around him made the world love him back George and Nancy were an intellectual and spiritual match could not be more grateful to move forward in this world with their love inside of us Mental Health Services; The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library; or The Bridge for Youth homeless shelter Westchester County Executive George Latimer who is due to take the oath of office in Washington and become a member of Congress on Jan 3 to represent New York’s 16th Congressional District plans to have ceremonial inaugurations for the public in both Westchester and the Bronx Latimer also plans to open Congressional District Offices in both Westchester and the Bronx The 16th District covers southern Westchester as well as a section of the Bronx that includes the apartment complex at Co-Op City Latimer won a decisive victory on the Democratic ticket in the Nov after having defeated incumbent Jamaal Bowman in a hotly contested Democratic primary Latimer racked up a landslide win in Westchester in the primary Latimer says that the two district offices will be accessible and community-centered reflecting his commitment to ensuring that every constituent feels connected to their federal representative and empowered to seek assistance The Westchester District Office will be at 222 Mamaroneck Ave in White Plains while the Bronx District Office will be at 177 Dreiser Loop in the Bronx “Everyone who knows me knows that I am committed to being as embedded in the communities I serve as possible,” Latimer said “These two district offices will ensure that residents of the Bronx and Westchester County have direct access to their federal representative responding and solving problems together.” the district offices are intended to provide constituent services such as assistance with federal programs They will be centers for community outreach that includes engaging with local organizations and collaborating on community initiatives they will be used as bases for advocacy support in helping deal with federal agencies and addressing pressing local issues In addition to the official swearing in ceremony in Washington Latimer is planning to hold a public ceremony in Westchester on Sunday 26 at the Rye High School Performing Arts Center There also will be a ceremonial event open to the public the day before in the Dreiser Auditorium in Co-Op City in the Bronx Latimer is scheduled to deliver a farewell address as county executive at a meeting of the County Board of Legislators on Dec at the Legislative Chambers in the County Office Building in White Plains Westchester County Executive and Rye resident George Latimer officially submitted his resignation as head of County government as he heads to Congress as the new representative for NY-16. Latimer made the announcement during his weekly update and in a letter to County Clerk Tim Idoni Latimer will be sworn in as Congressman on Friday “I’m deeply appreciative of the many kindnesses that have been shown to me in this position over the course of these seven years,” said Latimer on Monday about his service as County Executive Latimer’s resignation as County Executive will be effective at 12:01pm on Thursday it is then expected Chair of the Board of Legislators Vedat Gashi will appoint an acting County Executive until the first Board of Legislators (BOL) meeting The BOL itself will then appoint an acting County Executive for up to 90 days and call for a special election The election will be to fill the remainder of Latimer’s term in 2025 there will then be a fall 2025 election for County Executive for a new four year term Latimer’s current Deputy Ken Jenkins has declared his candidacy and is the expected front runner Latimer managed to plug Mistletoe Magic this Sunday in downtown Rye Rye Rec’s annual turkey trot this Saturday and the Rec’s bonfire and sign along on Sunday Latimer typically has other local electeds at his weekly update and on Monday he hosted Rye Councilman Josh Nathan Nathan thanked the County for its “terrific partnership” and “fiscal stewardship” referencing our parks urged listeners to visit downtown Rye and its holiday lights and congratulated Latimer for his election to Congress and his commitment to the local community Latimer discussed his resignation as County Executive at 22:22 but still early (9:30pm): PARTY    9 Districts out of   318 Reporting (2)%GEORGE S… It started nine years ago when Rye registered for the Climate Smart Communities program Rye Josh Cohn and the Rye City Council made it official Wednesday evening: Thursday The planning commission is meeting Tuesday night The de-railed 76 Bus made a stop on the Rye City Council agenda Donald Trump’s Acting Commissioner of the Social Security Administration has rejected a bipartisan effort by Democratic Congressman George Latimer of the New York 16th Congressional District and Republican Mike Lawler of the 17th Congressional District to keep the Social Security Hearing Office in White Plains open Dudek said that the people in Latimer’s district who need to go to a hearing office can travel to Lower Manhattan the Bronx or Goshen in Orange County for the Social Security services they are seeking Dudek told Latimer that he would be telling Lawler the same thing in a separate letter to him The lease on the current Hearing Office at 75 S Latimer and Lawler emphasized to Dudek that it is the only Social Security Hearing Office in the Hudson Valley and closing it would force some constituents to drive hours for hearings The move by Lawler and Latimer to try to keep the office open came one day after Latimer appeared with Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and others at the County Office Building in White Plains to announce that the county has space that SSA could use for its White Plains Hearing Office “According to the SSA’s Regional Public Affairs Office in New York the White Plains office is closing because the landlord is not interested in renewing the lease and SSA opted to close the office rather than find a suitable alternate location This is a laughable course of action,” Lawler and Latimer said in their letter to Dudek “The office has had long-term issues with mold over the past five to six years which the General Services Administration (GSA) has been unable to resolve,” Dudek said “Because the majority of our claimants will not be affected by the office closure we are not exploring an alternate location.” Latimer and Lawler noted that the White Plains Hearing Office currently has a backlog of over 2,000 cases and it conducts hundreds of in-person hearings each year “Social Security payments are lifelines for many of our constituents and we unconditionally condemn any effort to make receiving these payments more difficult for the American people,” Lawler and Latimer wrote freedom seekers George and Rebecca Latimer arrived in Boston after escaping slavery in Virginia while Rebecca remained safely hidden away in the homes of local abolitionists Though Bostonians quickly secured George's freedom the Latimer case provided antislavery activists the political capital to usher in a statewide Personal Liberty Law This "Latimer Law" intended to thwart future attempts by enslavers and their agents to recapture freedom seekers the Latimers established themselves and their growing family in Boston and the surrounding areas When George later fell afoul of the law and served time in prison Rebecca worked in Boston before ultimately relocating to New York while George lived the rest of his life in Lynn Henry Howe's "Historical Collections of Virginia" (1845) Born enslaved in Norfolk, Virginia, George Latimer claimed July 4, 1820, as his birthday though the exact date is unknown. His father’s brother enslaved him and his mother, Margaret Olmsted. As a teenager and young adult, Latimer faced abuse from multiple enslavers. Around 1840, he attempted an escape to freedom. However, he only made it to Baltimore before being captured and returned to slavery.[1] Born on September 18, 1824, Rebecca Smith also grew up enslaved in Norfolk, Virginia.[2] Little else is known about her early life George and Rebecca married in February 1842 the couple did not want to raise their family in slavery the Latimers made the risky decision to leave Virginia and go north On October 4, 1842, George and Rebecca escaped Norfolk by stowing away on a steamship. Hiding in the hold of the ship, the couple landed in Frenchtown, Maryland.[4] George recounted: whose light-skin allowed him to pass as white person purchased a first-class ticket for himself and Rebecca They headed to Philadelphia and then to Boston George remembered an early close call as they boarded the northbound ship: The Latimers arrived in Boston on October 7, 1842, and introduced themselves to local abolitionists as freedom seekers from Virginia.[7] For further protection, George began to use an alias—Albert Mason.[8] Police arrested George in Dock Square on October 18, 1842.[10] Officers initially detained him at the Police Court on Court Street a crowd of more than 300 Black abolitionists arrived outside the Police Court in an attempt to rescue Latimer trying to avoid a confrontation with the crowd As police brought George to the Leverett Street Jail in Boston's West End, "a considerable number" of Black citizens followed them "carrying sticks and stones" and "uttered general threats" towards his captors. [11] The police even arrested people in the vicinity who did not participate in the rescue attempts. For example, they arrested William Parrish, a resident of Cambridge. The Boston Post reported that "the simple fact of being seen about the diggings was enough to authorize his arrest," but at court, "the traverse jury, however, were of a different way of thinking" and "returned a verdict of 'not guilty.'"[14] Despite their efforts being viewed "riotously and routously" by authorities Black men and women in Boston took direct action in an unsuccessful attempt to rescue Latimer As the authorities detained George at the Leverett Street Jail, Rebecca, while pregnant, evaded capture by hiding at a local safe house. Though Rebecca's enslaver, Mary Saver, put out a runaway ad[15] for her, she safely stayed at "the house of friendly abolitionists on High Street."[16] While Samuel Sewall, Amos B. Merrill, and Charles M. Ellis served as counsel for George in court, others held "Latimer Meetings" for him across the state. In Boston, Faneuil Hall and the Marlboro Street Church served as critical venues for such rallies.[21] At the October 30 Latimer meeting at Faneuil Hall, both Charles L. Remond and Frederick Douglass attempted to speak the Latimer Committee published resolves in the Latimer Journal about the incident invoking the revolutionary legacies of Faneuil Hall: In his first public letter published in the abolitionist newspaper the Liberator, Frederick Douglass wrote to William Lloyd Garrison about the Latimer case: George refused to be re-enslaved by Gray and sent back to Virginia Despite abolitionist organizing and the efforts of lawyers Merrill and Sewall quickly dropped the charges against her following the abolitionist uproar caused by George's imprisonment Though the law mandated George Latimer be returned to Gray Boston's vigilant abolitionist community protected his freedom by purchasing it from his enslaver Though Bostonians quickly purchased Latimer's freedom, his case galvanized the abolitionist community of Massachusetts into further political action. To enshrine personal protections in the state, they advocated for the Personal Liberty Act.[30] The law would prevent authorities in Massachusetts from assisting slave catchers and holding freedom seekers in state, county, or city and town buildings.[31] To gain support for this law, George Latimer attended and spoke at antislavery rallies with Frederick Douglass and Charles Lenox Remond in Boston and other places such as Essex, Hingham, and Salem.[32] Though Latimer effectively used his story and renown to motivate people to support the Personal Liberty Law some expressed concern of how organizers used him at these events Massachusetts State Archives courtesy of Widener Library at Harvard University As a result of dedicated campaigning and rallies throughout the state, antislavery activists garnered 64,526 signatures for the petition calling for the passage of the Personal Liberty Act.[34] the Latimer family had moved back to Boston They resided at 10 Oswego Street in the South End the family continued to struggle financially Fortunately, they received some financial help from the 1850 Boston Vigilance Committee, the third and final vigilance committee in Boston formed in response to the Fugitive Slave Law On January 17, 1854, George Latimer stole a pocketbook containing money from Thomas Townsend. The court found George guilty, and the judge sentenced him to spend more than a year in prison, with six months hard labor at the Middlesex State Prison.[40] in his newspaper Frederick Douglass' Paper A few years later, police arrested George again, this time, for breaking into the store of Ephraim H. Low in December 1857. The court sentenced him to 5 years in State Prison, with two days solitary confinement and hard labor. They imprisoned him in the Charlestown State Prison.[42] Rebecca found employment as well. In 1860, she worked as a servant and did her best to provide for her children.[46] After the Civil War, in 1868, brothers George and William, as well as Oscar Freeman, lived in the rear of 69 Phillips Street. While no household locations for Lewis and Rebecca are listed in the 1868 Boston City Directory, it is likely that they too lived at 69 Phillips Street. Lewis wrote in his diary that he and his mother "went into housekeeping in a couple of rooms on Phillips Street," after she returned to Boston from sea.[51] as well as those who helped them when they arrived in Boston George’s time in prison separated him from his family. After his release, he returned to work as a paperhanger in Boston and later Lynn. George ultimately remarried to Charlotte Saunders in 1865.[52] Charlotte gave birth to their son, Charles, a few years later.[53] By 1880, Rebecca had moved to Connecticut to be near her children. However, she and her second husband, Oscar, no longer lived together—instead, she lived with her son Lewis as a divorcee while Oscar remained in Boston.[54] With growing success as a patent draftsman, Lewis Latimer relocated to Bridgeport to work for the United States Electric Lighting Company. Having previously worked with Alexander Graham Bell on drafts of the telephone, he then patented carbon filaments for the lightbulb.[55] Rebecca’s other children also lived in Connecticut; Margaret and William in Bridgeport, and George in Hartford.[56] While Rebecca and her children moved away from Massachusetts, George continued to work and live in Lynn. After his second wife Charlotte passed, he married for a third and final time in 1884, to Mary Williams.[57] He also became involved in the Odd Fellows, a benevolent fraternal order.[58] Late in his life, George Latimer retold the story of his and Rebecca's escape from slavery as part of the Story of the Hutchinsons. George had previously traveled with the Hutchinson Family Singers, an abolitionist music troupe, for various antislavery events in the early 1840s.[59] He gave minimal details on his life after 1843, explaining, "For forty-five years I pursued the trade of a paperhanger in Lynn."[60] Frederick Douglass wrote to Lewis Latimer about seeing his father In 1895, George suffered from a fall. With his health slowly in decline, he died from a stroke in Lynn, Massachusetts, on May 29, 1896.[62] Rebecca remained close to her children throughout her life. She lived with them in Connecticut, then later moved to Flushing, New York, with her son Lewis. She died at 86 years old in Flushing on August 13, 1910. Her remains are interred at Old North Cemetery in Hartford, Connecticut.[63] Her obituary remembered her as "one of the oldest and highest respected residents in Flushing." It made no mention of her and George’s escape to freedom but did highlight the Civil War service of her three sons.[64] illustrated the growing strength of interracial alliances in the fight against slavery and served as an important precursor for the battles yet to come Their personal lives and actions–including George and Rebecca's flight from slavery and their sons’ service in the Civil War and beyond–show powerful stories of family resilience and service as well as the complexities and uncertainties of life in the North [1] Asa J. Davis, “The George Latimer Case,” The George Latimer Case ; Latimer Journal and North Star [2] New York Age [3] Latimer Journal and North Star [4] Boston Globe, June 2, 1896, 12. ; Scott Gac, “Slave or Free? White or Black? The Representation of George Latimer,” The New England Quarterly 88, no. 1 (2015): 75, http://www.jstor.org/stable/24718203 [5] Glennette Tilley Turner, Lewis Howard Latimer, (Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Silver Burdett Press, 1991), 8-9, Archive.org.; Story of the Hutchinsons (Tribe of Jesse) Volume 2, (Boston: Lee and Shepard, 1896), 350-351, Archive.org [6] Ibid [7] Boston Post [8] Boston Post [9] Boston Post [10] Boston Post [11] Boston Post [12] Boston Post [13] Boston Post Reports of Cases Argued and Determined in the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts [14] Boston Post [15] Ad transcription from Latimer Journal: “THE LATIMERS The Slaveholders account of this interesting family in company (as is supposed) with her husband She will in all probability endeavor to reach some one of the free States All persons are herby cautioned against harboring said slave and masters of vessels from carrying her from this port The above reward will be paid on delivery to MARY D and will give Fifty Dollars reward and pay all necessary expenses Twenty Five Dollars reward will be given for his apprehension within the State [16] Asa J. Davis, “The George Latimer Case,” The George Latimer Case; Story of the Hutchinsons (Tribe of Jesse) Volume 2, (Boston: Lee and Shepard, 1896), 350-351, Archive.org [17] Boston Directory 1842, (Boston: Stimpson & Clapp: 1842), 439, Stimpson's Boston directory. [1842] : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive [18] Liberator, June 11, 1841, 2; Boston Female Anti-Slavery Society, Ninth Annual Report of the Boston Female Anti-Slavery Society, (Boston: Oliver Johnson, 1842), 2, Archive.org [19] “December Meeting, Gifts to the Society; The Office of Attorney General; The Crisis of the Civil War," Proceedings of the Massachusetts Historical Society, Volume 56, 1922, 170, December Meeting. Gifts to the Society; The Office of Attorney General; The Crisis of the Civil War : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive [20] Latimer Journal and North Star [21] Liberator [22] Latimer Journal and North Star [23] Latimer Journal and North Star [24] Latimer Journal and North Star [25] The Liberator [26] Latimer Journal and North Star [27] Boston Post [28] Latimer Journal and North Star [29] Later in his life, Latimer attributed his freedom to Reverend Caldwell and donations from the Tremont Temple Baptist Society: “I recall with gratitude the generous act of Rev who raised the money with which I was redeemed.” However multiple sources from 1842 state Reverend Nathaniel Colver as the person who paid for George’s freedom It is possible Caldwell was somehow responsible for some of the funds raised at Tremont Temple More Than Freedom: Fighting for Black Citizenship in a White Republic [30] Liberator [31] Massachusetts Anti-Slavery and Anti-Segregation Petitions; Passed Acts; St. 1843, c.69, SC1/series 229, Massachusetts Archives, Boston, Mass, Harvard Mirador Viewer [32] Liberator [33] Boston Post [34] Liberator, February 3, 1843, 3; Massachusetts Anti-Slavery and Anti-Segregation Petitions; Passed Acts; St. 1843, c.69, SC1/series 229, Massachusetts Archives, Boston, Mass, Harvard Mirador Viewer [35] James Oliver Horton and Lois E Black Bostonians; Family Life and Community Struggle in the Antebellum North [36] 1843 Massachusetts Acts Chapter 69, Acts and resolves passed by the General Court [38] Account Book of Francis Jackson, Treasurer The Vigilance Committee of Boston, Dr. Irving H. Bartlett collection, 1830-1880, W. B. Nickerson Cape Cod History Archives, 18, https://archive.org/details/drirvinghbartlet19bart/mode/2up [39] Account Book of Francis Jackson Treasurer The Vigilance Committee of Boston [40] Municipal Court for the City of Boston Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Archives Massachusetts; Municipal Court for the City of Boston [41] Frederick Douglass' Paper, February 24, 1854, 3, https://www.loc.gov/item/sn84026366/1854-02-24/ed-1/ [42] Municipal Court for the City of Boston [45] Glennette Tilley Turner, Lewis Howard Latimer, (Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Silver Burdett Press, 1991), 22, Archive.org [46] Ibid [47] Glennette Tilley Turner, Lewis Howard Latimer, (Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Silver Burdett Press, 1991), 23, Archive.org [50] At only 16 years old, Lewis served as a landsman on USS Massasoit. ; “Latimer, Lewis,” National Park Service, Search For Sailors - The Civil War (U.S. National Park Service); Brooklyn Eagle [51] Glennette Tilley Turner, Lewis Howard Latimer, (Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Silver Burdett Press, 1991), 22-23, Archive.org [52] “George Latimer,” Town and City Clerks of Massachusetts, Massachusetts Vital and Town Records. Provo, UT: Holbrook Research Institute (Jay and Delene Holbrook), Massachusetts, U.S., Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988 - Ancestry.com [53] “Charles Latimer,” Year: 1880; Census Place: Boston, Suffolk, Massachusetts; Roll: 559; Page: 405a; Enumeration District: 733,1880 United States Federal Census - Ancestry.com [57] “George W Latimer,” New England Historic Genealogical Society; Boston, Massachusetts; Massachusetts Vital Records, 1911–1915, Massachusetts, U.S., Marriage Records, 1840-1915 - Ancestry.com [58] More than Freedom; Scott Gac, “Slave or Free? White or Black? The Representation of George Latimer,” The New England Quarterly 88, no. 1 (2015): 93–94. http://www.jstor.org/stable/24718203 [59] Scott Gac, “Slave or Free? White or Black? The Representation of George Latimer,” The New England Quarterly 88, no. 1 (2015): 93–95. http://www.jstor.org/stable/24718203 [60] Gac, 98.; Story of the Hutchinsons (Tribe of Jesse) Volume 2, (Boston: Lee and Shepard, 1896), 350-351, Archive.org [61] Winifred Latimer Norman, Lewis Latimer, Scientist, (New York: Chelsea House, 1994), 77, Lewis Latimer : Norman, Winifred Latimer : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive [62] “George W Lattimer,” New England Historic Genealogical Society; Boston, Massachusetts; Massachusetts Vital Records, 1840–1911, Massachusetts, U.S., Death Records, 1841-1915 - Ancestry.com; Boston Globe [64] Brooklyn Eagle Download the NPS app to navigate the parks on the go and New Yorkers have spoken: Westchester County Executive George Latimer has won the race for the 16th District and will be headed to Washington come January But who will replace Latimer as County Executive The likely candidate for the job is one who just so happens to have run against Latimer in the past Latimer's projected win could be a win for Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins as well who in 2025 is anticipated to become the first Black Westchester County Executive but emphasized that "even more importantly [Jenkins'] talent is what will recommend him to the people of Westchester." NY-16: Latimer projected winner of NY-16. Says 'government can work' and voters want results Latimer says Jenkins 'most prepared individual' to become County ExecThe deputy executive has been a presence in the Yonkers community for several decades and has been involved in community groups such as the United Way and the Westchester County DA's Community Advisor committee Jenkins served as president of the Yonkers NAACP for over five years as well as five terms as the Westchester County Legislator from 2007-2027 before he was appointed as deputy executive to George Latimer When he first became a legislator and then later the chair of the Board of Legislators "He is the most prepared individual to become county executive of any of the nine of us that have ever held the job prior." The process of naming a new county exec is not "automatic," Jenkins said at Latimer's victory party Tuesday After Latimer resigns as county executive to take his position as the House representative for New York's 16th district the Westchester County Legislature has to appoint an acting county executive The legislature then has 90 days to hold a special election for the winner No Republican challengers have yet stepped forward in the days since the election to express their desire to run against Jenkins but the position is expected to be heavily favored for Latimer's deputy Before a special election is even scheduled in the county, Jenkins said that the county legislators will prepare to pass the newest county budget, which was unveiled by Latimer on Nov. 7 Included in the proposed budget is $2.5 billion plan that "prioritizes vital services for County residents Latimer said in a press conference Thursday that the 2025 proposed budget maintains the same tax levy as 2024 for the County General Fund marking the sixth consecutive year without an increase Other features of the proposed budget include $50 million allocated to affordable housing development $303 million for public safety initiatives such as police department of corrections and emergency services funding and $78 million for childcare and food security assistance Jenkins emphasized that despite the major win for Westchester Democrats on election night work still needs to be done in the face of widespread uncertainty surrounding president-elect Donald Trump's upcoming second term in office "As you heard every one of the elected officials talking about is that we’re living in a very challenging time," Jenkins said "We have to get back to some normality where we can agree to disagree we can disagree without being disagreeable we can debate the issues and we can get back to do what we do so well in Westchester." By: Andrew Nelson 5:00 am on December 5 The City of Campbell has approved plans for a townhouse development at 90 East Latimer Avenue. The project will bring twenty condominiums close to the city’s downtown center. East Palo Alto-based Granite Ridge Development is the project owner The project will yield nearly 50,000 square feet across all four structures Much of the site will be dedicated to vehicular access with two-car garages on the ground level of each dwelling Landscaping features will include stormwater treatment areas All twenty units will feature four bedrooms and living space across three floors The application utilizes the State Density Bonus law to receive various zoning waivers and concessions to achieve the density Three units will be designated as affordable with two units dedicated to low-income households and one unit for a moderate-income household SDG Architects is responsible for the design Illustrations show each structure decorated with residential vernacular The site had been occupied by Casa di Mir Montessori for 25 years the Bay Area News Group reported the school was moving to a campus in Cambrian Park The 0.8-acre property is located along East Latimer Avenue between Winchester Boulevard and North 3rd Street Just across Winchester Boulevard will be the Campbell Community Center and public library The estimated cost and timeline for construction have yet to be shared Subscribe to YIMBY’s daily e-mail Follow YIMBYgram for real-time photo updates Like YIMBY on Facebook Follow YIMBY’s Twitter for the latest in YIMBYnews ga('send', 'event', ‘Robert ‘Becker, 'Impression', 'https://sfyimby.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/desktop-ad.jpg', { nonInteraction: true }); ADVERTISEMENT ga('send', 'event', 'SF YIMBY', 'Impression', 'https://sfyimby.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/sfyimbyadnews.jpg', { nonInteraction: true }); ga('send', 'event', 'SF YIMBY', 'Impression', 'https://sfyimby.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/sf-yimby-dot-com-graphic.jpg', { nonInteraction: true }); Follow on Instagram © COPYRIGHT New York YIMBY LLC Westchester County Executive George Latimer is scheduled to give his farewell address to the county Monday as he prepares to become the next congressional representative for New York's 16th district After his primary victory in June against incumbent Rep Latimer easily won the House seat in November and became one of the oldest freshman representatives heading to Congress in 2025 at the age of 71 Latimer officially submitted his resignation on Thursday 26 after seven years of serving as Westchester County executive and nearly 30 years of public service to the county as county legislator Of interest: Latimer leaving post as Westchester executive to take House seat, seek common ground in DC Latimer's farewell address will be held on Monday The address will be streamed live on the Westchester County Facebook page “Serving as Westchester County Executive has been the greatest honor of my life and I am deeply appreciative of the kindnesses I have been shown since I first came into office in 2018," Latimer said in a statement Thursday We accomplished great things over the past seven years but there is so much more to do and as I prepare to take the next step in my public service journey I firmly believe that this County’s best days are still ahead.”   Bill Ritter speaks with two newly-elected Democratic faces of Congress about what they hope to accomplish amid a Republican-controlled House.NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- On this edition of Up Close we open 2025 speaking to two new Democratic faces of Congress and what they hope to accomplish amid a Republican-controlled House who won the 4th Congressional District seat on Long Island who won the 16th Congressional District after serving as Westchester County executive both ran as centrist Democrats who said they were willing to work with Republicans to try to get the people's work done But these two members of the freshmen class of the 119th Congress will have their work cut out for them: they are Democrats in a Republican-controlled House of Representatives Up Close airs Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m WATCH: Up Close on our Connected TV apps for Fire, Roku, Apple TV and Android TV. 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RELATED: Watch more episodes of Up Close Democrats win.” That was the theme Tuesday night at the Coliseum nightclub where George Latimer celebrated his election as the next representative for New York’s 16th Congressional district Latimer had a commanding 65.9% of the vote compared to 26.1% for Republican Miriam Levitt Flisser according to unofficial state Board of Elections results against an opponent who had hardly any money to campaign Westchester County Democratic chairperson Suzanne Berger and others The Coliseum buzzed with Latimer supporters as they waited for his acceptance speech He took to the podium to address the tense political atmosphere in the country as Republican Donald Trump was on his way to winning the presidency again “There are people tonight who have voted out of anger and resentment They voted because they don’t feel seen or recognized," Latimer said "They don’t feel as if this country works for them and they are prepared to abandon democracy to get what they want." Latimer said while local and state elections are important he believes winning those races is not enough to restore people's confidence in government "The only thing that will restore that confidence is our willingness and ability as people in politics to produce results Things that people can see to bring back confidence that government can work," Latimer continued including supporting CSEA union members in receiving fair contracts completing the Bronx River Pathway and renovating the Miller House in North Castle that we heard those voices and we addressed those problems directly and completely.” I know that I’ve got a strong vote of support from Westchester and the Bronx in this election and I think that sends me to Washington with a sense of what people want is what I’ve articulated." They want a result-oriented legislator who understands that we need federal resources in the district and we want to stand up for important principles." big-money race that focused on Israel's war in Gaza The contest was believed to be the most expensive House primary race to date thanks to donors like AIPAC backing Latimer and opposing Bowman's critical stance on Israel's role in the war in Gaza “I am feeling fantastic for all of us because George deserves the win," Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins said "He worked really hard for this and for us as people in Westchester — it’s the kind of thing that we’ve been used to having here so that we can have normality back at least with our Congressman trying to be pragmatic and get things done Latimer's win will be a win for Jenkins as well (Jenkins') talent is what will recommend him to the people of Westchester." "That’s why I asked him to be deputy county executive because I knew he would do an exceptional job and he has "He is the most prepared individual to become county executive of any of the nine of us that have ever held the job prior.. They’ll see him for the person that he is." The process of naming a new county executive is not "automatic," Jenkins said we have our budget we have to get through and we’re going to work through that together Then the board of Legislators appoints an acting county executive and sets a special election," he continued "So we have a process we have to get through." Jenkins said that the next step for Westchester County Democrats is getting ready to announce their budget by Nov and passing it through the board of legislators is that we’re living in a very challenging time," he said More: Here's how to follow election results in Westchester Tuesday Latimer has never lost an election since his first role in public office on the Rye City Council in 1987 He was a heavy favorite to win in the 16th district where Democrats outnumber Republicans 3 to 1 He was elected as Westchester County Executive in 2017 He also served on the Westchester County Legislature from 1992 to 2004 was a New York State assemblymember from 2005 to 2012 and served as the State Senator for New York's 37th District from 2013 to 2017 She served as Scarsdale mayor for one term from 2011 to 2013 She saw little political funding since she announced her candidacy as the Republican challenger When asked about the first thing he aimed to do in Washington come January Latimer said there were a lot of "first things" on his list "There’s money that’s been stalled for the Mamaroneck flood project there’s capital need for affordable housing in Mount Vernon Yonkers has a sewage treatment plant that needs federal money to help upgrade it along with county and state money," Latimer said (This story was updated to include new information.) George Latimer’s first week in the House of Representatives brought the appointment of Greenburgh Town Councilwoman Ellen Hendrickx to run his White Plains district office Then came swift calls for Hendrickx to resign from her town post Greenburgh Republicans say Hendrickx’s full-time employment for the federal government creates conflicts with her part-time job addressing town policy They say Hendrickx's dual positions violate the federal Hatch Act which prohibits some federal employees from engaging in partisan politics But a spokesman for the agency that enforces that law says the statute applies only to employees of the executive branch and not to those who work for members of Congress in the legislative branch urged Hendrickx to do what she could to bring more federal funding to Greenburgh when he congratulated her on the social media platform LinkedIn “Help bring lots of federal dollars to Greenburgh!” The tensions over Hendrickx's appointment were apparent at Tuesday’s Town Board work session at Greenburgh Town Hall Hendrickx appeared uncomfortable as Feiner brought up the need to seek more federal funding for pedestrian safety adding that Latimer had just been elected to Congress and was very committed to making the region safer He gestured toward Hendrickx as he talked about identifying federal funding for sidewalks and I want to make that clear right now,” said Hendrickx After an Edgemont resident spoke on the need for funding "I think the conversation has to end right now,” she said Among those seeking Hendrickx’s resignation is Gary Rappaport an attorney in the Greenburgh village of Ardsley “The recent Town Board meeting confirmed the conflict,” said Rappaport in a Jan you risk consolidating power in a way that could erode public trust and compromise the integrity of both roles such conflicts often lead to moral blind spots where the ability to act in the public’s best interests is overshadowed by competing priorities.” Hendrickx's long association with LatimerHendrickx worked for Latimer’s Westchester County administration during both of his terms as county executive serving as assistant director of intergovernmental services from 2019 to 2021 and then director of research through the end of Latimer’s tenure in December Hendrickx has not responded to her critics or explained why the discussion of federal funding was inappropriate in a public Town Board meeting she has not said whether she will run for another four-year term with nominating petitions for the 2025 race to be circulated in late February She did not respond to numerous messages left by phone which allows officials elected in partisan elections to serve on Congressional staffs Hendrickx will conduct her position with Congressman Latimer based on the guidance of the House Committee on Ethics and as required by applicable federal law,” said Orsillo Feiner said that Hendrickx contacted him on Jan 9 to inform him that she is not going to use her federal job to benefit the town “All I can say is that I’m hopeful we get the maximum dollars from Washington a software engineer from Greenburgh and a Republican was so disturbed by Hendrickx's appointment by Latimer that he filed a complaint with the federal Office of Special Counsel Hendrickx's continued service as a partisan elected official while employed in a federally funded role,” maintained Linder But Office of Special Council Communications Director Zachary Kurz said employees of the legislative branch are exempt from the Hatch Act “The Hatch Act does not apply to employees of the legislative branch of government,” said Kurz because the individual at issue is an employee of the House of Representatives the Hatch Act’s candidacy prohibition does not apply to her.” Sign up for Wilson's weekly newsletter for insights into his Tax Watch columns David McKay Wilson writes about tax issues and government accountability. Follow him on Twitter @davidmckay415 or email him at dwilson3@lohud.com George Latimer represents a population of roughly 1 million people and he presides over an office staff of 32 (though the county employs roughly 4,500 people) and a county operating budget of $2.4 billion After handily winning a high-profile Democratic primary against socialist “Squad” member Rep Latimer will likely go to Congress in January (He is highly favored to win the general election in November against Republican Miriam Flisser.) At 71 he will be a freshman lawmaker in a chaotic and acrimonious legislative body of 435 and there is a strong possibility he will be in the minority and the offices in his congressional district Each congressional representative is allocated an annual budget of about $1.8 to $2 million called their “Members’ Representational Allowance,” to pay their staff and rent their offices With a salary bump of about $13,000 (House members get an annual salary of $174,000) Latimer knows that the contrast between the two roles is stark you have a host of talented people who run departments who you can task with: ‘Give me the information on this Frame the choices for me,’” he told City & State “I'm at a point in my life where I really don't have to run for anything if I don't want to,” he said I've said many times that I was a reluctant bride.” but Latimer is not the first New York county executive to go to Congress: Democratic Rep Tom Suozzi was formerly Nassau County executive Pat Ryan was formerly Ulster County executive Marc Molinaro was formerly Dutchess County executive “When I was the county executive in Nassau County you've got seven people in your Washington office and seven people in your district office the former county executives representing New York in the House said they’ve maintained collaborative relationships with one another and their experience at the county level has made them stronger federal legislators but we've got enough lawyers in Washington,” said Molinaro who’s currently running in a tight race against Democratic lawyer Josh Riley “There's enough people who will quote a line in the bill but they don't have a clue how those decisions or that provision gets implemented Executives do.” Molinaro also ran for governor once “You have to switch your executive brain to a legislative brain,” he said This won’t be Latimer’s first experience in a legislative body He has been a Rye City Council member and a Westchester County legislator He served in the Assembly from 2005 to 2012 and then in the state Senate from 2013 to 2017 He touts the fact that in three decades in public service And being in Congress certainly brings a higher profile “Nobody really knows what a county executive is “It's much more of a well-known position.” As he prepares to head to Congress in January, Latimer will need to decide what kind of member of Congress he wants to be. Ryan recommends reading the Congressional Management Foundation’s 300-page nonpartisan guide: “Setting Course,” which outlines five options or “roles.” Does Latimer want to be a “party insider” That’s someone who is focused on promoting the party ideology and gaining political power through apparatuses like the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (think former Rep Someone who wants to pass as many laws as possible and rise through the ranks (think Rep There’s also the “statesman,” whose brand involves eschewing politics to do “what is right” and taking a lot of media interviews (Rep Max Rose?) and the “outsider,” someone who doesn’t give a darn about making waves and wants to gain influence through being willing to speak out (Bowman who was ousted mainly on the basis of his criticism of Israel) and one he says dovetails nicely with the duties of a county executive The “ombudsman” is deeply involved in their district “You can be a D.C.-oriented member of Congress or you can be a district-oriented member of Congress and I think as a recovering county executive your inclination will and should be to be district-focused,” Ryan said “Washington can make you think that it's more important than the people you serve,” Molinaro added “That is the furthest thing from the truth.” Latimer will also have to decide on his legislative priorities for his first term and file formal requests for preferred committee assignments based on what will likely be available and be relevant to his district Suozzi and Ryan both said focusing on just a few goals is essential Suozzi said the best advice he got was to “focus on three things.”  “There's just so many different things that you have coming at you and the challenge is to pick your priorities and stick with your priorities and make sure your team is sticking with the priorities also because you have a limited amount of resources,” he said and the state and local tax deduction and bringing money back to my district.” He promptly broke his own rule and added a fourth not-so-simple priority: healing the divided country you kind of are involved in everything,” Ryan said hiring staff will be Latimer’s major focus He will need to hire D.C.-based staffers familiar with Congress whom he’s never worked with before He said he plans to open two district offices one in White Plains and one in Co-Op City in the Bronx He’ll have to decide whether to base his chief of staff in Washington or in his district and how many staffers to put in each office And he may have trouble recruiting his current staff to follow him over to Congress News & Politics Policy Personality Opinion NYN Media List Nominations First Read Magazine Resource Directory Events Jobs About Merchandise Awards, Plaques & Permissions Help us tailor content specifically for you: Thank you for subscribing! 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