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Wendy Whetsel Declares Her Intention to Challenge Incumbent in PV Democratic Primary
Councilwoman Wendy Whetsel, in a bid to unite the Town of Putnam Valley, is challenging incumbent Sam Davis for the position of Supervisor. "It's about community and working together for the benefit of all the residents of Putnam Valley," Whetsel says.
While the current administration is mired in legal crossfire and allegations of conflict of interest, the result has been gridlock for the people. Whetsel promises to bring cooperation and good will back into town government. "Town government should respect the contributions of all and work toward consensus. I can facilitate this as Supervisor."
"She's a smart and able person who has been wise enough to learn about town government while serving as a member of the board. She's certainly got my vote," says Sallie Sypher. Sypher, a consensus-builder herself, served eight years on the Town Board and four consecutive terms as Town Supervisor (1982-1990).
Whetsel won her seat on the Town Board in 2005 by the largest margin of any candidate - Republican or Democrat - and has been responsive to public concerns across party lines. A strong proponent of the Master Plan, she is a tireless advocate for sound environmental practices and restrained development.
Anyone who has known or met Wendy over the last few years has heard her say, "More development means more taxes because of the increased costs for roads, schools and services." As a homeowner in Putnam Valley for the last 25 years, she knows the burden of paying higher taxes every year and seeing people forced to leave the community.
Her citizen-activist work began in 2002 when she
co-founded the Putnam Valley Residents Coalition. Through this non-profit
volunteer group, she educated and united hundreds of Putnam Valley citizens on
crucial issues facing the town. As president of PVRC, she raised public
awareness by requiring that town government videotape Planning Board meetings.
It was through her initiative that the town Ethics Committee was reinstated in
2004.
Wendy and her husband Bill live in a 200-year-old farm house at the
entrance to Putnam Valley. Their son Jofre, who is engaged to be married, lives
and works in Putnam Valley.
Wendy is proud to have received the endorsement of the Working Families
Party.
Wendy and her supporters are collecting the necessary signatures on
petitions for the September 18 democratic primary election. The candidate says,
"This is what I like most, meeting people face-to-face and listening to what
they have to say."
You can register your support for Wendy and contact her at wendywhetselcampaign@gmail.com.
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