Meet the Candidates

Arlene Burgos for Mayor

Arlene is a Village Trustee and was appointed Deputy Mayor by current Mayor Jon Siegel. As an attorney, she brings 27+ years of legal and financial expertise to the village, where she has helped secure millions in grants for infrastructure and environmental projects. Arlene and her husband Jorge have lived in Irvington since 2011, raising their two daughters here. She's running for Mayor to continue building a responsive, transparent, and inclusive Irvington for everyone.

Read Arlene’s Statement

“I believe in collaborative leadership rooted in listening, transparency, and accountability. Let’s continue to make Irvington a welcoming home for all, where good ideas and volunteer energy drive real progress.”

David Zwiebel for Trustee

David is a 30-year Irvington resident who has served on multiple Village committees, including the Woods, Housing, Facilities Planning, and Landmarks Preservation Committees. David has also been involved in Irvington schools, serving as Co-chair IEF & Gala, PTSA class and grade parent, and Co-chair SEPTA. With a background in commercial real estate and architectural consulting—plus experience chairing a NYC charter school board—David offers a strong mix of fiscal oversight and development expertise.

Read David’s Statement

"The 25 Board of Trustees volunteer committees, together with the many volunteers from‬‭ the Fire Department and EMS, the PTSA, IEF, TIF, Scouting, Halsey Pond Friends, and‬‭ Garden Club, are the soul and the true heart of Irvington. A top priority is‭ listening to the concerns of these volunteers."‬

Larry Ogrodnek for Trustee

Larry previously served as a Village Trustee from 2022-2024, diving deep into how Irvington’s operations can better serve residents. With 25 years of experience in technology leadership, Larry has proven his ability to solve complex problems, foster collaboration, and deliver results. He and his wife, Melissa, moved to Irvington in 2018 with their two children, drawn by the village’s supportive and close-knit community.

Read Larry’s Statement

“I believe local government can make a real difference. I’m running to continue pushing for transparent budgeting, modernized infrastructure, downtown revitalization, and community-building events that bring us closer together.”