Testimonials
We are excited to share that numerous Irvington residents and business owners have endorsed and are voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor and Larry Ogrodnek and David Zwiebel for Trustees. Read on to find out why they support the Democratic slate.
"I am supporting current Deputy Mayor Arlene Burgos for Mayor of Irvington. I grew up in Irvington and I moved back here 25 years ago with my wife to start our own family. I loved my childhood in Irvington but it's definitely become a more welcoming place in recent years. We've opened up Matthiessen Park to all visitors, something that has allowed us to obtain the grants necessary to improve our playgrounds while saving millions of dollars. This is an issue that I can get behind: saving money and making Irvington a more welcoming community. Vote Democrat, vote Arlene."
— Erik Oley
"I proudly endorse Arlene Burgos for Mayor. Her proven record of leadership and building partnerships with key community stakeholders will move Irvington forward while safeguarding the core values that make this village so special."
— Andrea Flynn
"I'm voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she has a strong track record of prioritizing fiscal responsibility, including by working with the Board to secure $7 million in grants and delivering every budget under the tax cap. She has been at the forefront of green initiatives and would be a responsible steward of our environmental resources. I grew up in Irvington and know that Arlene has the experience and values needed to ensure that Irvington remains a special place with a bright future.
-Neil Maher
"I am voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she has delivered for Irvington as Village Trustee and Deputy Mayor.
Arlene brings transparency to the budget so taxpayers can understand how their dollars are being spent, implements best practices from neighboring villages, and plans responsibly for capital replacements and repairs.
The powerful working relationships Arlene has built with leaders in village, county, and state government will ensure that Irvington's priorities are being heard and acted upon."
— Robert Firpo-Cappiello, President Emeritus, Irvington Education Foundation (IEF)
"I'm voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she knows how to get things done. Working with Arlene has shown me how local government can elevate inspiring ideas into fully-realized projects that bring the community together and support local businesses."
— Kristina Schmidt, Founder & Chair, Bulldog Gallery Committee
"I'm voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she is a leader who listens, collaborates with her fellow trustees, and respects resident input when making decisions that impact us all. She has an intricate understanding of how local government works and is taking concrete action to reform the building permitting process. Arlene is Irvington's best bet for a bright future."
— Frances Bean
"We are voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she supports policies that benefit all Irvington residents. Arlene has helped win grant funding for infrastructure while bringing rigorous oversight to the village budget. We are confident in Arlene's vision for a financially thriving, sustainable, and inclusive Irvington."
— Marvin Henry and Nicole Goldberg Henry, Irvington Theater Commission Member
"I'm voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she cares deeply about ensuring that our local government delivers services to all Irvington residents efficiently and transparently. If elected Mayor, I know she will continue to work hard to make our local government user-friendly."
— Christine Aziz
"I am voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because, as a member of several Village Committees, I know our Village has challenges and that Arlene is the best suited candidate to address them. Our public facilities can be improved, housing should be more affordable, and now more than ever, Irvington must remain a place of diversity and acceptance. As a trustee and as Deputy Mayor, Arlene Burgos has proven she understands how to tackle these challenges with in-depth understanding and always using common sense as her guiding light. I encourage everyone to vote-and to vote for Arlene Burgos for Mayor."
— Dylan Douglas
Member of the Village of Irvington's Facilities Planning and Housing Committees
"I'm voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she takes a practical, results-driven approach to the issues that matter to Irvington residents. She fought to ensure that the ill-conceived 2023 village bond proposal was put on a community ballot referendum and then personally voted against it in that referendum. She helped create a committee working with experts to simplify Irvington's difficult building permitting processes to make them easier for residents. Thanks to her efforts with the Board, we can now enjoy walking our dogs in Matthiessen Park. I wholeheartedly support Arlene because she listens to residents' concerns and provides thoughtful, effective solutions to real problems."
— Christine Chan
"I'm voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she knows how to support businesses in Irvington, which increases the commercial tax base and saves residents money."
— Drew George, Business Owner, Farm Eats
"We are voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because of her proven experience prioritizing smart spending, transparency, and accountability. We believe in her vision, integrity, and unwavering commitment to building a stronger and more vibrant Irvington for all."
— Sang Hee Won and Ben Gold
"We are voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she helped create a resident-led committee that is currently working to make the home renovation permitting process simpler for Irvington residents. She is the best candidate to deliver changes to the Building Department and land use boards that are fair and efficient for Irvington taxpayers."
— Jim Peiser and Leia LeFay
"I'm voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she is ready to serve on day one.
Arlene has put in the work and has the expertise and relationships needed to continue delivering for Irvington."
— Tony Russo
"We are voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor, because she has shown us what leadership looks like-listening, working hard, and bringing people together. Her commitment to diversity and community is not just inspiring, it's a vision for a brighter future."
— Carolina and Tom Heller
"We are voting for Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she shares our belief that Village Board decisions should incorporate resident-led planning and meaningful community input — vital for parents who want their voices heard on matters affecting their families."
— Alison and Andrew Lang
"As a local business owner, I endorse Arlene Burgos for Mayor because she is committed to supporting modern businesses while preserving the Village's beautiful, historic character."
— Business Owner of Aesthetics by KM, Katherine Medina
