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Westchester County Legislature District 5

District 5: White Plains, Scarsdale, part of Harrison.Term: 2 years Salary: $75,000 BaseDuties: Among the duties of each County Legislator is to enact laws dealing with the County and its residents; to adopt an annual budget and to levy taxes; to determine the structure of County Government and the number of County employees and their salaries; and to initiate new projects and programs as the need arises. There are 17 County Districts.

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    Jennifer L Puja
    (Dem, WF)

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email jenn@pujaforwestchester.com
Current Political Office White Plains Common Council
Education Bachelor's degree in Humanistic Speech Communications from Iona College (summa cum laude) and a Dual Master's degree in Childhood Education and Literacy from Long Island University (summa cum laude)
Prior Civic Service In 2023, I became the youngest female elected to the White Plains Common Council. I serve as an Advisory Board Member for the Mount Sinai Selikoff Center for Occupational Health, a PTA parent, a member of the Westchester Board of Legislators Labor/Human Rights Committee. I am the Executive Director of a nonprofit representing over 100,000 working families. I also serve as Chair of the Recreation Advisory Committee for the City of White Plains.
Campaign Web Site http://www.pujaforwestchester.com
Campaign Email jenn@pujaforwestchester.com
Campaign Phone 9148156766
Campaign Mailing Address 11 Sammis Ln
White Plains, NY 10605
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/puja4westchester
Instagram http://www.instagram.com/puja4westchester
Affordability and Access to Resources: I am committed to making Westchester a place where families can thrive without being burdened by rising costs. I will prioritize policies that ensure affordability for residents, including creative solutions to housing challenges, stabilizing the workforce, and expanding access to vital resources like mental health support and social services.

Fiscal Responsibility and Holding the Line on Taxes: As a public servant, I understand the importance of balancing community needs with fiscal responsibility. I will work to hold the line on taxes while ensuring that taxpayer dollars are invested wisely in projects and services that directly benefit the district.

Investing in Capital Projects for a Stronger Future I believe in the power of infrastructure and development to strengthen communities. I will advocate for capital projects that enhance local neighborhoods, improve public spaces, and promote sustainability, ensuring long-term community benefits.
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