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May 20, 2016

Watch My Cable-TV Show With Joe Stout

Please check out a new episode of my cable-TV show, the Good Government Forum, on YouTube. I interview Joe Stout, the former Westchester County Parks Commissioner and now Executive Director of Friends of Westchester County Parks. Tune in and learn all about our county parks. LINK: https://youtu.be/zRH1PWDt61o On the Good Government Forum, I interview elected and civic leaders about…

December 30, 2015

Westchester Legislators Select Leadership for 2016-2017 Term

Board of Legislators Chairman Mike Kaplowitz, a Democrat, and Vice-Chairman Jim Maisano, a Republican, have announced that they have the support of a majority of their colleagues on the Board of Legislators to continue in their leadership positions for the 2016-2017 legislative session. The bipartisan power-sharing arrangement that has been in place for the past…

October 13, 2015

New Rochelle Election Preview – Election Day is 11/3/15

As I make my rounds around New Rochelle, I keep getting questions about this year’s elections in New Rochelle, so I put together a preview for Election Day – November 3, 2015. Please mark your calendar and make sure your voice is heard. Unfortunately, the odd year elections have the lowest turnout – less than…

May 2, 2015

Watch My Cable-TV Show With Bishop Mott

Please check out a new episode of my Cable-TV show, the Good Government Forum, on YouTube. I interview Bishop Reford Mott of the Family Christian Center located in downtown New Rochelle. LINK: https://youtu.be/C0RO7k8JYaw On the Good Government Forum, I interview elected and civic leaders about issues facing our community. The 30-minute show airs every Thursday at 12am, 7am, 12pm & 7pm on Cablevision…

Cable-TV Interview with New Rochelle Police Commissioner Pat Carroll

April 24, 2015

Watch My Cable-TV Show With Police Commissioner Pat Carroll

Please check out a new episode of my Cable-TV show, the Good Government Forum, on YouTube. I interview New Rochelle Police Commissioner Pat Carroll about issues facing our excellent police department. On the Good Government Forum, I interview elected and civic leaders about issues facing our community. The 30-minute show airs every Thursday at 12am, 7am, 12pm & 7pm on Cablevision Channel…

March 27, 2015

Fantastic Fundraising Night At New Rochelle YMCA!

THANK YOU! I’m very proud of our effort to save the New Rochelle YMCA pool. We had a wonderful fundraiser last night – 150 people attended and so far we raised $27,000 (with more coming in). Special thanks to the following: To my fellow elected officials representing New Rochelle – Democrats & Republicans – for…

March 24, 2015

Help SAVE New Rochelle YMCA Pool!

I’ve been helping the New Rochelle YMCA in the drive to SAVE its pool, and we’re having a fundraiser this Thursday, March 26. It’s an important cause and WE NEED YOUR HELP. The pool is currently closed and needs repairs to roof. For decades, our YMCA was the place in New Rochelle where kids from…

December 9, 2014

Join Us for Toys for Tots this Sat, 12/13!

My annual Toys for Tots event is this Saturday, December 13 at Dudley’s in New Rochelle. All toys are distributed to kids in need in the Westchester area, including Hope Community Services in New Rochelle. We need your help to make this event a big success. Please stop by on Saturday with a contribution that will…

November 20, 2014

Leg. Maisano Helps Pass Green Vehicles Law

I serve on the Environment and Energy Committee of the Board of Legislators, and for months we worked on legislation that would mandate that our Westchester County government purchase only high-mileage, hybrid, electric or alternative fuel vehicles. When the law faced some obstacles, I suggested that a small team of legislators meet directly with the…

November 18, 2014

New York’s Disappearing Voters

Originally posted on Free Voter Blog: During my lifetime, for the even years when we are not voting for president but voting for such important officials like Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller, US Senate, Congress, State Senate and State Assembly, New York State’s voter turnout of registered voters has been cut in half. Yes, when I…

November 10, 2014

Some Advice To President and Congress

Originally posted on Free Voter Blog: The press events by President Obama and congressional leaders this week after Election Day demonstrate the tension between Democrats and Republicans in DC, not that this is any surprise, yet it was troubling the President still claims he will bypass Congress by using his alleged executive authority to reform…

October 21, 2014

Will Silver Be Correct Again In Election 2014

Originally posted on Free Voter Blog: ELECTION 2014 It’s two weeks until Election Day, and I’m curious whether statistician Nate Silver will be correct again this year? Silver runs the popular blog http://www.fivethirtyeight.com and bases his election predictions more on the laws of probability than political analysis. In the 2008 presidential election, Silver correctly predicted…

Stock Photo of the Consitution of the United States and Feather Quill

October 11, 2014

This Blog’s Purpose – An Informed and Independent Electorate

Originally posted on Free Voter Blog: Thomas Jefferson In 1789 Thomas Jefferson stated, “wherever the people are well informed they can be trusted with their own government.” As usual, Jefferson was correct and that is why we created this blog. In modern America, the voters know way more about television shows, sports and celebrity gossip…

October 12, 2014

Today’s Reisman Column Is 100% Correct!

Phil Reisman Column Below, October 12, 2014 – www.Lohud.com – The Journal News Reisman: HUD is the real ‘impediment’ in housing fracas President Obama visited Westchester twice this year — first to laud the building of the new Tappan Zee Bridge and then to collect money from some extremely rich donors. His visits were emblematic of the…

September 19, 2014

Sponsoring Law to Combat Puppy Mills

PRESS RELEASE VICE CHAIR JIM MAISANO PROPOSES LAW TO COMBAT IMPACT OF “PUPPY MILLS” Westchester County Board of Legislators Vice Chairman Jim Maisano (R, New Rochelle) proposed legislation this week that would ensure that dogs and cats sold by pet “dealers” or “sellers” in Westchester County are maintained in a safe and healthy environment, and his…

June 25, 2014

Dudley’s Beach Party Set for July 10 at 6:30PM

Join us for the annual “Beach Party” at Dudley’s to support Vice Chair & County Legislator Jim Maisano When: Thursday, July 10, 2014 Where: Dudley’s Parkview Restaurant, 94 Hudson Park Road, New Rochelle, NY Time: 6:30 – 9 PM Contribution: Sponsorship: Platinum $300 (7 Tickets) or Gold $200 (5 Tickets) Tickets: $50 person — $90 couple Seniors: $40…

June 20, 2014

New Cable-TV Show Interview – Adult Learning Center

We enjoyed taping a new episode of my Cable-TV show with Sharon Parente, the Executive Director of the Adult Learning Center in New Rochelle. This important non-profit group is teaching English to new immigrants living in our community. Here is the link to watch this episode on YouTube: http://youtu.be/ButycMMpx_4 We interview community leaders and elected officials…

May 16, 2014

Crime in New Rochelle’s West End

This past Tuesday, May 13, I attended a community meeting at Columbus School in New Rochelle, organized by Councilman Lou Trangucci and Principal Sonia Nunez, relating to recent violent incidents in our city’s West End. I heard powerful commentary at the meeting from my constituents, as well as from New Rochelle police officers that attended.…

March 21, 2014

New Cable-TV Episode With Hope Community Services

I greatly enjoyed taping the new episode of my cable-TV show with Iris Freed from Hope Community Services. This wonderful non-profit is committed to feeding the hungry in the New Rochelle area. Here is the link to this episode on YouTube: http://youtu.be/ymIofKgHkqY I interview two community leaders each month for my cable-TV show, the Good Government Forum. The…

March 14, 2014

NY Knicks D-League Team Coming to Westchester!

Great news for Westchester and sports fans – on March 10, 2014 the NBA Development League and The Madison Square Garden Company (MSG) joined Westchester County officials in announcing that the New York Knicks D-League team will begin using the Westchester County Center in White Plains as its home court for the 2014-2015 season with a…

March 11, 2014

Celebrating Irish History and Culture at County BOL

Last night at the Westchester Board of Legislators, we celebrated Irish-American Heritage Month. This is an annual celebration of Irish history and culture in our county. We enjoyed watching terrific Irish step dancers and a musical performance. As the senior legislator of Irish descent (yes I’m half-Irish, my mom’s maiden name was Loretta Joan Margaret Considine,…

March 4, 2014

Watch Leg. Maisano’s Good Government Forum with Firefighter Byron Gray

It’s time for another episode of my Cable-TV show, the Good Government Forum. I interview Byron Gray, Local 273 President, Uniformed Firefighters Association (New Rochelle’s Firefighter Union). We discuss the new Firefighter contract with city, recent dangerous fires, and the fantastic job they do to make our city safe. Here is the link to this episode on…

February 28, 2014

Westchester Legislators Lobby Albany

Westchester Legislators Submit 13 Legislative Priorities to State Delegation and Governor The Westchester County Board of Legislators (BOL) passed a Resolution outlining a joint package of 13 Legislative items to be submitted through the State Legislative Delegation for consideration by the State Legislature and Governor in the current state legislative session. The vote took place…

February 15, 2014

Watch Leg. Maisano’s Good Government Forum with Councilman Hyden

Please check out new episode of my Cable-TV show, the Good Government Forum. It’s posted on YouTube. I interview New Rochelle City Councilman Ivar Hyden. Ivar has a downtown business, and we chat about ways to improve New Rochelle’s downtown. We film two new episodes of the Good Government Forum each month. I interview elected and civic leaders about issues…

January 31, 2014

Congratulations to 5 New Eagle Scouts in New Rochelle

One of the top honors a young man can earn is to reach the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts. As County Legislator, I do my best to attend all Eagle Scout ceremonies in New Rochelle and Pelham to ensure the new Eagle Scouts are properly applauded by our county government with county…

January 7, 2014

Thrilled To Be Elected Vice Chair!

We made history last night at the Westchester County Board of Legislators (BOL) reorganization meeting. Two guys that grew up in New Rochelle were elected as Chair & Vice Chair – Democrat Mike Kaplowitz as Chair and yours truly as Vice Chair. (Chairman Kaplowitz now lives in Somers). Most importantly, this is the first bipartisan…

January 5, 2014

Had A Great Run As Minority Leader!

A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. December 31 was my final day as the Republican minority leader of the Westchester County Board of Legislators (BOL). I want to thank the GOP county legislators and our excellent staff for being so supportive and helpful over…

December 24, 2013

2013 Toys for Tots Event a Big Success!

Our annual Toys for Tots event was a huge success. We collected about 1,000 toys and several thousand dollars from gift cards and contributions. The event was held on 12/14/13 at RRQ BBQ in New Rochelle. Please check out the photos on this Flickr link: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjPm6juT The snow outside really gave everyone the holiday spirit.…

December 20, 2013

Leg. Maisano’s 12/19/13 Speech at Bipartisan Leadership Team Press Conference

(A majority bipartisan coalition of county legislators held a press conference yesterday announcing their support for Legislator Michael Kaplowitz (Dem) for Chair and Legislator Jim Maisano (Rep) for Vice Chair for the 2014-15 term. The vote is scheduled for January 6 at 7pm and below is Legislator Maisano’s speech). I’m very proud to stand with…

November 21, 2013

Primer on Westchester County Budget

The election is over, and the County Executive and County Legislators are working on the county budget – our most important duty. Here are 10 things about the budget to help you follow our deliberations over the next month: When the budget is passed each year in December, it’s the budget for the following year,…

November 7, 2013

Interview with Daily New Rochelle about Post Election Plans

Jim Maisano Looks Forward To New Term As County Legislator By Suzanne Samin NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — After winning re-election as Westchester County legislator for District 11 with 69-percent of the vote, Jim Maisano looks forward to continuing to work for New Rochelle and Pelham. Maisano, a Republican and a lawyer based in New Rochelle, will be beginning his…

November 6, 2013

WE WON!

Thanks Everyone! We don’t have all the numbers in yet, but with much of the vote counted into Wednesday morning, we had about 68% of the vote. We are so happy with the result. My family thanks everyone, but especially our campaign committee and all the volunteers, because we could never have done it without…

November 5, 2013

Thanks for Supporting our Energetic and Positive Campaign

It’s Election Day! The people will decide today on their elected officials for the coming years. I love serving as County Legislator and am hopeful for victory tonight. We can never thank enough the more than 1,000 people that did something to support our campaign. We’ve been dedicated to running the best campaign in the county…

November 3, 2013

Join us – ring bells on Sunday and Monday

We are almost there! All that is left to do is ring bells on Sunday and Monday and help Get Out The Vote (GOTV). Here is our GOTV piece that we are distributing over the final 2 days: Don’t you think every voter should see this GOTV piece before voting on Tuesday! Help us by…

November 1, 2013

224 Democrats Endorse Jim Maisano

When this re-election campaign began, we pledged to run an open, inclusive and diverse campaign. We are thrilled to have support from people of all political viewpoints. While we sadly see partisan warfare in Washington, I’m excited that our campaign is bringing people together. In this campaign, our team is fighting for every vote. I’m very…

October 31, 2013

Endorsed by WVOX Radio!

We are very excited that our re-election campaign was endorsed yesterday by WVOX Radio, 1460 AM. The owner of the station, William O’Shaughnessy, said in the endorsement: “Finally, there are three very superior, very worthy candidates for the County Board of Legislators who deserve more than a brief shout-out. Jim Maisano, the dynamic, indefatigable Minority…

October 30, 2013

GOTV – We Need You!

There are just six days until Election Day and smart candidates are discussing the GOTV. What’s that? GOTV is what a campaign does in the final days to “Get Out The Vote!” Our campaign expects to run the very best GOTV in the county, but we can only do so if you volunteer. WAIT, don’t…

October 21, 2013

ENDORSED by 32BJ SEIU

We are pleased to announce that our campaign has been endorsed by the important labor union 32BJ SEIU. 32BJ is the largest property service workers union in the country and includes jobs such as office cleaners, janitors, security officers, doormen, porters, bus drivers, school cleaners and food service workers. We are thrilled to have the hard-working members of…

October 18, 2013

ENDORSED by New Rochelle Fire Fighters, Local 273

We are very pleased to announce the endorsement of the New Rochelle Uniformed Fire Fighters Association, Local 273. As a 48 year resident of New Rochelle, I grew up with many of our fire fighters and have watched the New Rochelle Fire Department with great respect and admiration for my whole life. When they arrive…

October 16, 2013

Volunteer For Maisano Campaign – You Will Have Fun!

With only 20 days until Election Day, our campaign team is working hard every day. We are running an energetic and positive re-election campaign. Now, we need some more help and would just love if you could pitch in. Here are the areas we need extra volunteers: 1) Phone Bank – the phone bank runs…

October 13, 2013

Endorsement: Westchester Corrections SOA

We are pleased to announce another law enforcement endorsement – Westchester County Corrections Superior Officers Association. This union represents the sergeants, captains and assistant wardens who work at the County Jail at the Grasslands Reservation in Valhalla. These leaders of our corrections officers do an excellent job for the people of our county. They certainly have…

October 8, 2013

Guess what came in the mail today?

I just opened the mail and found the “Certificate of Election” from the Board of Elections for our “write-in” victory in last month’s Independence Party primary. I must admit it brought a smile to my face. To those that say the good guys never win in politics, we beg to differ at the Maisano Campaign.…

October 7, 2013

Major Endorsement: APA of Westchester County!

It’s well-known in Westchester political circles that the “top” election endorsement from law enforcement is the “Affiliated Police Associations of Westchester County (APA),” and I’m pleased to announce that the APA has endorsed me for re-election! This important law enforcement group represents over 45 PBAs across Westchester County, as well as other police organizations (see…

October 4, 2013

Endorsement: New Rochelle Police Superior Officers Assoc.

The law enforcement endorsements keep rolling in for our re-election campaign, and the support of the New Rochelle Police Superior Officers Association is greatly appreciated. The endorsement letter stated: “Throughout his career Legislator Maisano has established a track record of enthusiastic service and dedication to the citizens of his district and the county as…

October 1, 2013

Endorsed by Westchester PBA!

We are pleased to announce another law enforcement endorsement – the Westchester County Department of Public Safety Police Benevolent Association. It has been my great honor to be a friend and supporter of these excellent county police officers for the past 16 years, and I look forward to working with them for another two years.…

September 26, 2013

We won Independence Party “Write-In” Primary!

On September 10, we had a primary election against my opponent for the Independence Party line in November, and yesterday the Board of Elections counted all the votes and we won big – capturing about 80% of the vote! The “so-called” Independence Party leaders endorsed my opponent. We believe they betrayed the principles of that party…

September 22, 2013

Endorsed: Westchester Hispanic Law Enforcement Association!

I’m very honored to announce another law enforcement endorsement – this one from the Westchester Hispanic Law Enforcement Association. This county-wide organization was created to support and foster Hispanic leadership in the law enforcement community across the County, and its membership consists of active and retired law enforcement officers from all over Westchester, as well as members…

September 20, 2013

Leg. Maisano Endorsed by New Rochelle PBA!

Every legislator makes certain issues a priority, and since the day I became a county legislator, I’ve made supporting and defending law enforcement my priority. This is why I’m very pleased to announce that I’m endorsed by the Police Association of New Rochelle (New Rochelle PBA). We’re very lucky to have such a terrific police force…

August 22, 2013

Endorsed: New York League of Conservation Voters!

I’m very proud to be endorsed by the New York League of Conservation Voters (NYLCV), as I’ve been in all my contested legislator elections. It’s the most important environmental endorsement a candidate can receive in NY State. Since the day I became a County Legislator, I’ve been committed to protecting the environment and been…

August 16, 2013

Maisano Campaign Lawn Sign Extravaganza!

We’ve never been in a campaign where our opponent puts up more lawn signs than us, and this year will be no different. Our lawn sign extravaganza starts next week. We are even being innovative this election with three different signs. We do aim to get them on more traveled roads (especially the web site…

August 2, 2013

Our Re-Election Campaign T-Shirts Look Sharp!

Nothing says “winning campaign” like a good looking t-shirt, and our model Mikey Maisano looks very impressive in his “2013 Maisano Re-Election Campaign T-Shirt.” Now as we campaign through the streets of New Rochelle and Pelham, our volunteers will be looking very sharp in these t-shirts. All you have to do to get one is…

July 30, 2013

Campaign Intern Meets Misguided Voters

So here is a ridiculous story about something that happened in my re-election campaign last week. I have interns going door to door for me – smart and hard working high school and college kids. A 17-year-old high school girl went to a house and was told the following by a husband, along with his…

July 27, 2013

Letter to Editor in Support of Re-Election Campaign!

Both “The Journal News” & “New Rochelle Patch” published a letter to the editor over past few days from constituent Will Iannuzzi. We thank Will for his kind words. Here is the letter: Re-Elect Jim Maisano to Board of Legislators Many things have changed over the years in New Rochelle and Pelham, but one constant has been Westchester County Legislator Jim Maisano’s leadership and experience. Jim is not your normal politician. He is an independent, bipartisan legislator who has fought for the best interests of every New Rochelle and Pelham resident. Jim fought for smart, fiscally responsible budgets and succeeded. He has fought for no new property taxes and delivered…

July 15, 2013

All the Photos from Dudley’s Beach Party 2013

Dudley’s Beach Party 2013, a set on Flickr. Enjoy the photos from our very successful “Beach Party” fundraiser last week at Dudley’s in New Rochelle. Thanks again to all those that contributed or attended this event. Our re-election campaign is off to a terrific start thanks to the kindness of so many good friends! County…

July 11, 2013

Dudley’s Beach Party Was A Blast!

The weather was great, we had a packed house and everyone had fun. The purpose of the “Dudley’s Beach Party” is to remind people that it can still be fun to be involved in politics and our 150 plus guests at Dudley’s had a blast. We run old-time, grass-roots campaigns, and as I always say,…

July 9, 2013

WELCOME to Updated Re-Election Campaign Website

We are excited to invite you to check out our updated and remodeled re-election campaign website. We created a user-friendly design of blog posts to tell the campaign’s story as it develops, along with lots of photos. We hope you like it. Please spend some time checking out the tabs to other pages at top. Tomorrow…

May 30, 2013

Dudley’s Beach Party on July 10 at 6:30PM

Join us for a Beach Party at Dudley’s to support the Re-Election of County Legislator Jim Maisano When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 Where: Dudley’s Parkview Restaurant, 94 Hudson Park Road, New Rochelle, NY Time: 6:30 – 9 PM (NOTE: We recommend getting there before 7:30 to avoid parking issues) Contribution: Sponsorship: Platinum $250 (6 Tickets)…

June 5, 2013

Petitions? How to get on the ballot?

Tuesday was the first day of a 37 day push to collect petitions for candidates across New York State to get on the ballot on Election Day, November 5. While many people believe that candidates get on the ballot by being endorsed at political conventions, in most NYS races that is only part of the…

April 21, 2013

Campaign Kickoff Dinner Was a Terrific Night!

We had a terrific turnout and lots of fun at my “Re-Election Campaign Kickoff” Dinner at Davenport Club in New Rochelle on April 11, 2013. Check out all the great photos (thanks Charlie McLaughlin): http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEKJPKk I’m lucky to have the very best campaign supporters in the county. We’ve won 8 consecutive County Legislator elections, and…

Councilman Tarantino, Leg Maisano & Leg Paulin

March 14, 2013

Jim’s Re-Election Kickoff Dinner – April 11

Please join us for the “Re-Election Campaign Kickoff” dinner to support COUNTY LEGISLATOR JIM MAISANO — Minority Leader Maisano needs your support as he stands for re-election in November. — Jim is a strong & consistent voice for fiscal responsibility & open government in Westchester. — He displayed tremendous leadership in December by putting together…

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