Letter To The Editor: Levenberg Advocates For Environment, Equity

To the Editor:

I am writing to add my voice to those who support Dana Levenberg’s bid for re-election as Ossining Town Supervisor. I have known Dana for about two decades, watching her work tirelessly to bring innovative ideas that would benefit all members of our community.

Dana’s environmental and street safety initiatives were the first I noticed. She was the organizing force behind walk-to-school days for Ossining students, meant to encourage healthy activity and pedestrian safety. Fast forward and you can see how that legacy grew into action on and securing grant funds for many green initiatives, such as charging stations for electric vehicles at town parks, bike safety, a food scraps program, and incorporation of sustainability elements into the new Comprehensive Plan.

Dana has also been a long-term advocate for equity and opportunity for all Ossining’s residents. Her service on the School Board, co-creation of the Ossining Micro Fund, and creation of the Town’s Community Equity Task Force are all testaments to that.

Dana’s energy to show up for Ossining is impressive, not only for the expected occasions but also in small, personal ways. Throughout the pandemic, she was a cheerleader for local businesses, highlighting them in social media posts, along with videos of a meal she’d purchased or a conversation she’d had with owners or fellow residents. She is also a leader in the important work of encouraging organ donor enrollment.

Add all this to the robust list of accomplishments like park and infrastructure improvements and sound fiscal management (with taxes under the cap and a ratings improvement!), and I am fully convinced that our community would be wise to re-elect Dana as Ossining Town Supervisor. I hope you’ll join me in doing that by casting your vote for Dana in the Democratic Primary on June 22, with early voting June 12-20.

Ginny Loughlin