2026 New York General Election

According to the county website, Gorman is a resident of the Town of Poughkeepsie who previously served on the Town of Poughkeepsie Planning Board, and has a third-generation family business called Gorman’s Garage, which was originally established in 1935.

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He is president of the Empire State Towing and Recovery Association, having volunteered for over 20 years with the association. He also volunteers for the nonprofit organization Angels of Light.

Robert V Gorman lives in the Town of Poughkeepsie and volunteers for the nonprofit organization Angels of Light.

Robert V Gorman has a third-generation family business, Gorman’s Garage.

Robert V. Gorman (Republican, Conservative)
Website: dutchessny.gov/Departments/County-Legislature/District-1.htm; Facebook: @Bob Gorman; Instagram: @bobgorman62

Incumbent Bob Gorman did not respond to a request for comment.

According to the county website, Gorman is a resident of the Town of Poughkeepsie who previously served on the Town of Poughkeepsie Planning Board, and has a third-generation family business called Gorman’s Garage, which was originally established in 1935.

Robert is the incumbent County Legislator for Dutchess County's 1st District.

As of October 26, 2026, Robert V Gorman did not have a website or any information online.

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Robert V Gorman

As of October 26, 2026, Robert V Gorman’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Robert V Gorman lives in the Town of Poughkeepsie. He volunteers with the nonprofit organization Angels of Light.

Robert V Gorman has a family business, Gorman’s Garage, that is in its third generation.

Robert V Gorman lives in the Town of Poughkeepsie. He volunteers for the nonprofit organization Angels of Light.

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Trevor is a dedicated community leader, founder of the Poughkeepsie Weekly, Chair of the Town of Poughkeepsie Housing Committee, and a Marist College graduate. He’s running to represent District 1 as your future Dutchess County Legislator. With a passion for housing equity, public safety, economic development, and a clean environment, Trevor has worked to bring neighbors together and advocate for pro-working and middle-class policies. A lifelong Dutchess resident himself, he is committed to building a stronger future for the Hudson Valley — a future where businesses can thrive and everyone can continue to afford to live here.

Trevor Redl for Dutchess County Legislator

Trevor’s Priorities

Trevor is a dedicated community leader, founder of the Poughkeepsie Weekly, Chair of the Town of Poughkeepsie Housing Committee, and a Marist College graduate. He’s running for re-election to continue representing you in District 1. 

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Trevor’s Priorities

Trevor Redl is a lifelong Dutchess resident. He graduated from Marist College.

Trevor Redl founded the Poughkeepsie Weekly.

“Chair Valdés Smith helped make these electoral successes possible by working closely with all our members to ensure we focus on the people of Dutchess County,” said Legislator Kris Munn (D-Red Hook). “It is only natural that she should lead the Legislature to continue that work.” The six newly elected Democratic Dutchess County Legislators (Eric Alexander (DWashington), Emma Arnoff (D-LaGrange), Trevor Redl (D-Town of Poughkeepsie), Molly Rhodes (D-Beacon), Anna Shah (D-Town of Poughkeepsie), and Alix Winsby (DWappinger) joined all nine Democratic incumbents in unanimously supporting Valdés Smith as Chair.

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Trevor Redl (D), Vice-Chair, Budget, Finance & Personnel Committee

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Trevor currently serves as a Dutchess County legislator for District 1, representing the Town of Poughkeepsie. He was newly elected to the Legislature.

Encourages schools to invest in skilled-trades classes.

Encourages schools to expand financial-literacy education.

Supports county investment in Dutchess Community College and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services to help young people develop workforce skills.

Plans to support small-business owners and prevent long-established small businesses from being acquired by private-equity firms.

Connects aspiring entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and pathways to capital.

As of October 26, 2026, Trevor Redl’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Recommended that the Town Board impose taxes on private equity to discourage "predatory practices."

Supports tax incentives for accessory dwelling units.

Secured $7 million for the County Housing Fund.

Recommended inclusionary zoning in the Town of Poughkeepsie to require affordable units in future projects.

Advocates for Good Cause Eviction legislation to protect tenants from unjust eviction.

Advocates for more frequent public-transit service.

Advocates for more affordable public-transit fares for residents.

Encourages more pedestrian-friendly communities.

Seeks grant funding to permanently preserve more than 100 acres in the district.

Works to phase out the county incinerator and establish an economically viable waste-management alternative.

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Trevor Redl

- Encourages schools to invest in skilled-trades classes.
- Encourages schools to expand financial-literacy education.
- Supports county investment in Dutchess Community College and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services to help young people develop workforce skills.
- Plans to support small-business owners and prevent long-established small businesses from being acquired by private-equity firms.
- Connects aspiring entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and pathways to capital.

- Secured $7 million for the County Housing Fund.
- Recommended inclusionary zoning in the Town of Poughkeepsie to require affordable units in future projects.
- Advocates for Good Cause Eviction legislation to protect tenants from unjust eviction.

- Advocates for more frequent public-transit service.
- Advocates for more affordable public-transit fares for residents.
- Encourages more pedestrian-friendly communities.

- Works to phase out the county incinerator and establish an economically viable waste-management alternative.

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