The candidate, who earned an MBA in both business management and international business by age 50, said her experience with continuing education strengthened her knowledge of finance, organizational leadership, strategic planning, and responsible decision-making. “I am also proud to have operated the longest-standing woman-owned business in Putnam Valley,” she said.

Gilleo, Russo Seek to Represent Legislature Dist. 2

Under the agenda item “62. APPOINT NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS COMMITTEE,” the Town Board resolution states: “BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoint Maia Gilleo as member for the term 1/1/2025-12/31/26;”

01-08-2025 RE ORG MEETING AGENDA full edition (PDF)

Maia N. Gilleo earned an MBA in business management and international business. She was appointed as a member of the Neighborhood Business Committee for a 2025–26 term.

BIOGRAPHY

Maia Gilleo is a small business owner who has run her own hair salon for 22 years and was appointed vice chair of her town's Neighborhood Business Committee, per the Putnam County Press. No campaign website was found as of September 23, 2026.

Putnam County Legislator, District 2

Maia currently owns and operates a hair salon.

Gilleo vs. Russo for Putnam County Legislator, District 2

2026 New York General Election

Proposes larger tax incentives and other support for farms to manage costs and remain competitive.

“Stronger partnerships could make it easier for residents to find and purchase fresh, locally grown food while helping farmers reach more customers,” she said. “The county should also look at offering larger tax incentives and other practical support to help farms manage costs, remain competitive, and continue operating for future generations.”

Supports investing in a local trade school to provide career training and help employers meet workforce needs.

“Investing in a local trade school would provide practical career training, help employers meet workforce needs, and create opportunities for younger residents to build their futures in Putnam County,” she added. “In addition, a portion of the fund balance should help towns address financial pressures by funding infrastructure and capital improvements that are straining municipal budgets.”

Supports partnerships to connect residents with locally grown food and help farmers reach more customers.

Supports partnerships between local tradespeople and the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) to create skilled-trade internships for young people.

EDUCATION & WORKFORCE OPPORTUNITIES

Putnam Valley students deserve real pathways to stable, meaningful careers. Maia supports partnerships between local tradespeople and BOCES to create internships that prepare young people for in-demand skilled jobs. By investing in workforce development now, we strengthen our local economy and give the next generation more options for their future.

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Supports long-term economic planning to help small businesses and revitalize town centers.

GROWING OUR LOCAL ECONOMY

Putnam Valley needs thoughtful, long-term economic planning that supports small businesses and revitalizes our town centers. Maia will push for smart investments, improved infrastructure, and programs that encourage business growth while preserving our community’s character. A stronger local economy benefits everyone who lives and works here.

As of October 28, 2026, Maia N. Gilleo’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Economy

Public Services

Supports revising the county comprehensive plan to assist towns and villages with zoning and economic development while preserving community character.

“I support revising the county’s comprehensive plan to better assist towns and villages with zoning and economic development while preserving the character of their communities,” she said.

Housing & Urban Development

Proposes expanding mental-health access through a mobile unit that brings services directly to residents.

“Residents experiencing a crisis should be able to receive timely, professional care close to home rather than having to travel long distances or rely on emergency rooms as their only option,” she said. “The county should also expand access through a mobile mental health unit that can respond throughout Putnam and bring services directly to residents in their own communities.”

Plans to advocate for partnerships for domestic-violence services and expanded access to mental-health resources.

SUPPORTING PUBLIC SAFETY & COMMUNITY WELL-BEING

Public safety includes making sure residents have access to the support they need. Maia will advocate for stronger partnerships with local organizations that serve victims of domestic violence and expand access to mental health resources. By prioritizing responsible spending, we can better protect and support vulnerable members of our community without increasing taxes.

Public Safety

Proposes using a portion of the fund balance for municipal infrastructure and capital improvements.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

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Maia N. Gilleo

- Supports partnerships between local tradespeople and the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) to create skilled-trade internships for young people.
- Supports long-term economic planning to help small businesses and revitalize town centers.

- Plans to advocate for partnerships for domestic-violence services and expanded access to mental-health resources.

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Maia N. Gilleo

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BIOGRAPHY

Maia Gilleo is a small business owner who has run her own hair salon for 22 years and was appointed vice chair of her town's Neighborhood Business Committee, per the Putnam County Press. No campaign website was found as of September 23, 2026...

Maia N. Gilleo was appointed vice chair of her town's Neighborhood Business Committee.

Maia N. Gilleo owns and operates a hair salon.

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Supports partnerships between local tradespeople and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services to provide internships for students pursuing skilled jobs.

Said responsible spending can protect and support vulnerable community members without increasing taxes.

Will pursue investments and programs to support small businesses and revitalize town centers while preserving community character.

- Supports partnerships between local tradespeople and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services to provide internships for students pursuing skilled jobs.
- Said responsible spending can protect and support vulnerable community members without increasing taxes.
- Will pursue investments and programs to support small businesses and revitalize town centers while preserving community character.

Will advocate for partnerships that serve domestic-violence victims and expanded access to mental-health resources.

- Will advocate for partnerships that serve domestic-violence victims and expanded access to mental-health resources.

Will pursue investments to improve local infrastructure as part of long-term economic planning.

- Will pursue investments to improve local infrastructure as part of long-term economic planning.