2026 New York General Election

In addition to the technical issues, Gwen has a deep knowledge of the complex regulations and the role of governments at different levels, from local water districts up to Federal authorities. “The projects I work on have six-figure budgets,” Gwen added. “With an MBA in finance, I know how to manage taxpayer money well.”

Gwen Will Get Things Done

Gwen also spent time as a high school science teacher while raising her three children, who attended Mahopac schools. Like many parents in Mahopac, she was a Girl Scout Leader and soccer Mom.

Gwendolyn H. Burke has an MBA in finance. She has three children, who attended Mahopac schools, and was a Girl Scout leader.

An Environmental Engineer by trade, Gwen manages projects for municipalities throughout New York State. Explaining her career, she commented, “I apply science to solve environmental problems such as improving waste management, water and air quality, and site remediation. I manage projects to prevent pollution, ensure safe drinking water, and clean up contaminated sites. Because of my career experience, I understand how to work with governments to get things done.”

Gwendolyn H. Burke works as an environmental engineer and manages projects for municipalities throughout New York State. She previously worked as a high school science teacher.

Advocates transparent county budgeting so residents know how their tax dollars are spent.

Advocates using county reserve funds to reduce debt and lower taxes.

As of October 28, 2026, Gwendolyn H. Burke’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Advocates using county reserve funds to strengthen public health services.

Public Services

Calls for a Human Rights Commission to address and prevent discrimination in housing, workplaces, and health care services.

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Advocates using county reserve funds to improve infrastructure at the county and town levels.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Plans to make concrete progress on Climate Smart initiatives.

Advocates improving lake conditions through stormwater management, reduced fertilizer use, and agricultural programs.

Advocates responsible development and use of renewable energy throughout Putnam County.

Energy & the Environment

Gwendolyn H. Burke

- Advocates transparent county budgeting so residents know how their tax dollars are spent.
- Advocates using county reserve funds to reduce debt and lower taxes.

- Advocates using county reserve funds to strengthen public health services.

- Advocates using county reserve funds to improve infrastructure at the county and town levels.

- Advocates improving lake conditions through stormwater management, reduced fertilizer use, and agricultural programs.
- Advocates responsible development and use of renewable energy throughout Putnam County.

Isaac Brickman

Buket Urgen

About Tanner

Tanner McCracken is a lifelong Mahopac resident and proven fighter for taxpayers.

About Tanner

Tanner McCracken works as an aide to New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt. Dedicating his entire adult life to the Republican Party, Tanner has volunteered on campaigns to elect Republicans locally, in the Hudson Valley, and across the state. Tanner has a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and Public Policy.

Press Release: Tanner McCracken Officially Launches Campaign for Putnam County Legislator

Tanner McCracken is a lifelong Mahopac resident. He has a bachelor's degree in political science and a master's degree in public administration and public policy.

Tanner McCracken currently works as an aide to New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt.

Elected to the Mahopac School Board in 2020, Tanner quickly earned a reputation for standing up for families, demanding transparency, and holding the line on taxes. He has consistently fought for 0% tax levy budgets, delivered property tax relief for veterans, seniors, people with disabilities, and first responders, and pushed through reforms to give the public a stronger voice in school board meetings.

Mahopac Board of Education Trustee Tanner McCracken has defeated Town of Carmel Councilman Frank Lombardi to win the Republican nomination in the race to represent Putnam County Legislative District 8.

McCracken earned nearly 75 percent of the vote, according to unofficial results posted by the Putnam County Board of Elections on Tuesday evening.

McCracken defeats Lombardi in GOP primary for County Legislature - Mahopac News

Tanner currently serves as a Mahopac Board of Education trustee. He was elected to the board in 2020.

McCracken defeats Lombardi in GOP primary for County Legislature

Supports the largest property-tax cut in Putnam County history.

Proposes clawing back recent politician pay raises and blocking future increases.

Advocates for cutting unnecessary regulations and making infrastructure investments to attract businesses and support small businesses.

As of October 28, 2026, Tanner McCracken’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Said he wrote and passed school-board policies to record and livestream every public and committee meeting.

Said he led an effort to make personal financial literacy a high-school graduation requirement.

Proposes recording every county meeting with high-definition video and audio and making public records easily accessible.

Advocates for tax relief while investing in local services and infrastructure.

Wants officials to evaluate existing mental-health services before establishing a new crisis center.

Supported funding for school resource officers and securing school buildings.

Calls for reviewing Putnam County's agricultural districting process and asking farmers what support they need.

Opposes electric-bus mandates and other statewide rules he describes as one-size-fits-all.

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Tanner McCracken

- Proposes recording every county meeting with high-definition video and audio and making public records easily accessible.

- Supported funding for school resource officers and securing school buildings.

- Opposes electric-bus mandates and other statewide rules he describes as one-size-fits-all.

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