2026 New York General Election

Frank has been a University Professor and Research Scientist at St. John’s University, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, for over 30 years.

He has a degree in Chemistry, and a Ph.D. in Pathology, (the study of diseases).

He is an award-winning Professor and manages an active research lab. He is a proud member of the St. John’s Faculty Association union.

Meet Frank | Frank Schanne for Westchester

Frank Schanne has a degree in chemistry and a Ph.D. in pathology.

Frank Schanne works as a university professor and research scientist at St. John’s University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, where he manages a research lab.

Frank works as a university professor and research scientist at St. John’s University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, where he manages a research lab.

AFFORDABILITY

Out-of-control County spending, up continuously over last 7 years, high sales taxes and skyrocketing energy bills are making living in Westchester - unaffordable and out of reach for many.

If elected, I will:

Call for an independent audit of the County budget to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse, and roll back programs that don’t have direct impact on Westchester citizens.

Issues | Frank Schanne for Westchester

Calls for an independent county budget audit and rolling back programs he says do not directly affect Westchester residents.

- Calls for an independent county budget audit and rolling back programs he says do not directly affect Westchester residents.

Economy

As of October 22, 2026, Frank Schanne’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

SAFETY

Feeling safe is fundamental to our quality of life. Safe in your home, safe in your community.

Reverse Sanctuary County policies and practices

In 2018, The Democrat dominated Westchester County Legislature, enacted “The Immigrant Protection Act”. This Act significantly restricts Local Law Enforcement cooperation with Immigration Authorities.

We need to protect the safety of Westchester residents, nullify “The Immigrant Protection Act,” and support full, lawful cooperation with all agencies working to enforce US immigration laws. This will also eliminate the risk of losing Federal funding due to these Sanctuary policies and directives.

Support Our Police and First Responders

Maintain a local, visible presence for Police, and First Responders in our communities,

Invest and support full staffing,

Ensure a robust recruitment pipeline

Upgrade technology and invest in training for Corrections Officers

Proposes repealing the Immigrant Protection Act and expanding lawful cooperation with agencies enforcing U.S. immigration laws.

Supports visible local police and first responders, full staffing and recruitment, and investments in technology and training for corrections officers.

- Proposes repealing the Immigrant Protection Act and expanding lawful cooperation with agencies enforcing U.S. immigration laws.
- Supports visible local police and first responders, full staffing and recruitment, and investments in technology and training for corrections officers.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

If elected, I will:

Call for an independent audit of the County budget to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse, and roll back programs that don’t have direct impact on Westchester citizens.

Reduce Energy Bills

Combat Con Ed proposed excessive price increases

Review bulk energy purchasing performance of Westchester Power

Reduce Energy Bills

Combat Con Ed proposed excessive price increases

Review bulk energy purchasing performance of Westchester Power

Background: Westchester Power, which buys 100% renewable energy, (often at higher prices), became "the default," electricity supplier for many residents in 29 municipalities, in 2016. The purpose was NOT to lower energy costs, but to increase the use of renewable energy.

Residents were auto-enrolled, (and still are), if they did not actively select another provider.

Educate Westchester residents who may not realize they were assigned and paying higher prices as a result.

Help residents manage costs by discontinuing auto - enrollment.

Work with EPA to bring stable, cost-effective energy production back to Westchester, especially safe, clean nuclear energy.

Educate Westchester residents who may not realize they were assigned and paying higher prices as a result.

Help residents manage costs by discontinuing auto - enrollment.

Work with EPA to bring stable, cost-effective energy production back to Westchester, especially safe, clean nuclear energy.

Plans to challenge proposed Con Edison price increases.

Plans to review Westchester Power's performance in bulk-energy purchasing.

Proposes ending automatic enrollment in Westchester Power to help residents manage electricity costs.

Plans to work with the Environmental Protection Agency to expand stable, cost-effective energy production, including nuclear energy.

- Plans to challenge proposed Con Edison price increases.
- Plans to review Westchester Power's performance in bulk-energy purchasing.
- Proposes ending automatic enrollment in Westchester Power to help residents manage electricity costs.
- Plans to work with the Environmental Protection Agency to expand stable, cost-effective energy production, including nuclear energy.

Energy & the Environment

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Jenn is the Executive Director of the Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body AFL-CIO, a nonprofit organization representing more than 100,000 working families in Westchester and Putnam. She has been a member of the Labor and Human Rights Committee of the Board of Legislators since 2018.

District 5 | Westchester County Board of Legislators

Jennifer L. Puja is the executive director of the Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body AFL-CIO, a nonprofit organization representing more than 100,000 working families in Westchester and Putnam.

Jenn Puja - Westchester County Board of Legislators

2. Fiscal Responsibility and Holding the Line on Taxes

As a public servant, Jenn understands the importance of balancing community needs with fiscal responsibility. She will work to hold the line on taxes while ensuring that taxpayer dollars are invested wisely in projects and services that directly benefit the district.

Jenn Puja for Westchester County Legislator | Priorities

As a member of the Westchester County Board of Legislators' Labor and Human Rights Committee since 2018, I advocated to help pass impactful legislation like the Earned Sick Leave law, the Wage Theft (No Pay, No Way) Bill, the Immigration Protection Act, and the Displaced Worker Act. These achievements remind me that when we prioritize people and work together, we can create meaningful change.

Jenn Puja for Westchester County Legislator

Plans to hold the line on taxes while directing taxpayer funding to district projects and services.

Advocated for county laws on earned sick leave, wage theft, immigration protections, and displaced workers.

- Plans to hold the line on taxes while directing taxpayer funding to district projects and services.
- Advocated for county laws on earned sick leave, wage theft, immigration protections, and displaced workers.

4. Constituent Services and Community Engagement

Jenn’s leadership is rooted in accessibility and collaboration. She will continue to prioritize direct service to constituents, bridging gaps between communities and resources. Whether it’s engaging with youth as Chair of the Recreation Advisory Committee or addressing the concerns of seniors and families, Jenn is dedicated to ensuring that all voices in District 5 are heard and valued.

Prioritizes direct constituent service to connect residents with community resources.

- Prioritizes direct constituent service to connect residents with community resources.

### Identify and prioritize the most important issues facing your District and the County, as a whole.

Affordability - at every age and stage of life. This is related to housing, taxes, home budgets. From young adults trying to start their lives, to working people struggling with the cost of living, to seniors hoping to age with dignity with rising costs putting pressure on all families. In order to make Westchester affordable for every generation, we must put affordability first. Everyone deserves the opportunity to live, work, play and thrive in this great county.

Working towards practical solutions to protect working people, lower costs, expand services, and keep our seniors aging and thriving in place is key.

Westchester County Legislator District 5 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org.

1. Affordability and Access to Resources

Jenn is committed to making Westchester a place where families can thrive without being burdened by rising costs. She will prioritize policies that ensure affordability for residents, including creative solutions to housing challenges, stabilizing the workforce, and expanding access to vital resources like mental health support and social services.

Prioritizes affordability policies, including housing solutions, lower costs, and services that help seniors remain in their homes.

- Prioritizes affordability policies, including housing solutions, lower costs, and services that help seniors remain in their homes.

As of October 22, 2026, Jennifer L. Puja’s website did not contain information on this issue.

3. Investing in Capital Projects for a Stronger Future

Jenn believes in the power of infrastructure and development to strengthen communities. She will advocate for capital projects that enhance local neighborhoods, improve public spaces, and promote sustainability, ensuring long-term benefits for District 5 residents.

Plans to advocate for capital projects that improve public spaces and promote sustainability.

- Plans to advocate for capital projects that improve public spaces and promote sustainability.

Westchester County Legislator, District 5

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