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

2026 New York General Election

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.

Economy

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.

Public Services

### 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.

Housing & Urban Development

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

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

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.

Jennifer L. Puja

Economy

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment