2026 New York General Election

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Gina M. Arena is married and has eight children.

Sway lists Arena's experience as: “Office Assistant — Westchester County · 2007 a hoy.”

Gina M. Arena | Sway

Sway lists Arena's experience as: “Office Assistant — Westchester County · 2007 a hoy.” The Spanish phrase “a hoy” indicates continuing to the present.

Sway lists Arena's experience as: “Vice President — James Arena Plumbing · 1989 a 2004.”

Sway lists Arena's experience as: “Administrative Assistant — Dynacept · 1985 a 1989.”

Gina M. Arena currently works as an office assistant for Westchester County. She previously worked as vice president of James Arena Plumbing and as an administrative assistant at Dynacept.

As of October 23, 2026, Gina M. Arena did not have a website or any information online.

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As of October 23, 2026, GINA M ARENA’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Romeu moved to Somers in 2022 from Chesterfield Township in New Jersey where she had served on the Township Committee (2016) and as mayor for two years.

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She has an MBA in Health Administration and a Ph.D. in Science Education.

In Somers, Romeu is a member of the board of The Friends of Somers Library and is a member of the Somers Women’s Club.

Rita M Romeu moved to Somers in 2022 from Chesterfield Township, New Jersey. She has a master's degree in health administration and a Ph.D. in science education. She is a member of the board of The Friends of Somers Library and the Somers Women’s Club.

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Romeu founded ARMDS, a healthcare consulting company. Before that, she was employed by the New Jersey Department of Health as director of its finance division.

Rita founded ARMDS, a healthcare consulting company. She previously worked as director of the finance division at the New Jersey Department of Health.

Rita served on the Chesterfield Township Committee in 2016.

Rita previously served on the Chesterfield Township Committee and as mayor of Chesterfield.

As of October 23, 2026, Rita M. Romeu did not have a website or any information online.

“We on the Friends Board are very, very sad to see her go. And, as I’m sure, after hearing the sentiments of this board, there are a lot of people in town who are very, very sad to see her go too,” Romeu said, adding that Veissy “did a fantastic job and her shoes will be difficult to fill.”

“I know she’s leaving for a more lucrative opportunity and the only thing I want to say is that I hope that, in the future, we can maybe look at how we compensate individuals in this and similar positions so that we can really retain qualified, dedicated staff.”

Thanking Romeu for her comment, Scorrano reminded the public that the library board has a budget that it follows.

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Q: What does transparency in local government mean to you, and how will you ensure Somers residents stay informed and engaged?
A: To me, transparency means being available, approachable, and open about how decisions are made. It’s not just about what happens at Town Board meetings—it’s about making sure people can easily find information and understand what’s going on.

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I also believe residents should be part of the conversation from the very beginning of any new initiative, not just when a plan is nearly finished—like what’s currently happening with Reis Park. Surveys, listening sessions, and early‑stage discussions can help make sure everyone’s voice is part of the process.

Calls for a review of compensation for library and similar staff positions to help retain qualified employees.

Supports local-government transparency through accessible information and openness about how decisions are made.

Believes residents should be involved early in new initiatives through surveys, listening sessions, and early-stage discussions.

- Calls for a review of compensation for library and similar staff positions to help retain qualified employees.
- Supports local-government transparency through accessible information and openness about how decisions are made.
- Believes residents should be involved early in new initiatives through surveys, listening sessions, and early-stage discussions.

I’m also passionate about protecting our open space—our town parks and woodlands are part of what makes Somers such a special place. I’d like to work closely with the Planning Board, Zoning Board, and the Energy and Environment Committee to create long‑term plans that keep these areas healthy and accessible to all. I want residents to feel confident that future land‑use decisions support the character of our town and avoid choices, like data centers, that could lead to overdevelopment or strain our resources.

Wants land-use decisions to preserve Somers's character and avoid developments, including data centers, that could lead to overdevelopment or strain resources.

- Wants land-use decisions to preserve Somers's character and avoid developments, including data centers, that could lead to overdevelopment or strain resources.

Q: What do you see as the most pressing challenges facing Somers right now?
A: One of the biggest challenges we’re facing is the rising cost of energy, especially our electricity. Families and businesses are feeling it, and I think we need to look at both short‑term and long‑term solutions. That includes working with county and state partners and also exploring renewable energy options that could save money over time.

I’m also passionate about protecting our open space—our town parks and woodlands are part of what makes Somers such a special place. I’d like to work closely with the Planning Board, Zoning Board, and the Energy and Environment Committee to create long‑term plans that keep these areas healthy and accessible to all.

Advocates for short- and long-term energy-cost solutions, including work with county and state partners and renewable-energy options.

Wants to work with local boards and the Energy and Environment Committee on plans to protect and maintain accessible open space.

- Advocates for short- and long-term energy-cost solutions, including work with county and state partners and renewable-energy options.
- Wants to work with local boards and the Energy and Environment Committee on plans to protect and maintain accessible open space.

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As of October 23, 2026, RITA M ROMEU’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Supports local-government transparency through accessible information and openness about how decisions are made.
- Believes residents should be involved early in new initiatives through surveys, listening sessions, and early-stage discussions.

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