2026 New York General Election

Robert T. Kearns

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For Robert and his wife, Francesca, Carmel wasn't just a place to find a house; it was the community they chose to build their legacy. They moved here following the birth of their first child, captivated by the town’s character and the values it represents. It is the place where they decided they wanted to spend the rest of their lives, and that personal commitment fuels Robert’s work every day. He is driven by a desire to ensure that the town remains a place where families can put down roots and flourish for generations.

Robert Kearns for Carmel Town Supervisor

Robert believes that a community is defined by how it treats its heroes, and he has made it a priority to ensure Carmel remains a town that honors its veterans. This passion is reflected in his active role as Vice Commander of the Mahopac VFW Post 5491, where he works to ensure that local veterans receive the support and recognition they have earned.

Robert T. Kearns is married to Francesca. He is vice commander of Mahopac Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5491.

At just 31 years of age, Robert Kearns became the youngest person ever to be elected to the Carmel Town Board, securing his seat as the highest vote-getter in the 2023 general election. Since that historic milestone, Robert has redefined what it means to be a public servant, bringing a blend of youthful energy, modern perspective, and a relentless work ethic to Town Hall. His dedication to leadership is rooted in his years of military experience as a highly decorated U.S. Navy veteran, where he served multiple overseas combat tours in the Middle East and Africa.

Beyond his military and civic service, Robert brings a robust professional background in construction and project management to the Town Board. Currently serving as a Senior Operations Manager and Project Manager at a large construction firm, he oversees large-scale municipal projects from inception to completion. His professional expertise allows him to scrutinize town projects with a builder’s eye, ensuring they remain on budget, meet all objectives, and provide the best possible value to taxpayers.

Experiencia
Carmel Town Councilperson
Town Of Carmel · 2023 a hoy
Senior Operations Manager
Pierotti · 2023 a hoy
Operations Manager
Interactive Brokers · 2021 a 2023

Robert T. Kearns currently works as a senior operations manager and project manager at Pierotti, a construction firm. He previously worked as an operations manager at Interactive Brokers. He is a U.S. Navy veteran who served multiple overseas combat tours in the Middle East and Africa.

Robert T. Kearns para Carmel Town Supervisor, New York (2026)

At just 31 years of age, Robert Kearns became the youngest person ever to be elected to the Carmel Town Board, securing his seat as the highest vote-getter in the 2023 general election. Since that historic milestone, Robert has redefined what it means to be a public servant, bringing a blend of youthful energy, modern perspective, and a relentless work ethic to Town Hall.

Robert currently serves on the Carmel Town Board. He was elected in 2023.

As of October 28, 2026, Robert T. Kearns’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Economy

Prioritizes developing Swan Cove and building a community recreation center at Sycamore Park.

Kearns said his top priority is finishing “long overdue” projects, including developing Swan Cove, building a community recreation center at Sycamore Park, and completing improvements to Carmel Water District 2. He said he was able to stop the Carmel Water District 2 project from moving forward and “spending $28 million,” and said officials are now “looking at about $15 million in savings for the taxpayers in Carmel.” Kearns said he wants to see the project “get off the ground and finished in a timely manner,” and said Swan Cove is ready to go out to bid after he has met weekly since August with the project’s engineer and design team.

Kearns gets GOP nod

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

This professional scrutiny was famously put to use during his tenure when Robert cast a pivotal "No" vote on the original Water District #2 project. Driven by a refusal to burden residents with an estimated $28 million price tag, he demanded a more responsible alternative. By pushing the project out to bid and utilizing his industry knowledge, Robert helped identify a solution that reduced the cost to $13.8 million, saving Carmel taxpayers nearly $15 million.

Voted against the original Water District 2 project over its estimated $28 million price tag and pursued a lower-cost alternative.

- Voted against the original Water District 2 project over its estimated $28 million price tag and pursued a lower-cost alternative.