McGlasson said she is blessed to be able to serve the town she was born and raised in, where she is raising her own family, and where she wants to see her children and future generations thrive. “My commitment to this town is genuine, and I want to continue serving because I truly believe there is more work to be done,” she said. The article also reports that she has served as the St. James CYO basketball coordinator for the past several years.

Sewell Challenges McGlasson for Kent Town Supervisor

Jaime F. McGlasson was born and raised in Kent, where she is raising her family.

McGlasson has served nearly five years in the position, spending six years prior on the Town Board. In addition to elected office, she has served as the St. James CYO basketball coordinator for the past several years.

Jaime has served nearly five years as Kent Town Supervisor. She previously served six years on the Town Board.

2026 New York General Election

Calls for pursuing grants, controlling spending, and ensuring residents receive services in return for their tax payments.

When it comes to navigating the current affordability crisis that’s plaguing the nation, locally, the supervisor said the number-one thing elected officials can do is be responsible with taxpayer money. “We need to continue looking for grants, control spending, and make sure residents are getting the services they are paying for,” she said. “We also need to grow the commercial tax base so that the burden does not continue to fall so heavily on homeowners. That is one reason economic development is so important to affordability in Kent.”

Wants to encourage responsible business growth, attract and support businesses, and strengthen Kent's tax base without unnecessarily burdening residents.

There has already been interest in some vacant properties, according to the supervisor. “I look forward to seeing those opportunities move forward,” she said. “My goal is to encourage responsible business growth, attract new businesses, support those already here, and strengthen Kent’s tax base without placing an unnecessary burden on our residents.”

As of October 28, 2026, Jaime F. McGlasson did not have a website or any information online.

Economy

Wants to convert the old Town Hall into a community center with senior gathering space and town offices.

In addition, the town has gone out to bid and will be working on some structural improvements to the old Town Hall building to address the current needs at that property as well. “Looking ahead, I would love to see the building become a community center, with a place for our seniors to meet and socialize, and town offices upstairs,” said McGlasson. “It would be a great way to preserve the building while creating a space that serves our residents and brings the community together.”

Plans to seek residents' input and vote on the future of the Lake Carmel Community Center.

When asked about future plans for the deserted Lake Carmel Community Center, McGlasson said her office is preparing communication to send to residents soliciting their input on the site’s future, and their vote regarding what they would like to see happen with the building. “We expect that vote to take place in late November,” she said. “Residents will make the decision, and my goal is to make sure we move forward responsibly.”

Public Services

Supports growing the commercial tax base to reduce the property-tax burden on homeowners.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports providing the Kent Police Department with up-to-date tools to help keep the community safe.

“We appreciate Senator Harckham’s continued support for the Town of Kent,” said Town Supervisor Jaime McGlasson. “Our police department is essential to our community. It’s vital that it has the latest tools that it needs to help keep our community safe and secure.”

Harckham Funds New Town of Kent Police Department Vehicles | NYSenate.gov

Public Safety

Works to expand sewer infrastructure along Route 52 to create opportunities for commercial development.

McGlasson said supporting local businesses and expanding Kent’s commercial tax base is a priority of her administration. “We are working to expand sewer infrastructure, which will create opportunities for commercial development – particularly along Route 52,” she said. “Kent has limited commercial property so we need to make the most of the opportunities available to us.”

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Jaime F. McGlasson

- Wants to encourage responsible business growth, attract and support businesses, and strengthen Kent's tax base without unnecessarily burdening residents.

- Supports providing the Kent Police Department with up-to-date tools to help keep the community safe.

June 5, 2026. Assemblyman Matt Slater voted in support of A.11560, the Responsible Data Center Development Act, which establishes a one-year moratorium on new data center permits while New York studies the impacts these facilities could have on local communities, energy infrastructure and utility costs. Town Supervisor of Kent Jaime McGlasson said: “I want to thank Assemblyman Matt Slater for taking a common-sense approach to this issue. Data centers can bring opportunities and investment, but it’s important that we understand the impact they could have on our electric grid, our communities, and our residents before moving forward. I appreciate Matt’s commitment to making sure local voices are heard and that New York is prepared for the challenges and opportunities that come with future growth.”

Matt Slater - Assembly District 94 |Assembly Member Directory | New York State Assembly

Supports studying data centers' effects on the electric grid, communities, and residents before further development proceeds.

- Supports studying data centers' effects on the electric grid, communities, and residents before further development proceeds.