2026 New York General Election

I was born in the Bronx to Irish immigrants who taught me the value of community. My husband, Tom, and I moved to Pelham Manor in 1997 because we knew we had found our home. We raised six children here, all of whom attended Pelham Public Schools.

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She then went on to attend Lehman College receiving her bachelor’s and master’s Degrees in Business Education and Corporate Training. Upon graduation, she taught at Career Blazer Learning Center in NYC where she became the Director of Education.

Bridget (Breda) A. Bennett | Village of Pelham Manor

Bridget A. Bennett moved to Pelham Manor with her husband, Tom, in 1997. She earned bachelor's and master's degrees in business education and corporate training from Lehman College. She and Tom raised six children.

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After having her first child, she took a position as an adjunct lecturer at Lehman College teaching in the Secondary Education Department and then moved to Westchester Community College teaching classes in the Business Department.

When Breda had her sixth child, she turned her focus to working with Tom, her husband, on their home building business.

Bridget A. Bennett worked with her husband on their home-building business. She previously taught at Career Blazer Learning Center in New York City, where she became director of education, and later served as an adjunct lecturer at Lehman College and taught classes at Westchester Community College.

Bridget worked with her husband on their home-building business. She previously taught at Career Blazer Learning Center in New York City, where she became director of education, and later served as an adjunct lecturer at Lehman College and taught classes at Westchester Community College.

In 2018 Breda had the distinct honor of being elected as a Village of Pelham Manor Trustee. She was extremely pleased to repeat in 2020 and very proud to be named the Police Commissioner. Working with Chief Atkins, Lieutenant Sancho and all the officers of the PMPD has been a tremendous honor for Breda.

Bridget was elected as a Village of Pelham Manor trustee in 2018 and reelected in 2020.

Pelham Manor continues to operate debt free, a rarity among municipalities in our region. We also repeatedly earn an excellent fiscal stress score from the State Comptroller, and we remain compliant with New York State’s Tax Cap law. With an eye toward enhancing local charm, I enthusiastically supported Local Law 1 of 2025, which expanded allowed business uses in the Four Corners retail district. I cherish our shared spaces, and I think we all breathed a collective sigh of relief as the Village salvaged our historic Police Booth, following tree damage!

Supported Local Law 1 of 2025, which expanded permitted business uses in the Four Corners retail district.

- Supported Local Law 1 of 2025, which expanded permitted business uses in the Four Corners retail district.

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Accessibility is central to my approach to governance, and I enthusiastically support the Village’s comprehensive communication platform. I am here for every resident. I humbly ask you to vote for my running mate, Zoning Board of Appeals Member Joseph Liberatore, and me, on November 3 so that we can continue our work on your behalf.

Supports the village’s comprehensive communication platform as part of an accessible approach to governance.

- Supports the village’s comprehensive communication platform as part of an accessible approach to governance.

Public Services

Working with our NYS elected officials, Pelham Manor also successfully launched the first red-light camera program in a Village throughout NYS. Notably, the PMPD has re-instituted the DARE program in our schools, following a Covid-19 hiatus. We have increased traffic monitoring and enforcement and added stop signs at key intersections. AAA again conferred the Bronze Award to the PMPD in its Community Traffic Safety Awards Program.

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As Police Commissioner, I work to ensure that the PMPD is highly trained, extremely responsive and community based. Pedestrian and traffic safety remain priorities for me. Recently, when drag racers threatened pedestrian safety and created significant noise disturbances on our roads, the PMPD crafted a plan, resolving the issue quickly.

Said the police department resumed Drug Abuse Resistance Education in schools and increased traffic monitoring and enforcement.

As police commissioner, works to maintain a highly trained, responsive, community-based police department.

- Said the police department resumed Drug Abuse Resistance Education in schools and increased traffic monitoring and enforcement.
- As police commissioner, works to maintain a highly trained, responsive, community-based police department.

Public Safety

As Police Commissioner, I am delighted to report that the Pelham Manor Police Department (PMPD) is highly trained, responsive and community based. Under my leadership, we recently launched the Road Safety Starts with You campaign. This initiative strengthens our ongoing pedestrian and traffic safety efforts through direct resident outreach. Programs have included in-person lectures from AAA, school presentations, a Village-Wide survey and on-site meetings with retained traffic professionals.

Programs have included in-person lectures from AAA, school presentations, a Village-Wide survey and on-site meetings with retained traffic professionals. I helped to secure crossing assistance for school children at the intersections of Wolfs Lane and Iden Avenue and Pelhamdale Avenue and Black Street. This follows my support for a crossing guard at Four Corners and the red-light camera enforcement program there (the first such program for a village in New York State). The PMPD continues its focus on the DARE program in our schools, helping children to make healthy life choices.

Prioritizes pedestrian and traffic safety through the Road Safety Starts with You resident-outreach campaign.

Supported crossing assistance for schoolchildren and red-light camera enforcement at Four Corners.

- Prioritizes pedestrian and traffic safety through the Road Safety Starts with You resident-outreach campaign.
- Supported crossing assistance for schoolchildren and red-light camera enforcement at Four Corners.

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of October 23, 2026, Bridget A. Bennett’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Economy

It is truly gratifying to participate in Compost Awareness Week on an annual basis. In recent years, we reduced the days of week and hours of operation available for gasoline-powered leaf blowers, and we regularly participate in NYPA’s Tree Power Program. For each tree that we purchase through this program, the Power Authority provides us with another one at no charge! Since 2021, Pelham Manor has planted over 300 trees in our tiny Village that spans just over one square mile.

I remain committed to environmental sustainability and resilience, attending seminars and workshops. Pelham Manor manages a robust, cost-effective recycling and reuse program, recycling over 77% of our trash. We also operate an industry-leading organic waste recycling program using a public-private partnership (PPP).

Pelham Manor manages a robust, cost-effective recycling and reuse program, recycling over 77% of our trash. We also operate an industry-leading organic waste recycling program using a public-private partnership (PPP). Under this PPP, the Village supplies residents with free compost and will deliver it to residents. It is truly gratifying to participate in Compost Awareness Week on an annual basis.

Supported limits on the days and hours gasoline-powered leaf blowers may operate and participation in the New York Power Authority Tree Power Program.

Is committed to environmental sustainability and resilience, including recycling, reuse, and organic-waste recycling programs.

- Supported limits on the days and hours gasoline-powered leaf blowers may operate and participation in the New York Power Authority Tree Power Program.
- Is committed to environmental sustainability and resilience, including recycling, reuse, and organic-waste recycling programs.

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Bridget A. Bennett

- As police commissioner, works to maintain a highly trained, responsive, community-based police department.

As of October 23, 2026, BRIDGET A BENNETT’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Is committed to environmental sustainability and resilience, including recycling, reuse, and organic-waste recycling programs.

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I am Chris Dlutowski and I am running with my fellow Democrat Ryan Kurtz for the Board of Trustees of Pelham Manor.

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Christopher J. Dlutowski earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania, a master's degree from the University of Cambridge, and a law degree and a master's degree from Georgetown University. He lives in Pelham.

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# Christopher J. Dlutowski

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Christopher J. Dlutowski has represented investors, managers, and other market participants in a wide array of investment matters for over 25 years.

Christopher is the chair of the firm’s Institutional Investors Working Group, a co-leader of the firm’s education industry team, a member of the firm’s family office initiative and a member of the New York office’s recruiting committee.

Prior to rejoining Morgan Lewis, Christopher was vice president and corporate counsel at Prudential Financial Inc.

Christopher J. Dlutowski is a partner at Morgan Lewis. He previously served as vice president and corporate counsel at Prudential Financial Inc.

Christopher is a partner at Morgan Lewis. He previously served as vice president and corporate counsel at Prudential Financial Inc.

As of October 23, 2026, Christopher J. Dlutowski  did not have a website or any information online.

I love the Manor. But while it has a proud past, it has an even brighter future.
We need change in the Manor – to really listen and respond to residents and make tangible improvements.
In speaking to Manor residents, I’ve learned that traffic safety and responsiveness are key concerns. So I will work to:
• Make smart street safety changes • Add a Manor app to log, monitor and address issues • Solicit public funding for flooding mitigation and other initiatives •Adopt a strategic plan
All while not raising taxes.
This year we have a real chance to chart a bold new path for the Manor.

Plans to introduce an app for Pelham Manor residents to log, monitor, and address issues.

Plans to adopt a strategic plan for Pelham Manor.

- Plans to introduce an app for Pelham Manor residents to log, monitor, and address issues.
- Plans to adopt a strategic plan for Pelham Manor.

Pledges not to raise taxes while pursuing the stated initiatives.

- Pledges not to raise taxes while pursuing the stated initiatives.

Plans to seek public funding for flood-mitigation initiatives.

- Plans to seek public funding for flood-mitigation initiatives.

Christopher J. Dlutowski 

As of October 23, 2026, CHRISTOPHER J DLUTOWSKI’s website did not contain information on this issue.

CHRISTOPHER J DLUTOWSKI

Having raised my family here, I am deeply committed to preserving the character of our village while promoting its fiscal health, public safety, and long-term sustainability for generations to come. My career has been defined by financial leadership, risk management, and public service.

As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and fractional CFO, I have spent decades managing, auditing, and protecting the financial health of both for-profit companies and non-profit organizations including those in the conservation and environmental education space.

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Joseph works as a Certified Public Accountant and fractional chief financial officer.

Joseph Liberatore works as a Certified Public Accountant and fractional chief financial officer.

As of October 23, 2026, Joseph Liberatore’s website did not contain information on this issue.

### Superior Service Departments

A well-run Village is a great place to live. The Manor Leadership team will continue to ensure we receive the highest level of Police, Fire, Sanitation, Parks and DPW services.

Plans to maintain police, fire, sanitation, parks, and public works services.

- Plans to maintain police, fire, sanitation, parks, and public works services.

### Robust Pedestrian & Traffic Safety

One of the highest priorities of the Manor Leadership Team is maintaining the highest standards of Pedestrian and Traffic Safety that make our Village a great place to live.

Prioritizes pedestrian and traffic safety.

- Prioritizes pedestrian and traffic safety.

### Infrastructure and Collection Systems

The Manor Leadership team will continue working hard to deliver Village-wide improvements without debt.

❖ FACT: Fast-tracked interim projects to address urgent water issues in key areas using Village resources, including at Peace & Townsend, Highbrook & Heywood, Monroe, Roosevelt and Mt. Tom area

Plans to pursue villagewide improvements without incurring debt.

- Plans to pursue villagewide improvements without incurring debt.

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As a candidate for Village Trustee, my goal is simple: to preserve everything that makes our village special, the community spirit and quality of life, while ensuring its financial health remains strong, resilient, and transparent for generations to come. As a CPA and through my experience as a Chief Financial Officer—I analyze complex budgets, assess risk, and pinpoint opportunities for efficiency every single day. Local government operations are getting more complex, and municipal costs are rising. Navigating these challenges requires more than good intentions—it requires real, practical financial expertise.

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What do you see as the priorities for your municipality? (Maximum 1,000 characters)

I bring a data-driven, analytical perspective to the table to ensure every taxpayer dollar is allocated effectively, transparently, and responsibly. Pelham Manor deserves leadership that balances deep personal commitment with proven financial acumen. I am running to put my background as a CPA to work for you, ensuring transparent governance, and a secure financial future for all.

Plans to use financial analysis to identify efficiency opportunities and allocate taxpayer funds transparently and responsibly.

- Plans to use financial analysis to identify efficiency opportunities and allocate taxpayer funds transparently and responsibly.

### Strong Commitment to Our Environment

Balancing our budget and caring for the environment are not mutually exclusive. The Manor Leadership Team has a demonstrated record of sustainable and progressive environmental programs and initiatives to serve our neighbors. We remain committed to best environmental practices and oversee a comprehensive waste management program, continually adding to our environmental and sustainability initiatives.

Commits to environmental practices, waste management, and additional sustainability initiatives.

- Commits to environmental practices, waste management, and additional sustainability initiatives.

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Joseph Liberatore

As of October 23, 2026, JOSEPH J LIBERATORE’s website did not contain information on this issue.

JOSEPH J LIBERATORE

Joseph J. Liberatore works as a certified public accountant and serves as a part-time chief financial officer for businesses and nonprofits.

A little about me, my family, and why I’m running: My wife, Geraldine, and I moved to Pelham in March of 2020, with our son Charlie, (almost 5), born several months later. Since then, Sophie, 2, has joined the family. I coach tee-ball and support Pelham Pride, Geraldine is on the Board of Pelham Together and is in the Junior League, and our kids are future Siwanoyers.

Pelham Manor trustee candidate Ryan Kurtz's campaign statement: 'I'm running because we can do better with what we have (i.e., without raising taxes)'

Ryan J Kurtz moved to Pelham with his wife, Geraldine, in March 2020, and they have two children. He coaches tee-ball and supports Pelham Pride.

Pelham Manor trustee candidate Ryan Kurtz's campaign statement

Ryan J. Kurtz (Democratic) is running for Pelham Manor Village Council in the November 3, 2026 general election in New York.
Experience
Associate Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP · 2018 to now
Law Clerk to the Hon. Christopher F. Droney United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit · 2017 to 2018
Staff Attorney New Jersey Office of the Public Defender, Hudson Region · 2014 to 2017

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Ryan J. Kurtz currently works as an associate at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. He previously worked as a law clerk to Judge Christopher F. Droney of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and as a staff attorney with the Hudson Region of the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender.

Ryan J. Kurtz for Pelham Manor Village Council, New York (2026)

Ryan currently works as an associate at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. He previously worked as a law clerk to Judge Christopher F. Droney of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and as a staff attorney with the Hudson Region of the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender.

Please join Mark Cardwell, Debbie Winstead, and me in imagining a Manor with: 21st century flood remediation (before the 22nd century); A comprehensive, data-driven approach to traffic and pedestrian safety; Better law enforcement technology and fewer burglaries and car break-ins; A vibrant Four Corners with safer parking lots and entrances/exits; A new playground, dog run, and maybe a small splash pad for summer fun; Freshly painted crosswalks and street signs, plus level sidewalks; and A “My Manor” App to easily report issues and track fixes. And without higher taxes.

Plans to improve parking lots and their entrances and exits at Four Corners.

- Plans to improve parking lots and their entrances and exits at Four Corners.

Proposes a playground, dog run, and possible splash pad.

- Proposes a playground, dog run, and possible splash pad.

We are your Democratic candidates running for the Village of Pelham Manor Board of Trustees. We will bring: BETTER SAFETY FOR OUR FAMILIES. We need a comprehensive, data-driven approach to traffic and pedestrian safety, with better communication, thoughtful street design, and appropriate enforcement. We also need to chase grant money for policy technology upgrades to keep our dedicated law enforcement officers armed with better tech than increasingly sophisticated criminals.

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Calls for grant funding for police technology upgrades.

Proposes law-enforcement technology intended to reduce burglaries and vehicle break-ins.

- Calls for grant funding for police technology upgrades.
- Proposes law-enforcement technology intended to reduce burglaries and vehicle break-ins.

Calls for a data-driven approach to traffic and pedestrian safety through communication, street design, and enforcement.

Proposes repainting crosswalks and street signs, leveling sidewalks, and creating an app to report and track local issues.

- Calls for a data-driven approach to traffic and pedestrian safety through communication, street design, and enforcement.
- Proposes repainting crosswalks and street signs, leveling sidewalks, and creating an app to report and track local issues.

So, Manor taxes are about as high as they could be. We’ll offer relief, ending artificial surplus generation. We’ll tax only what we need, and ensure that what we do tax is re-invested in our community. Through thoughtful financial planning and professional management of cash-on-hand, we’ll get more for the Manor, without asking you to pay more.

Proposes ending artificial budget surpluses, taxing only what is needed, and reinvesting tax revenue locally without raising taxes.

- Proposes ending artificial budget surpluses, taxing only what is needed, and reinvesting tax revenue locally without raising taxes.

We are your Democratic candidates running for the Village of Pelham Manor Board of Trustees. We will bring: BETTER FLOOD MITIGATION. The Highbrook project is welcome progress, but the Village’s own engineers modeled that improvement to prevent surcharging only through a one-year storm event and only if the blockage under Glover field is fixed (there’s been no progress on that issue). Important work around Monroe Street and Mount Tom continues to move slowly from study to design to construction. We must be protecting residents against the storms of today and tomorrow, not yesterday.

Calls for flood mitigation that protects residents from current and future storms.

- Calls for flood mitigation that protects residents from current and future storms.

Ryan J Kurtz

- Proposes law-enforcement technology intended to reduce burglaries and vehicle break-ins.

- Proposes repainting crosswalks and street signs, leveling sidewalks, and creating an app to report and track local issues.

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