It has been one of the great honors of my life to serve as a Trustee for the Village of Pelham, and I am proud to seek re-election to continue the work of moving our village forward with purpose, transparency, and care. Pelham is more than the place I live. It’s where three generations of my family have called home, where I met my husband as a teenager, and where we chose to raise our twins through Pelham schools, athletics, and community programs.

I am a proud graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park (Go Terps!) with a BS in Accounting. Since then, I obtained certifications in Public Accounting, Project Management and Gas Distribution.

Krystal Howell’s campaign statement: ‘My love for this village runs deep, and so does my commitment to serving every resident with respect and empathy’

Krystal Howell earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Maryland, College Park. She met her husband as a teenager, and they chose to raise their twins through Pelham schools and community programs.

Krystal Howell's candidate statement for Village of Pelham trustee

My professional experience has prepared me to meet this moment. I have 25 years of experience in the energy sector, with expertise in construction and project management, contractor oversight, budgeting, financial, planning and analysis, safety and environmental compliance, emergency response support, and capital and operations/maintenance program management. As a CPA and construction sector leader, I have managed large portfolios, supported work exceeding $2 billion annually, and coordinated with engineering, estimation and operations, environmental health and safety, supply chain, union personnel, and contractors, and led teams responsible for significant infrastructure and field operations.

Krystal Howell is a certified public accountant and construction sector leader with experience in the energy sector.

Krystal is a certified public accountant and construction sector leader with experience in the energy sector.

New Trustee Krystal Howell (right) is sworn in by Mayor Chance Mullen. Krystal Howell was sworn in as a new member of the Village of Pelham Board of Trustees on Tuesday evening after running unopposed in November for the seat vacated by Kim McGreal.

December 13, 2024

Krystal Howell sworn in for first term on Village of Pelham Board of Trustees

Krystal Howell sworn in for first term on Village of Pelham Board of Trustees

Krystal was elected unopposed to the Village of Pelham Board of Trustees in November 2024 and is serving her first term.

2026 New York General Election

As of October 23, 2026, Krystal Howell’s did not have a website or any information online.

Housing & Urban Development

I lead with three core principles: respect, empathy, and action. I will apply my depth of knowledge and experience along with these guiding principles in the Trustee role. Through this lens, I will help lead the Village of Pelham’s infrastructure and storm resiliency improvements, support our amazing local businesses, and create more inclusive spaces to bring all members of this wonderful community together all while exercising fiscal responsibility.

Krystal Howell’s candidate statement for Village of Pelham trustee: ‘I lead with three core principles: respect, empathy and action’

Plans to create more inclusive community spaces while exercising fiscal responsibility.

- Plans to create more inclusive community spaces while exercising fiscal responsibility.

Public Services

Krystal Howell, Okey Obudulu, Teisa Salmon, Ella Stern, Veronica Stern and Jeff Watkins have agreed to lead the Village of Pelham Steering Committee on Local Policing, according to an email Monday from Mayor Chance Mullen. The committee is the village’s first step in fulfilling Governor Andrew Cuomo’s executive order requiring municipalities “to develop an action plan to build trust among residents and ensure accountability in local policing,” Mullen said. That plan must be approved by the village board by next April.

Leading village police steering panel: Krystal Howell, Okey Obudulu, Teisa Salmon, Ella Stern, Veronica Stern, Jeff Watkins

Agreed to lead the Village of Pelham Steering Committee on Local Policing, which was formed to develop a trust and accountability plan.

- Agreed to lead the Village of Pelham Steering Committee on Local Policing, which was formed to develop a trust and accountability plan.

Public Safety

During my first term, I have faithfully translated residents’ concerns into practical, community-centered solutions. I supported pedestrian safety efforts, including the hiring of a Traffic Safety Officer, advocated for our village’s needs with other levels of government, and collaborated with neighboring municipalities on shared quality-of-life issues.

Supported pedestrian-safety efforts, including hiring a Traffic Safety Officer.

- Supported pedestrian-safety efforts, including hiring a Traffic Safety Officer.

Transportation & Infrastructure

I supported pedestrian safety efforts, including the hiring of a Traffic Safety Officer, advocated for our village’s needs with other levels of government, and collaborated with neighboring municipalities on shared quality-of-life issues. I have also been proud to support the Downtown Improvement Grant and related efforts that strengthen our local business district, attract investment, and help ensure that Pelham’s small businesses remain vibrant, welcoming, and central to village life.

Supports the Downtown Improvement Grant and related efforts to strengthen Pelham's local business district.

- Supports the Downtown Improvement Grant and related efforts to strengthen Pelham's local business district.

Economy

I am also deeply committed to Pelham’s sustainability and storm resilience efforts. Flooding is not just a safety and infrastructure issue. For so many of our neighbors, it’s become a significant threat to their homes, families, and peace of mind. I have spent many hours working with engineers, construction experts, municipal bodies, and regional partners to better understand our stormwater challenges and advocate for thoughtful, long-term solutions.

I have spent many hours working with engineers, construction experts, municipal bodies, and regional partners to better understand our stormwater challenges and advocate for thoughtful, long-term solutions. As we plan for the future, I will continue pushing for responsible investments that protect residents, strengthen infrastructure, and ensure that no neighborhood in our village is left behind.

Advocates for long-term stormwater solutions and investments that protect residents and strengthen infrastructure.

- Advocates for long-term stormwater solutions and investments that protect residents and strengthen infrastructure.

Energy & the Environment

Krystal Howell’s

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