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department with several hundred employees?
Zurlo: I am the only candidate for Saratoga County Sheriff who has the working knowledge and experience of working with all aspects of the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office. In fact, I have more than 30 years’ experience working directly with corrections, communications, road patrol and civil. This experience has led me being the only candidate to be endorsed by the top law enforcement unions including the Saratoga County Deputy Benevolent Association, the New York State Law Enforcement Officers UnionCouncil 82 and the New York State Deputies Association.
Q: What is the biggest difference between you and your opponent? Zurlo: My service as a Town Judge in Stillwater and more than 30 years of policing experience protecting the streets of Saratoga County as a dedicated law-enforcement professional where I proudly served as a Sergeant, Lieutenant and Senior Criminal Investigator separates me from my opponent. My vast experience handling arson, burglary and homicide cases, on top of managing department resources and having a firm understanding all aspects of running the Sheriff ’s Office makes me the most qualified candidate to become the next Sheriff of Saratoga County.
Gildersleeve from page 1 work to educate our youth on the dangers of drugs. That’s why I’ve announced I will bring back an updated DARE program for our kids in Saratoga County schools.
Q: What makes you qualified to lead a multimillion-dollar department with several hundred employees? Gildersleeve: The diversified experience I’ve earned working for a multitude of well-respected organizations, from my beginnings as a United States Marine to today as a Warren County Sheriff ’s investigator and everything in between. I’ve learned firsthand the best and most effective ways to manage a department and will be fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars while planning long-term for the future.
Q: What is the biggest thing between you and your opponent? Gildersleeve: My leadership abilities; being the most qualified and experienced Republican candidate running for Saratoga County Sheriff, as a United States Marine, retired New York State Trooper, DEA Drug Task Force Supervisor and current investigator with the Warren County Sheriff ’s Office. This diversified experience will allow for an effective administration as the Saratoga County Sheriff with new perspectives on how to upgrade and improve the Sheriff ’s office.
Malta Each candidate for Town Supervisor was asked the following three questions: Q1: What is your vision for the town to look like five years from now? Q2: How do you feel about the explosion of growth in Malta? Q3: How do you think the new form-based zoning code has/ will affect Malta’s downtown area?
Paul Sausville
A1: A great future is in store for Malta: 1) A new and modern Round Lake Road will be constructed to solve existing traffic problems; 2) GlobalFoundries will be building Fab 8.2 that will create 21st Century jobs for our children and grandchildren; 3) Brown’s Beach will be restored for Malta’s residents; 4) The Hudson Valley/Malta TECH SMART campus will expand to educate future high-tech workers; The Round Lake Preserve will be constructed and have a new canoe launch; 5) Finally, the Village of Round Lake will remain the quaint little village that it is intended to be. A2: I believe we can have great job and cultural growth that is the promise of GlobalFoundries and still retain our quality of life. However, not all growth is beneficial. Some projects will degrade our “sense of place” and erode the small town feel of Malta. Some will increase the Northway commuter traffic and create highway congestion. Some will consume valuable land and resources that could be used for a higher purpose in the future. And some may create unintended financial impacts and shift costs to other taxpayers of the town, schools and County government. When it comes to decision about future projects and growth, we need to understand full impacts, costs and benefits. See remaining answers online at saratogaTODAYonline.com
Peter Klotz
A1: Five years from now we will have the additional jobs and related intersection improvements related to the recently passed Global Foundries amendment. We will also be on our way to the construction of Northway exit 11-A to meet the transportation needs of the rest of the Luther Forest
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Technology Campus. We will also have a combined central fire station providing even better fire protection for our town. More commercial businesses in the central part of town will be contributing to the local taxes. We will also have a more consistent articulation of the vision for a carefully planned, central, pedestrian friendly commercial district that also preserves the more rural, open outlying areas. A2: I feel excited! Many places in the state and in the country are not as fortunate as we are. Many places would not be as well prepared as we are. Growth was anticipated in our Master Plan. The rate of growth is faster than anticipated. The Comprehensive Master Plan, Zoning and land use planning are basically still sound concepts that do need revisiting and fine tuning, but being proactive years ago has put us in a good position to deal with the growth we are now experiencing. We cannot stop growth. We can continue to shape it according to the surveys, focus groups, and workshops that have helped define our vision for Malta’s future. Being sensitive to and aware of the growth is important. There is no need to overreact or panic and suddenly try to revamp our plan midway through its implementation. See remaining answers online at saratogaTODAYonline.com
Each candidate for Town Justice was asked the following three questions: Q1:What would you say qualifies you for the position of Town Justice? Q2: What is your motivation for running for this office? Q3: What can you bring to the position that you don’t thank is already there?
Steve Gottman
A1: I have the training, education and experience to handle the matters that come before the court. In law school and in practice, attorneys are trained in the law, including identifying issues, researching the law and making decisions that affect substantial rights. As an attorney, I have handled traffic tickets, misdemeanors, small claims, evictions and other matters in Town, Village and City Courts throughout the area. These are the matters that Town Justices handle on regular basis. In addition, a Town Justice is required to run the court efficiently and properly. Malta Town Court is the second busiest
court in the county with revenue over $800,000 per year. As a small business owner, I have experience managing a business, understand challenges of Court Administration, and have the flexibility to set my schedule to meet the important demands of this part-time position. A2: As an attorney and student of the law, I greatly respect the Judiciary and the rule of law. An independent and impartial judiciary is crucial to the proper enforcement of the law and the protection of individual rights. Serving as a Judge or Justice is the highest calling of my profession. I would be honored and humbled to serve as Town Justice. In addition, I believe Malta is great place to live, work and raise a family, in large part because of the people who serve the Community. As an attorney, the Town Justice is a great way for me to serve, as I can bring my years of education, training and experience to the Court. See remaining answers online at saratogaTODAYonline.com
Ellwood “Woody” Sloat, Jr. A1: I have 35 years of experience working with the Town Justice system. The Justice court handles traffic tickets, minor criminal offenses and small claims up to $3,000. Throughout my career I worked with the courts on a daily basis and as the State Police Director of Training, it was my responsibility to ensure that all of our personnel had an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the laws and procedures specific to this court. Small claims and evictions were matters that the citizens needed to be advised on and our troopers receive extensive training in order to do that. Availability is also a critical qualification . I am retired and can fulfill the 24/7 availability requirement without delay. A2: I reached age 60 in 2012 and entered mandatory retirement last December. I am still very energetic and have a tremendous desire to continue working in the criminal justice system and contribute to our local community. I feel like it is a natural progression of my life and career to take this next step into the justice court system. I have dedicated my time in the past to raising my two daughters. They are now mature adults, and I can focus all of my passion and energies into the justice court. I have a wealth of experience to offer and the town needs a full time justice who does not have a young family or employment conflicts. See remaining answers online at saratogaTODAYonline.com