TUCKAHOE - With a resounding total of more than one thousand votes, Tuckahoe Mayor Omayra Andino was re-elected Tuesday to a second term as leader of the Village.

   Andino, running on both the Democratic and Bipartisan ballot lines, garnered 55 percent of all those casting ballots in the mayoral race, defeating Republican Joseph “Scooter” Scott, 1,029-835.

   Democrat Joshua Gaccione was the top finisher in the race for two Trustee seats on Tuckahoe’s Village Board, getting nearly one-third of all votes. The electoral victory was the first for Gaccione, who was appointed last April to fill a vacant Board seat.

Chartered Financial Analyst, NYU MBA, and Tuckahoe neighbor Harmeet Goindi explains that Omayra, Darryl, and Josh are doing an excellent job with our Village’s finances.

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Omayra, Darryl and Josh show up.

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Mrs Lovely Billups has been a proud Tuckahoe resident since 1936

Dear neighbor,

Five years ago, I served as Chair at the ECAP Advisory Board. This was a most rewarding citizen-based experience. Our long-term goals were to obtain full rights and privileges for every citizen in Tuckahoe, and to advocate for those who need help.

We discovered that 95% of teenagers in the “target area” surrounding the ECAP building had never experienced a train ride to Grand Central Station … nor ventured out from there to experience the wonders of New York City (the greatest city in the world!). The ECAP Board got to work, launching plans for a Tuckahoe teen train trip to New York City. That was when newly elected Tuckahoe Village Board Trustee Omayra Andino jumped into action! Using her connections with not-for-profit organizations, she secured 15 tickets to the Broadway hit The Lion King. We were surprised, impressed, and inspired. Although the trip did not materialize due to other complications, Omayra Andino’s caring, expertise, and generosity, made an indelible impression on us. Personally, Omayra and I have become close and trusting friends.

I admire Omayra’s ability to get things done. She is a hard-working, dignified and focused leader.

Now, five years later, Trustee Andino is Mayor Andino. She is running for a second term in office and I am delighted! Nothing has changed since we met. Her leadership qualities are still quite evident. While out and about in Tuckahoe on a daily basis, I hear so many compliments about the good life and look of our Village. It makes me so proud to have lived here, and to have raised my children and grandchildren here. And I know that my hometown is still in good and capable hands.

Next, I would be remiss if I did not extend kudos to Trustee Darryl Taylor, son of the iconic Alma Lee and Mickey Taylor, longtime Tuckahoe homeowners, workers, and activists. Darryl’s quiet smile camouflages the intense character of a fighter for the good and benefit for every citizen in our beloved village. He is a husband, father, and a man of faith - perfect for our Village Board.

Last but not least, is what I know and admire about Josh Gaccione. He has a big smile and an equally big heart. Josh presents his service as a soldier in the United States Army by continuing active alliance with the American Legion and VFW. His service as a soldier is neither overstated nor braggadocious - just real and regal. For me (the teacher), his current position as educator at the college level who is focused on student support services is the icing on the cake. Go Josh! Tuckahoe is privileged to have you represent us as a Village trustee.

To sum it up, this is a heartfelt message from me to my fellow Tuckahoans. I am in total support and admiration of Omayra Andino, Darryl Taylor, and Josh Gaccione as candidates for Mayor and Village Trustee. I believe they are qualified and diligent, and will continue to get things done.

Sincerely,

Lovely H. Billups

Village resident since 1936

Early voting begins Saturday, October 28 and runs through Sunday, November 5.

You can cast your vote at the Eastchester Library on - 

Saturday, October 28, 2023 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, October 29, 2023 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday, October 30, 2023 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday, October 31, 2023 - noon to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday, November 2, 2023 - noon to 8 p.m.

Friday, November 3, 2023 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, November 4, 2023 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, November 5, 2023 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

State Senator Shelley Mayer endorses Mayor Omayra Andino, Trustee Darryl Taylor, and Trustee Josh Gaccione.

Vote for the Tuckahoe team on Row F, the Bipartisan line!

Westchester County Executive endorses Mayor Omayra Andino, Trustee Darryl Taylor, and Trustee Josh Gaccione. He encourages everyone to vote for the Tuckahoe team on Row F, the Bipartisan line!

Former Tuckahoe Trustee Clare Gorman shares why she is such a strong supporter of Omayra, Darryl and Josh - 

“Iron Man” stomped into the movies … an Illinois Democrat named Obama was striving for the presidential nomination … and I was proudly serving on Tuckahoe’s board.

That was all 15 years ago – and that’s also the last time we stepped back to take a big-picture look at what lies ahead for our Village. The Comprehensive Plan is like a Rosetta stone for our zoning and planning boards, but there hasn’t been a thorough update since 2008. 

Dear Neighbor,

I am writing to remind you that Tuckahoe’s Election Day is less than a month away. For the first tIme in its history, residents voted for the Village Board elections to be held in November.  

I’m on the ballot - along with Trustees Darryl Taylor and Josh Gaccione - and your vote on November 7th will allow us to keep working on YOUR behalf. 

Our collective experience on the Board – Darryl in law enforcement, Josh in the military and education, and mine as CEO of a $65M not-for-profit – equip us with the insights and skills to lead our community into the future. We’re proud of our achievements with the Village’s finances, infrastructure, public safety, legislation, and making Tuckahoe a desirable destination for residents, visitors, and businesses alike. 

We’re excited about doing even more together!

Life-long Tuckahoe resident Mrs. Emma Palmer shares why she is such a strong supporter of Mayor Andino and Trustees Darryl Taylor and Josh Gaccione.