Elections & Voting
Local election information, candidate profiles, and voter resources for Penn Yan and Town of Milo residents.
Editorial: Candidates Should Publish Qualifications
Local government is operational. The Mayor and Village Trustees oversee budgets, contracts, utilities, and long-term capital decisions that affect taxpayers directly. We believe every candidate should publish a resume-style Qualifications Statement so voters can evaluate relevant credentials, leadership experience, and capital budget oversight in a comparable format. This is not partisan and it does not require private information — just job-relevant experience stated clearly. Transparency helps voters make informed decisions and strengthens public trust.
What These Offices Do
Mayor — Village of Penn Yan
The Mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the village, responsible for:
- Executive leadership and agenda-setting
- Administration oversight of village departments
- Signing ordinances and resolutions
- Representing the village externally
Village Trustees
Village Trustees serve on the Board of Trustees, responsible for:
- Adopting local laws and ordinances
- Approving annual budgets and tax rates
- Overseeing village departments and services
- Reviewing and approving contracts
Ask the Candidates
Submit your questions for the candidates. We'll send identical questions to all candidates and publish their responses here.
How This Works
- 1Visitors submit questions
- 2We publish the top questions (removing duplicates)
- 3We send identical questions to every candidate
- 4We publish responses verbatim with date received
Our Methodology
This Elections & Voting guide compiles information from public sources including candidate filings, public statements, campaign materials, and official government sources. Our goal is to provide neutral, factual information to help voters make informed decisions.
Sources We Use
- Yates County Board of Elections official documents
- Village of Penn Yan public records
- Candidate websites and campaign materials
- Public statements and media coverage
- FOIL requests and official responses
Corrections Policy
If you spot a factual error, contact us at contact@pennyancitizens.com. We review promptly and correct verified errors as quickly as possible.
Important Disclaimer
This guide compiles public sources; verify all election logistics (polling locations, registration deadlines, ballot content) with the official Yates County Board of Elections or Village of Penn Yan. Candidate lists may change — always check the official sample ballot before voting.