SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — Residents of the city of Southampton will soon be heading to the polls to elect local representatives.
The race is in the run-up to Election Day, which this year is Tuesday, November 7.
Patch asked those running for office to answer questions about their campaigns and will post candidate profiles in the days leading up to the election.
Longtime incumbent and Republican Theresa Kiernan faces Democratic candidate David Glazer to retain her position as Southampton Town Tax Collector.
Here is Theresa Kiernan's Patch candidate profile.
How old will you be by election day?
55
Does your campaign have a website?
https://shtowngop.com
What city or town do you live in?
Southampton
Which office are you looking for?
Tax Receiver
Party membership
Republicans and Conservatives
Education
In 1986 he graduated from Southampton High School. MBA in Economics Fordham University
What is your occupation?
Tax Collector since 2007.
Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
No one.
Have you ever held public office, either appointive or elective?
Elected Tax Commissioner in 2007.
Now we'd like to ask a few questions about why you're running for office and your general views on politics and government. First, why are you looking for this office?
I love my job and would be honored to continue
Please complete this statement: The most pressing issue facing my constituents is _____, and this is what I plan to do about it.
My office provides a very important service to the people of Southampton and I intend to continue to provide this service to the highest possible standard.
What are the main differences between you and other candidates seeking this position?
16 years of experience in the position.
What past achievements would you cite as proof that you can handle this job?
I have improved efficiency and was able to reduce staff from 7 to 2 full-time employees, resulting in significant cost savings. Optimal use of technology continues to be an important contributor to efficiency. However, we remain committed to personal attention and service to taxpayers, so I will not be converting to a phone registration — we continue to answer the phone directly.
What is the best advice someone has ever given you?
Listen a lot more than you talk.
Is there anything else you'd like voters to know about you and your positions?
I am grateful to go to work every day and provide services to my fellow citizens and would appreciate their support once again on Election Day.
