Katy Cashen for Claverack Town Board

Katy Cashen

124 Roxbury Rd.
Claverack, NY
518-851-7678
kcashen@verizon.net

Dear Neighbor,

This year, two seats are available for the Claverack Town Board in the upcoming election on November 8th. I am asking that you consider electing me, Katy Cashen, to represent you for one of those seats.

I believe that we need our elected officials to listen to the people, put in the time and hard work that it takes to understand the issues, work with colleagues to find solutions and get the job done in a timely manner. The challenging economic times we are facing call for committed individuals who are willing to make some difficult decisions. We need individuals who will think independently and make thoughtful choices on behalf of all the citizens of Claverack. This is what I will stand for if I am elected.

I have deep roots in Claverack. I grew up here and know this town well. Like many of you, I care deeply about maintaining the unique qualities of our small town, while at the same time, creating a welcoming environment where businesses can grow and prosper and our citizens can find employment and support their families.

I have nearly three decades of experience working in the public sector and as a small business owner. I know how things get done in government, how to create a budget and stick to it, and how to listen to the needs of my clients. If elected, I will do the same for my constituents.

I have been a regular attendee of the Claverack Town Board meetings for years and serve on several town-appointed committees. As a result, I am very familiar with the issues facing the town and will be able to step right in and work with the rest of the Board to address the needs of the community. I also have flexibility in my work schedule which will allow me to be available and on-call for any town business.

I have the experience, time, and energy to devote to this job. I hope you will consider voting for me for Claverack Town Board on November 8, 2011. I promise I will work hard for all Claverack residents.

For further details, please see my website at www.KatyCashen.org.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or thoughts you would like to share. Thank you very much for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Katy Cashen

Katy Cashen for Claverack Town Board
I will work hard for you!

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My Experience at the Local Level:

• Town of Claverack Agricultural Advisory Committee Member
• Town of Claverack Communications Committee Member
• Columbia County Environmental Management Council Representative for Claverack
• Columbia County Agriculture Farmland Protection Board Member
• Board Member, Triform Camphill Community for developmentally disabled individuals

If Elected, I Will:

• Keep a watchful eye on all expenditures and make sure taxpayer dollars aren’t wasted.
• Promote efforts to bring Internet and Broadband access to all parts of the town.
• Work to identify new ways the town can better support existing small businesses and encourage new businesses.
• Work with fellow Board Members and the public to implement updated zoning regulations.
• Seek out ideas and suggestions from the public and other local officials on potential opportunities for increased coordination of services among nearby towns and villages.
• Promote the use of technology to complement the traditional means of distributing town information.
• Work with everyone on the Town Board to get things done quickly and efficiently.

Please visit my website: www.KatyCashen.org

Claverack Caucus Results

KATY CASHEN, SHAILER EVANS NOMINATED AT 
CLAVERACK DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS

(L-R) Kathleen Christiano, Shailer Evans, Katy Cashen, Ian Nitschke

The Claverack Democratic Caucus, held September 1, 2011 at AB Shaw firehouse, unanimously nominated Katy Cashen and Shailer Evans for the two open Town Board seats, and Kathleen Christiano and Ian Nitschke for the two open Assessor positions.

Katy Cashen was raised in Claverack on her family farm and is a Taconic Hills High School graduate. A small business owner, she is currently an active member of the town Agricultural Advisory Committee and the town Communications Committee. "I look forward to meeting residents in the coming months and listening to their views, as well as sharing my ideas and solutions to save taxpayer dollars in Claverack," said Cashen. For Katy’s campaign website, see: www.katycashen.org.

Shailer Evans is a retired schoolteacher from the Hudson City School District where he also served on the Board of Education. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran, plays baritone horn in the Ghent Band, and is an active member of the Hudson Fish and Game Club. He is also currently Chair of the Board of Directors of the Columbia-Greene Federal Credit Union. Evans said, “My vision of local government is basic: to do the most for the taxpayer at the least expense.”

Kathleen Christiano, candidate for Assessor, moved to Claverack from Ghent 10 years ago, where she served on the Ghent Zoning Board for 15 years.  She is a bookkeeper/management consultant by profession and owns her own small business for money and business management.  "My background in organizing, bookkeeping, land use and zoning give me a solid foundation to serve as Claverack Assessor," said Christiano.

Ian Nitschke, candidate for Assessor, is a member of the Claverack Historic Preservation Advisory Committee. He is retired from the New York State Department of Public Service and currently is an associate broker with Peggy Lampman Real Estate. Nitschke said, "The assessment process should be straightforward and one of the assessors' main goals should be to make it as easy as possible for taxpayers to understand their assessment."

Cashen and Evans to run for Claverack Town Board

The Claverack Democratic Executive Committee have unanimously endorsed Katy Cashen and Shailer (“Shelly”) Evans for the two open Town Board seats in the November election. Kathleen Christiano and Ian Nitschke were nominated for the two open Assessor positions in Claverack.

Cashen was raised in Claverack on their family farm and attended Taconic Hills High School. She is currently an active member of the town Agricultural Advisory Committee, the town Communications Committee, the Claverack representative on the Columbia County Environmental Management Council and was recently appointed to the Columbia County Agricultural Protection Board. Katy owns her own business, providing legislative and policy support to state governments, and also helps out where needed on the family vegetable and beef farm. “I’ve learned a great deal volunteering on several town and county committees and in the community, and I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and work hard on behalf of all of our town’s residents,” said Cashen.

Shelly Evans is a retired school teacher from the Hudson City School District where he also served on the Board of Education. Shelly is a U.S. Air Force veteran, has coached Little League and Babe Ruth baseball, and has served on the Claverack Planning Board. He is currently Chair of the Board of Directors of the Columbia-Greene Federal Credit Union. Shelly is also an active member of the Hudson Fish and Game Club and the Ghent Band, where he plays baritone horn. He and his wife, Bina, live on Perry Road in Claverack. Shelly says, “My vision of local government is basic: to do the most for the taxpayer at the least expense.”

Claverack Democratic Town Chair, Deborah Shakotko stated, “We in Claverack are extremely fortunate that committed citizens like Katy and Shelly have stepped forward to help lead the town. Both are well-informed and actively involved, and want to help in these very difficult economic times. Both have strong community support, and will support and encourage businesses while preserving the rural character of our town. ”

Kathie Christiano, candidate for Assessor, moved to Claverack from Ghent 10 years ago, where she served on the Ghent Zoning Board for 15 years.  She is a bookkeeper/management consultant by profession and owns her own small business for money and business management.  Kathie is running for assessor because she believes she can provide our residents with clear and simplified information they need to understand the assessment process. 

Ian Nitschke, candidate for Assessor, is a member of the Claverack Historic Preservation Advisory Committee and recently completed a grant submission on behalf of the town to restore the Shaw Bridge. He is retired from the New York State Department of Public Service and currently is an associate broker for Peggy Lampman Real Estate.

The Claverack Democrats will hold their Democratic Town Caucus on Thursday, September 1, 2011, at 7:00 P.M., at the AB Shaw Firehouse Upstairs Room, Route 9H, Claverack.