“The act of governing should be consistent and free from drama — it is real work. Tim Rogers, a lifelong New Paltz native who is committed to leading on principles, not party-line, without the cult-of-personality-politics that distracts from executing the hard work of being a servant-leader. An example of his long-term vision, fiscal responsibility, and commitment to the environment is the multi-year, multi-grant-funded sewer pipe replacement project. How marvelous is that?”

“New Paltz has changed quite a bit and will likely change a whole lot more in the near future. It should be our hope to manage that change. I trust Tim to lead that charge. He listens intently, rattles off facts and figures to support both sides of any issue, and then listens some more. He cares deeply about how people feel, as well as what they want and need, especially when it comes to our community. Add the level of tenacity and resourcefulness he brought to his time at the village and I think we will be in pretty good hands as we navigate all that the future might throw our way. We would be hard-pressed to find someone who cares as much or is as determined to see us get it right.”

“If you speak to the people who work for the village alongside Tim, they’ll tell you that his commitment is unwavering and his ethic of care is bottomless. He takes his job so seriously and always considers all the information he can in order to continuously learn how to serve our community better…I’m excited for a potential village and town consolidation in order to live in a more streamlined community, and there is truly no one better to run it than Tim Rogers. As another Mr. Rogers once said: look for the helpers. I promise you won’t find someone more helpful than our Mr. Rogers. We’re lucky to have him.”

“We have lived, worked, owned a business, socialized, and volunteered in the New Paltz community for over 30 years. Throughout that time, we have known Tim as a trusted friend, fellow parent, avid bicyclist, dedicated athletic coach, and faithful community servant….Tim is the right choice to lead New Paltz into its next chapter. He is smart, capable, and well-versed in all the various intricacies that make up our community. And, he likes to keep our taxes low — something that I’m sure many can relate to in these precarious times.”

“He was easy to work with and respected the independence of the board even when it conflicted with his opinions. Mayor Rogers has a clear vision for the village and the greater town. I think we would be well served by having him lead the new, merged town.”

“We need people like Tim — equally as excited about the big things that make this place special as he is about the unseen details. I challenge you to find a mayor who has navigated the challenging grant landscape better than Tim has in regards to utilities, infrastructure and municipal well-being. He is tireless, transparent and, unfortunately ending this alliteration, effective in his actions and how he represents his constituents’ interests. I think the village is better for having him in the driver’s seat. I’m thrilled to vote for Tim for town supervisor at the Democratic primary on June 24. I think he’ll continue to help the combined town and village be proud of who we are, while still finding creative ways to make things flow more smoothly.”

“As a village resident, he is also my mayor, and I have seen firsthand his dedication and effectiveness. Mayor Rogers is smart, capable and results-driven. He has tackled challenges not only at the village level, but also across the town and county. His leadership has led to real progress: expanding housing options, constructing a firehouse that stands out for its innovative green design and energy efficiency and securing millions in grants to improve our water and sewer systems. He has enhanced walkability, invested in green infrastructure, planted trees and improved roadways — making our community safer, more resilient and more livable. Importantly, he has accomplished all of this without raising taxes. The role of town supervisor is demanding and nonstop. Mayor Rogers has proven he has the experience, vision and commitment to excel in it. We would be fortunate to have him in this role.”

“Tim’s desire to make government more efficient is evidenced in the campaign to consolidate village and town governments. I attended a recent consolidation presentation where Tim provided an overview of the process. He detailed what was known and, more importantly, encouraged attendees to ask tough, probing questions that assist the community in vetting the efficacy of consolidation. As the former police chief, I saw the inefficiencies of two governments firsthand. I do not know if consolidation is the answer, but I believe we have a responsibility to explore the option and applaud Tim’s efforts. Tim’s experience and leadership make him extremely qualified to be our next Town Supervisor, especially as our village and town governments explore consolidation. The Town Supervisor job is demanding, and one Tim is uniquely qualified to handle.”

“I’ve been extremely impressed with Tim’s savvy efforts when it comes to applying for state grants, low-interest loans, etc. to constantly improve local infrastructure. I actually look forward to reading Tim’s thoughtful explanations on planned municipal work and the history of local municipal infrastructure. It’s not exactly the most exciting of topics but extremely important to our quality of life, and when reading Tim’s write-ups, it’s clear that he has taken the time to research the necessary logistics, history and consult experts to make informed decisions. I am continually impressed with Tim’s leadership and thoughtful, practical approach to politics and his ability to continuously improve the quality of life in our community without substantial tax increases.”