Rebecca Kassay

Rebecca, a SUNY New Paltz graduate with a degree in Environmental Studies and Communications, is a multi-talented individual. She is a community organizer, small business owner of The Fox and Owl Inn B&B, and an elected official serving as a Village Trustee and Deputy Mayor. Rebecca's passion for environmental stewardship led her to create and direct a youth environmental volunteer program, working on various projects with nonprofits to preserve Long Island's natural heritage. Active in the business community, Rebecca holds memberships in Rotary and Chamber of Commerce organizations, enabling her to advocate for thriving Main Streets and address housing affordability issues in the region. During the 2020 pandemic, she spearheaded the Long Island Open Source Medical Supplies initiative, facilitating the creation and donation of over 40,000 pieces of PPE and comfort care items to essential workers with the help of hundreds of volunteers. Committed to responsive leadership and community involvement, Rebecca focuses on climate resilience and science-based solutions in her role as an elected official. Her campaign aims to amplify the voices and concerns of Long Islanders by advocating for practical, local experience in decision-making processes.