On June 1, Westchester County Executive George Latimer and Westchester County Clerk endorsed the Mount Vernon Democratic City Committee’s endorsed candidates: Darren Morton for Comptroller, Councilwoman Janice Duarte, Andre Wallace and Lauren Carter for City Council in this year’s Mount Vernon Primary elections on June 22.
Darren Morton’s well known commitment to accountability in government will promote a much-needed atmosphere of openness in the area of the city’s finances. Andre Wallace’s experience as a public service gives him the wisdom and insight to make the right decisions that will ensure our city’s economic success. Lauren Carter is ready to step up and lead the charge to make a dramatic change in the way Mount Vernon does business. Councilwoman Janice Duarte has always brought a sensitive and intelligent voice to city government that enables her to stand up to the special interests that have a hold on the community.
County Executive George Latimer said, “As a young man growing up in Mount Vernon, I know the potential for greatness this city possesses. This year on your ballot, you have a chance to vote for candidates who are committed to strive for that greatness. The party’s grassroots endorsed candidates will comprise a city council intent on working for the people, restore order to the comptroller’s role – a vital position in Mount Vernon’s day to day governing – and continue a fruitful partnership with our County Legislator on behalf of the people. These candidates have my full endorsement and I look forward to working with them to better our city.”
County Clerk Tim Idoni said, “Darren Morton, Councilwoman Janice Duarte, Andre Wallace and Lauren Carter are dedicated individuals committed to working for the people of Mount Vernon by staying in touch with both the needs and desires of the citizens and business owners of the city. Through their positive campaigning, meeting citizens and undertaking challenges, once elected they will serve as the people of Mount Vernon’s voice. Together they represent the full fabric of the city that is accomplished, ready to lead and completely committed to being effective partners in City government.
A slate of three democratic city council candidates are also running on June 22. They are: Danielle Brown, Cathlin Gleason, and Edward Poteat, are running on a Mt. Vernon Forward coaltion. And Derickson Lawrence is running for Mt. Vernon Comptroller.
