Highway Superintendent Shawn Keeler and the Town of Putnam Valley

It doesn't take long to realize Shawn Keeler is the right man for the job. Comfortable in his own skin, he exudes confidence as he tells of his journey to become highway superintendent. Born in 1976, Shawn grew up on Weegee Road, a private road the entire family used. Click for more...

Highway Superintendent Stephen Van Tassel and the Town of Canaan

Elected to office when he was just 24 years old, Stephen Van Tassel is New York State's youngest elected highway superintendent. While he views that fact as both an advantage and a challenge, it's clear that he brings a fresh perspective to the position. Click for more...

Highway Superintendent Andrew Busa and the Town of Sullivan

"I'm not scared to try things," said Andrew (Andy) J. Busa, highway superintendent since 2017 of the town of Sullivan, located in Madison County. "It's a little intimidating sometimes, but I love the challenge." Tackling challenges often saves the town money. Click for more...

Highway Superintendent Jason Sartori and the Town of Dover

For Jason Sartori it doesn't get any better than this. He loves his family. He loves the town where he has spent most of his life. He loves getting up every morning and doing his job as the highway superintendent of the town of Dover and he loves his parakeet, Peek. Click for more...

Highway Superintendent Joe Wasilewski and the Town of Lorraine

Although he came from the private sector, where he owned a residential construction business, Joe Wasilewski, highway superintendent of the town of Lorraine since 2018, understands that elected officials in the public sector work for the taxpayers. Click for more...

Editor's Notebook May 2024