Letter from Danny Lapin, Andrew Stammel, Nora Mendez, Adrienne Martini, Jill Basile and Clark Oliver

Rivera Is the Right Choice

As current and former elected officials, we believe there are four key qualities that public servants embody: know-how, passion, integrity, and transparency. Over the course of this election cycle, one candidate for Oneonta town supervisor has embodied these traits: Will Rivera.

Mr. Rivera possesses the skill to govern. He led successful advocacy efforts against the proposed AI-powered hydroponics facility and the demolition and rezoning of the Emmons Farmhouse Restaurant. He is committed to investing in the town’s infrastructure while prioritizing financial prudence. Notably, Mr. Rivera is committed to updating the town’s bedrock planning and zoning documents.

Mr. Rivera is truly passionate about Oneonta. Through countless conversations with his neighbors all over the town, he has built meaningful connections with his future constituents. His willingness to meet people where they are to build trust regardless of political affiliation, background or belief system demonstrates a true passion for public service.

Mr. Rivera has made a career out of representing those in need. He has built coalitions at the state and national level to help victims of sexual and domestic violence. His commitment to his cause requires a tremendous amount of integrity to meet people at their most vulnerable and help them get back on their feet.

Mr. Rivera plans to cultivate the trust of his constituents by pursuing an administration of radical transparency. Mr. Rivera will create a community board to work on quality of life issues, constituent services, and to create a space for the open exchange of ideas. He will use 21st-century technology to stream meetings, upload documents and ensure the people have a true voice in town hall.

In local elections, every vote counts. We ask that you join us and support Mr. Rivera starting on October 25 with the beginning of early voting.
Respectfully submitted,

Danny Lapin
former Otsego County Representative District 13 (City of Oneonta Wards 5&6)
Andrew Stammel
former Otsego County Representative District 4 (Town of Oneonta) and Deputy Oneonta Town Supervisor
Nora Mendez
Otsego County Representative District 11 (City of Oneonta Wards 1&2)
Adrienne Martini
Otsego County Representative District 12 (City of Oneonta Wards 3&4)
Jill Basile
Otsego County Representative District 14 (City of Oneonta Wards 7&8)
Clark Oliver
former Otsego County Representative District 11 (City of Oneonta Wards 1&2)