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WPCNR CAMPAIGN 2020. By John F. Bailey. June 23, 2020:

Candidates for the local 93rd New York Assembly District are telling WPCNR that results tonight in the 5 way race between Kristen Browde, Christropher Burdick, Mark Jaffe, Alex Roithmayr and Jeremiah Frie-Pearson may come down to past the wire, because an all time record of absentee ballots in Westchester have been issued. One candidate says 27,000 absentee ballots have been issued, 5,000 in the 93rd district.

The upshot is that if the top vote getters in the 93rd district are tightly bunched, the absentee ballots will determine the outcome.

It may take to early July to count them all, one candidate says, another more familiar with the process, says a final result may not be conclusion until the end of July.

The law requires that absentee ballots postmarked by or on the primary date are valid and law requires absentee ballots have to be held for 10 days after the election date to assure all absentee ballots are in.

One candidate told WPCNR the Board of Elections may be overwhelmed with not one, but three close races, not only the 93rd district is a competitive field, but the 17th Congressional District is hotly contested. At this time it is unclear who the absentee inspectors are for each candidate, or if they have even been chosen or not.

Since Governor Andrew M. Cuomo postponed the primary to June 15, to avert spreading of the coronavirus at polling places (Westchester has only three for this election, The White Plains Board of Elections, White Plains High School and North Castle Community Center), a record number of absentee ballots were requested.

Since all three contests–Westchester District Attorney, the 93rd District and the 17th Congressional District are on the same ballot, could an absentee ballot be thrown out once and invalidated for all contests? Or does each absentee ballot have to be vetted by representatives for the candidates in each contest? Who is the ballot decider. Is there a higher authority?

So unless the candidates already have their legal inspectors lined up already, they better find them.

One candidate told WPCNR many persons as of the weekend had not sent their absentee ballots in yet. Another said the Board of Elections may be overwelmed by the sheer number of ballots sent out.

Another point: Perhaps you should have a different ballot for for each race in the future when there are multiple races with multiple candidates.

The White Plains Board of Education managed to count approximately 6,000 votes in one night last week. So the Board of Elections should be able to take this challenge in stride.

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WPCNR CAMPAIGN 2020. fROM THE MAYOR’S OFFICE. JUNE 23, 2020:

TODAY is Primary Election Day in Westchester County. Due to the pandemic the number of polling places has been reduced to three, the Westchester County Board of Elections, the North Castle Community Center, and White Plains High School. (Editor’s Note: There are three nominating contests: the 17th Congressional District, the 93rd Assembly District, and Westchester District Attorney, located on the back of your ballot. The Democratic Presidential Primary is on the front of the ballot.)

If you are uncertain where to vote, call the Board of Elections at (914) 995-5700 or visit the Board’s website at: citizenparticipation.westchestergov.com.  

You may determine your polling place by entering your residence address. Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Remember to wear your mask!

The most recent data provided by the county Monday indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,809.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 53. The County’s “active” number is based on positive cases over the last 2 weeks. The number of new cases each day remains very low.

 Today, Tuesday, June 23rd, Westchester County enters Phase 3 of the reopening process. In this phase, restaurants and food service establishments may open for indoor dining with restrictions, and personal care services, including nail salons, spas, and massage therapy, may also open with restrictions.

Pools Open July 1

Both Kittrell and Gardella pools will open for residents only on July 1st. Reservations will be required, as will a pool pass. Check cityofwhiteplains.com, for more information.

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WPCNR’S PROGRAM “PEOPLE TO BE HEARD” interviewed all five Democratic primary candidates for the 93rd New York Assembly Candidates back in March and early April.

The last two candidates were interviewed in the last two weeks you can see their interviews on wwwwpcommunitymedia.org.

In order for the first three interviewees to comment on the coronavirus situation and challenges and how the first three candidates would handle them, WPCNR has interviewed the first three interviewees centering on the new coronavirus situation that is challenging the state.

The THIRD of those interviews was conducted in White Plains NY USA early this Sunday morning with ALEX ROITHMAYR. The primary is Tuesday, March 23. Here is that interview with Mr. Roithmayr:

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WPCNR’S PROGRAM “PEOPLE TO BE HEARD” interviewed all five Democratic primary candidates for the 93rd New York Assembly Candidates back in March and early April. The last two candidates were interviewed in the last two weeks. In order for the first three interviewees to comment on the coronavirus situation and challenges and how the first three candidates would handle them, WPCNR is scheduling the the first three interviewees for interviews centering on the new coronavirus situation that is challenging the state. The first of those interviews conducted Friday features Jeremiah Frie-Pearson at his office. The primary is Tuesday, March 23. Here is that interview.

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News Flash

City of White Plains News

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 18, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,801.

The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 59. The County’s “active” number is based on positive cases over the last 2 weeks. The number of new cases each day is very low, none were reported today.

While the data in White Plains and in the county as a whole continue to be positive it is essential that people remember to wear their masks inside public establishments and when they are likely to be within 6 feet of others when outside. Recent studies have confirmed that the wearing of masks is effective in reducing the spread of the virus and may prove vital in preventing a second wave of illness. Please continue to wear your masks; it’s a sign of respect for others. Remember: I wear my mask to protect you, and you wear your mask to protect me.

This Tuesday, June 23rd is a Primary Election Day in Westchester County. For those who are eligible to vote, in-person voting will be offered at the Westchester County Board of Elections on 25 Quarropas Street and White Plains High School from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM at both locations. If you are uncertain where to vote, call the Board of Elections at (914) 995-5700.

Early voting for the June 23rd Primary has also started. The early voting location in White Plains is the County Board of Elections. Early voting hours are:

Friday, June 19th: 8 am to 4 pm

Saturday, June 20th: 12 pm to 5 pm

Sunday, June 21st: 12 pm to 5 pm

Our next call is scheduled for Monday. Until then, we are standing together by staying apart.