Clinton County Legislature Holds Reorganizational Meeting
Clinton County News Release
January 5, 2023 – Plattsburgh, NY – The Clinton County Legislature held its 2023 reorganizational meeting on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. The Legislature reappointed Legislator Mark Henry (R-Area 3, Chazy) as its Chairperson with a unanimous vote of 10-0. The Legislature also reappointed Robert Hall (D-Area 10, Plattsburgh) as Deputy Chair, which was also unanimously supported by the legislative body.
“Mark Henry has done an impeccable job leading the Clinton County Legislature through some of the most tumultuous times that we have ever experienced,” said Rob Timmons (R-Area 7- Peru.) “I am proud to have nominated him to continue to forge pathways and relationships that continue to benefit the residents of Clinton County.”
Rob Timmons was also elected Republican Leader of the Legislature, while Patty Waldron (D-Area 6, Saranac) was elected as the Democrat Leader of the Legislature.
“The Clinton County Legislature strives to provide a government that is right-sized and responsive to its’ constituents,” said Chairperson Mark Henry. “We will continue to prioritize economic growth for our region but do so in a holistic way that benefits everyone. When our economy grows, we are better positioned to help our seniors, our veterans, and our families and ensure that no individual is left outside the gates of prosperity. It has been my distinct honor to lead the legislature through these challenging years and I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues in a completely bipartisan fashion because when we work together, we get things done.”
“Mark Henry and I may be from different sides of the aisle, but the reason I serve as the Deputy Chairperson is because we take great pride in operating in a bilateral manner that serves the greater good,” said Deputy Chairperson Robert Hall. “I applaud Mark’s continued leadership and I look forward to continuing to work with him, and all my fellow Legislators, to provide common sense solutions that work within the framework of the responsible budget that we have built for 2023.”
Posted: January 5th, 2023 under County Government News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.