It’s been almost 42 years that I’ve been a resident of Dutchess County. For most of my adult life, I’ve lived and worked in the Town of Hyde Park, retiring in 2005 after a 37 year career as an Elementary School Teacher in the Hyde Park School District. I am now completing my first two year term as County Legislator, representing District 7, the 3rd and 4th Wards of the Town of Hyde Park.

ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Rt 9G Corridor Committee

Member, Board of Directors Marist College Red Fox Club

CURRENT LEGISLATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

Vice Chairperson of the Budget, Finance and Personnel Standing Committee

Member of the Family and Human Services Standing Committee

Voting Member of the Board of Directors of the Dutchess County Industrial Development Agency (DCIDA)

Legislative Liaison to the Dutchess County Water Wastewater Authority (DCWWA)

Member of the Citizens' Advisory Committee for the Prevention of Domestic Abuse

The following is a short list of major issues the Legislature has concerned itself with during the past year and a half:

decreasing revenues from sales taxes and mortgage taxes

maintaining County infrastructure - roads, buildings, parks

maintaining services despite diminishing revenues

following good government practices

The continuation of a common sense approach to government is a major goal of mine. Working with all Legislators, regardless of affiliations, to promote resolutions that enhance the quality of life for Dutchess residents is an essential component of my political philosophy. I will continue to regularly communicate with constituents, maintaining my promise to keep County Government more transparent, accessible, responsible and responsive.

The County Legislature has acted upon many resolutions on differing topics during my first term. A brief listing of some of the major resolutions and my position on them follows.

Supported

Opposed

County-wide water well testing law Electrician's licensing law Social host law Scrap metal law Plastic bag recycling law Neighbor pesticide notification law Adopting the USS Roosevelt as the County's official warship Many Environmentally sensitive resolutions Open Space resolutions Energy efficiency resolutions The completion of the Dutchess Rail Trail system Support of the Walkway Over the Hudson Project The negotiated contract for Dutchess CC

County Executive's proposal to charge back Sheriff's Department road patrol services to the local municipalities County Executive's proposal to charge back Board of Election responsibilities to the local municipalities The land lease agreement with DCC for the construction of dormitories

To continue to maintain an open communication system and accessibility to all constituents as evidenced by holding two open public forums on county issues and mailing newsletters to all constituents To continue to respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner To maintain a positive working relationship with the Hyde Park Town Board To support improvements to County facilities, especially roads and bridges, within the Town To support those resolutions that will have a positive impact on Hyde Park in particular and the County in general To be available to assist community members in any way I can.

I can be reached at 845-229-9283 or dan55hpta@aol.com.

Thank you for taking the time to peruse this website. I believe that in maintaining the full partnership between the district's residents and me, their County Legislator, the positive direction that I have begun in my first term will be able to be continued. It is my pleasure and honor to serve you in the County Legislature and I respectfully request your continued support as I do so.

I am announcing my intention of seeking re-election as the District 7 representative to the Dutchess County Legislature. Therefore, if you are so inclined, checks may be made payable to “Friends of Dan Kuffner” in whatever amount you deem reasonable and mailed to:

Friends of Dan Kuffner
157 Roosevelt Rd.
Hyde Park, NY 12538

I truly appreciate your willingness to support my efforts to remain the Legislator from District 7 of the Dutchess County Legislature.

Please note that political donations are NOT tax deductible.

Thank You