BLACK WESTCHESTER MAGAZINE ENDORSES MATT EVANS FOR VILLAGE OF ELMSFORD MAYOR.
Fourth-generation Elmsforddian and current Village Trustee Matt Evans is attempting to make history in 30 days as the first Black Mayor in the Village of Elmsford. Even though he announced his candidacy back in June of 2024, Black Westchester decided to spotlight the candidate for Black History Month as he runs in the Tuesday, March 18th Village Election.
Evans plans to replace Robert Williams who has been mayor of the Village of Elmsford since 2003.
“Elmsford’s diversity isn’t simply our strength—it’s our superpower,” said Matt Evans. “My vision is to harness this unique energy to create a village where innovation meets tradition, where every resident, from our longest-standing families to our newest neighbors, has a voice in shaping our future. Together, we’ll build an Elmsford that doesn’t just grow, but thrives.”
if elected as Mayor, Evans pledges to bring ethical, transparent, and forward-thinking leadership to the village. His platform focuses on initiatives that will allow all residents to prosper, fostering a community that everyone can be proud to call home.
“The Elmsford I know is a powerhouse of potential,” Evans stated. “As Mayor, I’ll bring the dynamic, transparent leadership our village deserves, transforming challenges into opportunities. This isn’t only about the next four years—it’s about laying the foundation for generations to come.”
In mid-December, the Elmsford Democratic Village Committee officially endorsed Matt Evans for Mayor.
“Humbled and honored to announce that last night, I was chosen as the Democratic nominee for Elmsford Mayor!,” Evans shared after winning the nomination. “Thank you to everyone who came out to support our vision for Elmsford’s future. This nomination is a sign that Elmsford is ready to turn the page on years of “business as usual” and a lack of leadership and progress and embrace an Elmsford focused on solutions, opportunity, and truly listening to residents.”
Lloyd Richards Jr., Chairperson of the Elmsford Democratic Village Committee shared with Black Westchester why they chose to endorse Evans.
“Matt Evans represents the kind of forward-thinking leadership our village needs right now,” Lloyd shared. “Throughout his interview with our committee, he demonstrated not just a clear understanding of the challenges we face, but practical, innovative solutions to address them. His vision for Elmsford’s future is both ambitious and achievable.”
Evans has also received endorsements from Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, who said “Matt Evans is a dedicated public servant who truly leads with the interest of Elmsford families at heart,” Greenburgh District Leader Tasha Young who shared, “In a Mayor, we need someone with a clear vision, institutional knowledge, and strong relationships with those in power, matt evans embodies all three,” County Legislator and Majority Leader of the BOL, Tyrae Woodson-Samuels who said, “Matt Evans represents exactly what local government needs – a dynamic leader who understands both policy and people,” Greenburgh Councilwoman Joy Haber who shared “Matt Evans represents the next generation of leadership that Elmsford needs, and the Hispanic Democrats of Westchester, just to name a few.
Black Westchester Magazine joins the aforementioned in endorsing Matt Evans for Village of Elmsford Mayor. “Matt Evans represents the new blood we need in local politics. Most often antiquated career politicians who we elect to do our bidding no longer do any of it; they have staff and secretaries who do all the work and then give the politicians themselves whatever they believe is relevant to address. The simple truth is that they have, through their childish tit-for-tat party politics, created the apathy that shows clearly when even a poor TV program can get higher attendance than the voting booths. We encourage all registered voters in Elmsford to vote for Matt Evans who represents much-needed change.”
So exactly who is Matt Evans? He has been a Trustee for the Village of Elmsford in Westchester County, New York since July 2020. He is also a Westchester County Democratic Committee Member for Election District 28. In 2022, Matt was appointed by County Executive George Latimer and approved by the Board of Legislators as a member of the Westchester County Youth Advisory Board. He is the Village Board Liaison to the Highway and Sanitation Department, Elmsford Public Schools, Recreation Department, Sustainable Westchester, and Climate Smart Communities Task Force. He has authored resolutions and village laws on issues ranging from climate change and sustainability to transparency in government. Among many things, Matt led the effort to establish a full Recreation Department, ensured funding to secure body cameras for village law enforcement, and is spearheading the development of a Comprehensive Plan to guide the village’s decision-making into the future.
A fourth-generation lifelong Elmsfordian, Matt started in public service at the age of 19 when he was elected to the Elmsford Board of Education where he served for three terms, rising to both Vice President and President, from 2007- 2016. Additionally, Matt served on the Westchester-Putnam School Boards Association Board of Directors and was the Area 10 Director for The Caucus of Black School Board Members. He is a former 10+ year camp director and high school baseball coach and spent over six years in the classroom working with both general education and special education students in grades 2-8. Having previously worked across the NYC metro area as a Community School Director, Director of Client Relations, and Community Action & Responsive Engagement Coordinator, Matt is currently the Community Partnership Director for a nonprofit organization in Dutchess County that leverages the collective impact framework to foster a comprehensive cradle-to-career continuum.
Matt is trained or certified in PBIS, TCIS, Restorative Practice, and Youth Mental Health First Aid. He is a graduate of Alexander Hamilton Jr./Sr. High School in Elmsford with an Advanced Regents Diploma and Empire State College with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development. A member of Pi Alpha Alpha, the Global Honor Society for Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Matt received his Master’s in Public Administration & Policy from American University. Matt and his wife Jen, along with their cat Newton, are proud to call Elmsford home.
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