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On Thursday, January 30th, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced his endorsement of County Executive Ken Jenkins in the special election scheduled for February 11, 2025. Jenkins, who has been serving as County Executive since January 6, 2025, following the resignation of George Latimer, is seeking to continue his leadership for the remainder of the term.

“I have had the privilege of knowing and working alongside Ken Jenkins for nearly 30 years,” said Mayor Spano who announced he will not run for Westchester County Executive in 2025 on Tuesday, November 12th. “His dedication to public service and his commitment to the residents of Westchester County and the City of Yonkers are unparalleled. Ken has consistently demonstrated strong leadership and a deep understanding of the issues that matter most to our communities. I am proud to endorse him for County Executive.”

Ken Jenkins has a long history of public service in Westchester County, including serving as Deputy County Executive from 2018 to 2025 and as Chair of the Westchester County Board of Legislators from 2010 to 2013. He has been instrumental in various initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for residents across the county.

“I am honored to receive Mayor Spano’s endorsement,” said Jenkins. “Our collaborative efforts have led to significant advancements in Yonkers and throughout Westchester County. Together, we have worked on projects that enhance economic development, public safety, and environmental sustainability. I look forward to continuing this partnership and serving the residents of Westchester County.”

The special election on February 11 will determine who will serve as County Executive for the remainder of George Latimer’s unexpired term, ending December 31, 2025. Early voting is available from February 1 through February 9 at designated locations throughout the county.

County Executive Ken Jenkins Westchester will face off with Republican challenger Christine Sculti in the special election.

For more information on early voting locations and hours, please visit the Westchester County Board of Elections website.

AJ Woodson
AJ Woodson
AJ Woodson is the Editor-In-Chief and co-owner of Black Westchester, Host & Producer of the People Before Politics Radio Show, An Author, Journalism Fellow (Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism), Rap Artist - one third of the legendary underground rap group JVC FORCE known for the single Strong Island, Radio Personality, Hip-Hop Historian, Documentarian, Activist, Criminal Justice Advocate and Freelance Journalist whose byline has appeared in several print publications and online sites including The Source, Vibe, the Village Voice, Upscale, Sonicnet.com, Launch.com, Rolling Out Newspaper, Daily Challenge Newspaper, Spiritual Minded Magazine, Word Up! Magazine, On The Go Magazine and several others. Follow me at Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/mrajwoodson.bsky.social and Spoutible https://spoutible.com/MrAJWoodson

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On Thursday, January 30th, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced his endorsement of County Executive Ken Jenkins in the special election scheduled for February 11, 2025. Jenkins, who has been serving as County Executive since January 6, 2025, following the resignation of George Latimer, is seeking to continue his leadership for the remainder of the term.

“I have had the privilege of knowing and working alongside Ken Jenkins for nearly 30 years,” said Mayor Spano who announced he will not run for Westchester County Executive in 2025 on Tuesday, November 12th. “His dedication to public service and his commitment to the residents of Westchester County and the City of Yonkers are unparalleled. Ken has consistently demonstrated strong leadership and a deep understanding of the issues that matter most to our communities. I am proud to endorse him for County Executive.”

Ken Jenkins has a long history of public service in Westchester County, including serving as Deputy County Executive from 2018 to 2025 and as Chair of the Westchester County Board of Legislators from 2010 to 2013. He has been instrumental in various initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for residents across the county.

“I am honored to receive Mayor Spano’s endorsement,” said Jenkins. “Our collaborative efforts have led to significant advancements in Yonkers and throughout Westchester County. Together, we have worked on projects that enhance economic development, public safety, and environmental sustainability. I look forward to continuing this partnership and serving the residents of Westchester County.”

The special election on February 11 will determine who will serve as County Executive for the remainder of George Latimer’s unexpired term, ending December 31, 2025. Early voting is available from February 1 through February 9 at designated locations throughout the county.

County Executive Ken Jenkins Westchester will face off with Republican challenger Christine Sculti in the special election.

For more information on early voting locations and hours, please visit the Westchester County Board of Elections website.

AJ Woodson
AJ Woodson
AJ Woodson is the Editor-In-Chief and co-owner of Black Westchester, Host & Producer of the People Before Politics Radio Show, An Author, Journalism Fellow (Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism), Rap Artist - one third of the legendary underground rap group JVC FORCE known for the single Strong Island, Radio Personality, Hip-Hop Historian, Documentarian, Activist, Criminal Justice Advocate and Freelance Journalist whose byline has appeared in several print publications and online sites including The Source, Vibe, the Village Voice, Upscale, Sonicnet.com, Launch.com, Rolling Out Newspaper, Daily Challenge Newspaper, Spiritual Minded Magazine, Word Up! Magazine, On The Go Magazine and several others. Follow me at Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/mrajwoodson.bsky.social and Spoutible https://spoutible.com/MrAJWoodson

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