Here are the unofficial results of some of Westchester County’s most closely watched races. Yonkers Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy holds off all challengers, Danielle Browne becomes Mount Vernon’s Youngest City Court Judge, MV Comptroller Darren Morton wins re-election, and Councilman Justin Brasch wins primary for White Plains mayor.
Yonkers Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy emerges victorious in a hotly contested race. She defeats four opponents, Chuck Lesnick (1,406 votes), Mike Khader (1,965 votes), Peter Spano (708 votes), and Councilwoman Tasha Diaz (722 votes), to become the Democratic candidate for Yonkers City Council president in her bid for re-election in November with 38% of the vote (2,976 votes). Dean T. Politopoulos emerged victorious over Ronald Schutte (605 votes), vying to be the Republican candidate with 65% of the vote (1,596 votes). Collins and Politopoulos will face off with Angelique F. Lopez, who defeated Chuck Lesnick to appear on the Working Families Party line in November with 74% of the vote.
Danielle R. Browne, who made history as the youngest City Councilmember in Mount Vernon and, in 2023, became the youngest Council President and the fourth Black woman to hold the role, defeated Judge Peter Davis and will make history again as the Youngest Mount Vernon City Court Judge, with 60% of the vote (2,660 votes).
“There are many things that I could say about this election… but the most important thing is… Thank you, Mount Vernon! I love you and am grateful for your love and support,” Councilwoman Browne shared on Facebook.
Mount Vernon Comptroller Darren M. Morton won re-election, defeating challenger Benjamin A. Montgomery, receiving 63% of the vote (2,758 votes)
“Thank you to the voters of Mount Vernon for your overwhelming support in the Democratic Primary. I am honored to have the opportunity to be on the November ballot for a second term as comptroller. Together, we have made significant strides towards transparency, accountability, and fiscal stability in our city. I am committed to continuing this important work and ensuring that every dollar spent is a dollar well invested in our community,” Comptroller shared.
In the hotly contested Mount Vernon City Council race (3 seats open), Cathlin B. Gleason (2,222 votes), André D. Wallace (2,012 votes), and Cynthia Turnquest-Jones (1,930 votes) emerged victorious.
“Thank you, Mount Vernon Democrats, for continuing to believe in the work we’ve done together. As you already know, I firmly believe that only through partnership, commitment, and mutual understanding can Mount Vernon truly move forward in a way that benefits all of the people, all of the time. It is an honor to be considered your partner and a voice for the everyday citizen. Let’s keep working together to build the city we all deserve,” Gleason shared.
“I am deeply honored and incredibly grateful to have earned your confidence once again in this primary election. Winning this race is not just a personal milestone. It is a shared victory for all of us who believe in progress, equity, and community,” Wallace shared with Black Westchester. “To the residents who cast their votes, engaged in the process, and voiced their hopes for Mount Vernon’s future, thank you. Your belief in my leadership, not just this year but throughout every opportunity of my public service, has been the driving force behind our efforts. I take your trust seriously and carry it with humility and purpose.”
Councilman Justin C. Brasch defeats former Council President Nadine Hunt-Robinson in the Democratic primary for White Plains Mayor with 63% of the vote (1,803 votes). White Plains will have a new mayor for the first time since 2011, as Mayor Tom Roach is running for county clerk. Brasch will face Republican candidate Lenny Lolis in November.
“I’m feeling terrific. You work really hard in these campaigns, around the clock, and it’s great when you’re victorious and you can pursue your dreams to make the world a better place,” says Brasch.
Thomas H. Drake defeated Morgen L. Fleisig in the Hastings Village Mayor race, receiving 60% of the vote (1,079 votes). Councilwoman Corazon Pinada-Issac defeated challenger Alberto Velazquez in her bid for re-election in Yonkers District 2, with 69% of the vote (699 votes).
The election results are from the Westchester County Board of Elections website and are only the unofficial tally of election results prepared in accordance with Section 9-126 of the New York State Election Law. Due to multiple transcriptions of voting machine numbers involved in preparing the unofficial tally, all results are subject to error. Furthermore, in accordance with Section 8-142 of the New York State Election Law, some of the absentee votes may not be available for inclusion in the unofficial tally.
Note: These are the unofficial results as of today. However, please be advised that these are subject to change, and there will be no final certifications until sometime in July.
Stay Tuned To Black Westchester and refresh this page as we will be updating as the results come in. To see all Westchester County Election results, go to the Board of Elections website.
No spell check thank u for being my go to for local politics. When I see the low turn out for very important primary elections I shake my head but I voted and. Thanks to u I found out the results I’d tell my students people died so that we could vote. Yours Jon nardelli
Thank you for making Black Westchester your go to for local politics
AMEN…my 102 year old Great Grandmother Rosa from Camden SC stood on long lines, being hosed down with water, life threatened, so I could vote. The only way I wouldn’t vote 🗳️ is if I was in life support!!!!!