Alison Jolicoeur
Town Supervisor
Alison Jolicoeur serves as Town Supervisor of Putnam Valley, bringing a strong background in community leadership, environmental sustainability, and public service.
Supervisor Jolicoeur is the founder of Beacon of Light Wellness and has more than two decades of experience raising awareness around holistic health, community wellness, and resilience-focused initiatives. Since 2013, her work has emphasized preventative wellbeing and the understanding that the health of individuals directly impacts the strength and wellbeing of the community as a whole.
In 2016, Supervisor Jolicoeur founded Second Chance Foods, a Putnam County–based nonprofit dedicated to addressing food insecurity and reducing food waste through community partnerships and regional food recovery efforts. The organization has grown into a trusted local resource supporting residents in need while advancing sustainable food systems.
Supervisor Jolicoeur is a strong proponent of environmental stewardship, regenerative land-use practices, and policies that support local agriculture and food systems. She recognizes the importance of responsible planning, conservation, and infrastructure investment in maintaining the town’s natural resources and overall quality of life.
She holds a Permaculture Design Certificate from the Center for Bioregional Living, endorsed by the Permaculture Institute of America, which informs her approach to sustainable systems, land use, and long-term community planning.
As Town Supervisor, Alison Jolicoeur is committed to transparent governance, thoughtful economic development, environmental protection, and policies that strengthen infrastructure, support residents, and ensure Putnam Valley remains a healthy, resilient, and thriving community for generations to come.
E-Mail: ajolicoeur@putnamvalley.gov
Office: 845.526.2121
Meet the Team
Elaine McGinty
Chief of Staff
emcginty@putnamvalley.gov
Maria Angelico
Director of Finance
mangelico@putnamvalley.gov
Margaret DiRubba
Aide to the Town Board
mdirubba@putnamvalley.gov
Supervisor’s Appointments
About
Supervisor Jolicoeur announced
her appointments to committees
as follows:
2026 Appointments:
ELECTED OFFICIALS, APPOINTMENTS, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
Elected Officials, Appointments & Boards
Advisory Board on Architecture & Community Appearance:
- C.J. Brooks – T.B. Liaison
- Zachary Cosentino – Co-Chair (Member 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2027) (Co-Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Brian Cook – Co Chair (Member 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026) (Co-Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- George Kenna – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026)
- Kevin Molnar – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026)
- 1 OPEN SEAT
Board of Assessment Review:
- Christian Russo – T.B. Liaison
- Henry Lopez – Chair (Member 10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026) (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Tom Sawyer – Member (10/1/2023 – 9/30/2028)
- Philip Ammann – Member (10/1/2021 – 9/30/2026)
- Brian W. Buerkle – Member (10/1/2022 – 9/30/2027)
- Michael Moculski – Member (10/1/2024 – 9/30/2029
Commission for the Conservation of the Environment:
- Sherry Howard – T.B. Liaison
- Beth Gorman – Chair (Member 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2027) (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Michael Towle – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2027)
- Allison Hague – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026)
- Julie Ruben – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026)
- Kelly Weill – Member (4/16/2025 – 12/31/2026)
- Jeff Coren – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2027)
- 1 OPEN SEAT
Continental Village District Advisory Commission:
- Sherry Howard – T.B. Liaison, Member & Chair (1/1/2026 – 12/31/ 2026)
- Tara Shillingford – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
Parks & Recreation Commission:
- Sherry Howard – T.B. Liaison
- Pat Bellino – Chair (Member 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2029) (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Susan Manno – Member (1/1/2023 – 12/31/2027)
- Jeannie Denike – Member (3/19/2025 – 12/31/2028)
- Sam Oliverio – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2029)
- Henry Lopez – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2030)
- James Brazee – Ad-Hoc Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
Putnam Valley Planning Board:
- C.J. Brooks – T.B. Liaison
- Dale Phillips – Chair (Member 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2030) (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Tom Carano – Member (1/1/2022 – 12/31/2026)
- Mat Bruno – Member (1/1/2023 – 12/31/2027)
- Anthony Williams – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2029)
- Anthony Lombardo – Member (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2028)
- Patrick Lennon – Ad-Hoc Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
Putnam Valley Zoning Board of Appeals:
- C.J. Brooks – T.B. Liaison
- William Maskiell – Chair (Member 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2028) (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Peter Belefant – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2030)
- Robert Campo – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2029)
- Fred Finger – Member (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2028)
- Susan Caddo – Member (1/1/2022 – 12/31/2026)
- Jillian Irizarry – Ad-Hoc Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
Climate Smart Communities Task Force:
- C.J. Brooks – T.B. Liaison
- Allison Hague – Charter Member & Chair (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Charter Members: Ina Cholst, Jean McGee, Mike Priano, Christian Russo, Ralph Smith, Dave Spittal, Mike Towle & Abby Amunategui
Lake Oscawana Management Advisory Committee (LOMAC):
- Alison Jolicoeur – T.B. Liaison
- Alan Paley – Chair (Member 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2026) (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Dr. Ellen Friedman – Member (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2026)
- Steven David – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027)
- Judy Dronzek – Member (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2027)
- Jeff Coren – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2028)
- Jenie Fu – Member (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2026)
- Christina Imrich – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2028)
Roaring Brook Lake Preservation Committee:
- Alison Jolicoeur – T.B. Liaison
- Ina Cholst – Co-Chair (Member 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2026) (Co-Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Tom Gazzola – Co-Chair (Member 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2026) (Co-Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Roberta Coles – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027)
- Alfred Salanitro – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027)
- Abby O’Brien – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027)
- Mike Moculski – Member (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2026)
- John Groetch – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027)
- Sam Lee – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2028)
- John Grom – Member (1/1/2026-12/31/2028) – This member may not be re-appointed, I will let you know by early next week.
Putnam Valley Neighborhood Business Committee:
- C.J. Brooks – T.B. Liaison
- Lisa Montalto – Chair (Member 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026) (Chair 1/1/2026 – 12/31/2026)
- Maia Gilleo – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026)
- Dana Lopez – Member (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2026)
- Zac Zadrima – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2027)
- Stephanie Russo – Member (1/1/2026 – 12/31/2027)
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Contact Us
Office Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM | Monday through Friday
Phone: 845.526.2121 | Supervisor’s Cell: 845.685.6276 | Email: ajolicoeur@putnamvalley.gov
SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE
Office: 845.526.2121
265 Oscawana Lake Rd,
Putnam Valley, NY 10579
