NY Assemblyman George Latimer

George Latimer, 54, is a resident of Rye, serving in his second term as State Assemblyman, representing Larchmont, Mamaroneck, and other Sound Shore communities in the 91st District.

He is a marketing executive with over 25 years of private sector experience, including assignments with subsidiaries of Nestle and ITT, and direct project experience with IBM, AT&T, and other major corporations. He holds a B.A. from Fordham University and an M.P.A. from New York University.

His public career includes a four-year term as a City Councilman in Rye and seven terms as Westchester County Legislator - including two terms as Chairman of the Board of Legislators. In 2004, he was elected to the Assembly with 69% of the vote; in 2006 he ran without opposition.

His public record includes significant support and sponsorship of legislation on the environment, crime prevention, open government and ethics, education support, programs for seniors and healthcare. During his tenure as County Board Chair (1998-2001), Westchester County property taxes were cut three straight years.

George is well-known for his hands-on representation, hosting local District Office Hours at area diners, and regularly appearing before the Larchmont and Mamaroneck Village Boards and the Mamaroneck Town Council to update local governments on state issues. He is credited for securing $1.2 million for flood remediation projects and helping to close a state funding gap for Mamaroneck Schools during 2008.