First elected to the Town Board in 2013 and re-elected in 2017 and 2021, Kathee was sworn in as Town Supervisor in 2024. Before stepping into public service, she built a successful 30-year career in advertising, where she developed the leadership and problem-solving skills that now help her navigate the challenges of town government.
She has worked to ensure East Hampton is a place where everyone can build their lives and futures. She led the effort to secure New York State’s Pro-Housing Community designation, making East Hampton the first town on Long Island to receive this recognition. She has advanced major projects, including the Cantwell Court Affordable Housing Subdivision, the Route 114 Project, and the Green at Gardiner’s Point, providing stable homes for working families, seniors, and young professionals.
Kathee has also taken meaningful steps to protect East Hampton’s character. She led the town’s acquisition of the iconic 66 Main Street property in Wainscott, preventing overdevelopment and preserving its historic significance. She secured emergency funding for the Eastville Community Historical Society and supported key restoration efforts at historic cemeteries, recognizing the importance of preserving the town’s rich history.
She has also prioritized coastal resilience and environmental sustainability. She was key to securing $2.5 million in state funding for dune restoration at Ditch Plains, completing the FIMP Project in Montauk to rebuild eroded beaches, and advancing stormwater abatement projects to protect Georgica Pond. She continues to work alongside state and federal leaders to ensure that East Hampton remains at the forefront of sustainability efforts.
Beyond her work at Town Hall, Kathee is a wife, a mother, and an engaged member of the community. She and her husband, Joe, raised their two children, Burke and Nina, in East Hampton, and she understands firsthand the importance of ensuring the town remains a place where families can put down roots, seniors can age with dignity, and working people can thrive.
With the community’s support, she will continue working to build trust, ensure fairness, and make thoughtful decisions that strengthen East Hampton for generations to come.
KATHEE IS ENDORSED BY. . .
The Democratic Party
Working Families Party
Sierra Club
Eleanor’s Legacy
New York League of Conservation Voters
KATHEE GETS THINGS DONE
Community Character
- Securing NYS Pro-Housing Community status
- Creating affordable housing for local families
- Providing new recreational opportunities
- Adopting residential zoning laws to retain our sense of place
- Acquiring the iconic 66 Wainscott Main Street
Critical Infrastructure
- Supporting the Stony Brook East Hampton ER
- Improving road safety
- Obtaining emergency dredging of Montauk Inlet
- Improving wireless coverage gaps
Responsible Government
- Increasing efficiency with OpenGov
- Securing robust state investment
- Communicating directly with the public
- Supporting development and advancement of Town staff
