Anthony R. Martone ED-1
Tony is a lifelong Democrat who has lived in East Hampton for the past 40 years. He has spent a lifetime in education, teaching at the Suffolk Community College in Selden for 38 years. He has been an active political campaigner having worked on the Hillary Campaign in 2015 and the Kerrey Campaign in 1992. Tony also served on the East Hampton Democratic Committee in the early 2000’s, doing phone banking and door knocking. Although retired from teaching he is a frequent participant in the local protest rallies and has been a registered Democrat since 1987. Tony is compelled to return to the Democratic Committee in 2026 because the democratic ideals he has devoted his life to are presently under attack.
Pam Moss ED-1
Pam has lived in East Hampton for the past 40 years, for many years her husband Bob owned a local woodworking company, Accabonac Mountain Woodworking (he is also on the board of The Amagansett Historical Association). She and Bob have raised two children in East Hampton and have been involved in the community, through sports, education and activism. She has served on the board of the Greater East Hampton Education Foundation and the Rotary Club of East Hampton. She has also volunteered her time with several local organizations such as the East Hampton Library, Neo-Political Cowgirls and Hamptons Whodunit. She currently works as an account manager at Amaden Gay Agencies. She has been a registered Democrat since 1992.
Peter Ginna ED-2
Peter Ginna was born and raised in Sag Harbor, and has always maintained a home here even while working elsewhere. It has meant a lot to him to see his children shop on Main Street or visit the same local beaches where he learned to swim. Peter worked in book publishing in New York City for many years and is currently a freelance book editor and writer. He has been based on the East End full time since 2019. Since 2020 he has been a board member of Save Sag Harbor, the volunteer organization devoted to preserving the historic character, economic vitality, and environmental riches of Sag Harbor.
Michael Koegler ED-2
Michael Koegler has over 10 years of experience in politics on the east end, serving as Vice Chair of the East Hampton Democratic Committee and prior to that, serving 6 years on the Southampton Democratic Committee. As an active member of the EH Dems, Michael chaired a subcommittee on workforce housing, assisting Fred Thiele in the adoption of the Peconic Bay Region Community Housing Fund Act by east end voters in 2022. He is also chair of the Legislative Outreach Subcommittee, which liaises with our federal, state, and county representatives. As part of his work on this subcommittee, Michael produced a successful town hall event for Tommy John Schiavoni at LTV in Wainscott this past November. He also serves as campaign Treasurer for Suffolk County Legislator Ann Welker and is an integral part of her executive campaign committee. Michael has lived on the east end for over 12 years. He has one daughter attending Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs and two daughters currently in the Sag Harbor school system.
Aside from Michael’s involvement in local politics, he has spent the last 35 years working in financial services. Michael is the Managing Principal at Market Alpha Advisors, a firm specializing in market structure, financial technology, and data management. He has an undergraduate degree in Computer Science from the College of William & Mary and an MBA from Cornell’s Johnson Graduate School of Management. He is a Commodity Trading Advisor and holds series 24, 7, 63, and 3 licenses with FINRA and the NFA. He also holds a private pilot’s license.
Bob Wick ED-3
Robert Wick has been a registered Democrat in Amagansett for more than thirty years. He and his wife, Deborah, have been full-time Amagansett residents since 2008. He was a volunteer firefighter and EMT in his previous Westchester community. He is active with the East Hampton Trails Preservation Society helping to maintain our hiking trails. As a birder, he is active in the Montauk Circle Christmas Bird Count, the New York State Winter Waterfowl Count, and DEC nightjar bird studies. He is a Level One responder for the New York Marine Rescue Center Cold Stunned Turtle Project, patrolling and rescuing cold-stunned sea turtles. A former Coast Guard officer, he’s been sailing East Hampton waters for more than half a century.
He has two sons, one living in Portland, Oregon and one, married with two children living in Manhattan. He is the beginning of three generations on the East End.
Jim Lubetkin ED-3
“I’m a lifelong Democrat who, for the past ten years, has served on your Democratic Committee. I love Amagansett and I love living here. I support our Party’s efforts to protect the environment, serve our most vulnerable citizens and seek solutions to the severe shortage of affordable housing. Most importantly, I believe in our Party’s efforts to do what is inclusive and morally right; in these politically divisive times, nothing is more important.
My roots go back to New York City where I grew up. I received a bachelor’s degree from Oberlin College and master’s degrees in journalism and business administration from Columbia University, and went on to serve as an Army officer and was awarded the Bronze Star while serving in Vietnam.
Now retired following a career spanning more than forty years in healthcare and higher education, I have tried to give back to the community: every Monday morning since 2014 I’ve delivered meals to the homebound through East Hampton’s Meals on Wheels, where I’ve served as its President. I currently serve as adjutant in the local chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars; am an Election Inspector for the Suffolk County Board of Elections; and, with my wife, clean up a one-mile stretch of Amagansett roadway as part of the Town’s Adopt-a-Road program. I join others marching in East Hampton’s Pride Parade … and for the past ten years have cast aside humility to appear dressed as “Froggie” in the annual AmO’Gansett St. Patrick’s Day Parade. I strongly support the important work of Town Supervisor Kathee Burke-Gonzalez and our Town Board: in an imperfect world, Kathee and the Board have worked hard – very hard – to strengthen our already-strong community. And finally, this: I ask for your support on June 23 so that I can continue to serve as your representative on East Hampton’s Democratic Committee.”
Mary Busch ED-4
Mary Busch moved to the East End after retiring from a career in education working with children and adults and found a small house near the village of East Hampton. As a year-round resident she has volunteered in organizations such as LVIS, the Garden Club of East Hampton, the East Hampton Historical Society, the Village Preservation Society, community outreach at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and the very initial planning of the recently formed Town’s Latino Advisory Committee. All have in their mission the protection of the character, beauty and history of East Hampton as well as furthering the betterment of its residents.
Since returning as a member of the East Hampton Democratic Committee, Mary had the pleasure of meeting and greeting a new group of residents in Springs ED4 during the recent petition signing. Driving around ED4 the message was very clear from the residents. Everyone wanted our Town government to be transparent, listen to its residents and to be responsive to their economic, physical and safety concerns. Mary would like to be a part of helping to keep lines of communication open in both directions in order to accomplish this.
Loring Bolger ED-4
Loring Bolger rented, then bought, property in Springs in the early 1980’s as a weekend and summer retreat from City life. Around the turn of the century with kids grown and her business sold, she realized she was spending more and more time in Springs and less in her apartment. In 2004 she sold her apartment and replaced her tiny cottage with a family home. Slowly (or maybe not so slowly) she became involved in community life, joining the Springs Improvement Society’s Board then the Springs Citizens Advisory Committee where she has acted as Chair since 2014. She is an active member of the Accabonac Protection Committee and served on its Board for many years. She is also a founding Board member of the Arts Center at Duck Creek as well as a founding member of the Heart of Springs. She serves as liaison to the Town Board liaison to the Springs Historical Society. She works with the Springs School as a member of their Communications Committee. She also sits on the EH Property Management Committee. Loring joined the Democratic Committee as a representative of ED4 in 2018 along with her co-representative, Zachary Cohen.
Joe Gonzalez ED-5
“I have proudly called East Hampton home for almost 40 years. I’ve been happily married to my wife, Kathee Burke Gonzalez, for nearly 30 years, and I am a proud father to Nina and Burke. I am currently in my 40th year working as a bartender, a profession that has kept me closely connected to the community.
For over two decades, I’ve had a front row seat to Kathee’s public service. Bearing witness to her commitment to serving our community has motivated and inspired me to step forward and serve our community directly. I am seeking to represent East Hampton Town’s Election District 5.
I am committed to the fundamental values that make our community strong: preserving open space, expanding affordable housing, supporting our neighbors and improving infrastructure. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, walking, playing golf and cooking.”
Alyson D. Follenius ED-5
Alyson Follenius is a 14th generation Bonacker, a lifelong East Hampton resident, deeply rooted in the community she proudly serves. A member of the Democratic party since first registering to vote at eighteen, Alyson’s dedication to civic engagement and activism was shaped while pursuing her bachelor’s degree in biology and simultaneously protesting the war in Iraq. Her passion for community well-being continued during her graduate studies in Public Health at George Washington University, where she developed a clear understanding of how public policy directly impacts population health at both the local and national levels. Alyson returned home after graduate school where she continues to invest her time and energy into strengthening the community. Professionally, Alyson has worked as a health coach and spent several years with Project MOST, in part as a yoga instructor focused on social and emotional wellness. She has also dedicated more than two decades to teaching East Hampton’s youth to swim each summer, building confidence and safety skills while fostering lasting connections with local families. You’ll often find her telling her younger students that she is in fact a mermaid and lives in the ocean! Her love of teaching swimming also led her to volunteer with A Walk on Water, a surf therapy program for individuals with unique needs and their families. Alyson currently works for the East Hampton Town Trustees, a role which has provided insight into the inner workings of local government. Alyson serves as a representative for election district 5. Since joining the committee in April 2025, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to grassroots organizing, embracing the “boots on the ground” work as essential to a healthy democratic process. Alyson is the founder of the East Hampton chapter of Beacon for Democracy, a national 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to connecting, educating and mobilizing people from all backgrounds in support of a more compassionate democracy. In addition, Alyson serves on the Town of East Hampton, Latino Advisory Committee and is an active member of the People for Democracy EH, the local Indivisible chapter, which organizes community actions such as the recent No Kings demonstration. Alyson is also an advocate for catching quality R&R on the beach or stand-up paddling in the Crick. Alyson is proud of her deep Bonac roots. She is committed to her civic leadership and is excited to continue to advocate for her community.
Janelle Crumm ED-6
Janelle Crumm has been part of the Montauk community for decades, first coming here in 1988, purchasing her home in 2001, and making Montauk her full-time residence in 2019. Janelle has developed a deep connection to this community and a strong commitment to its future. Professionally, Janelle spent more than 30 years as an executive in the fashion industry, working with leading companies, including Adrienne Vittadini, Oscar de la Renta, and European brands. Locally, Janelle is an active volunteer at the Montauk food pantry, where she has seen firsthand the importance of community support. Janelle is running for Democratic committee member because she cares deeply about preserving the character of Montauk while ensuring that it remains a place where all residents can thrive. She wants to be a voice that listens, represents and works collaboratively to strengthen our community and serve ED 6.
Maureen Cahill ED-6
Maureen Cahill has been coming to Montauk since 1988 and became a full-time resident in 2016.
As a wife and mother of 5 children, she has been involved in the community in many different ways. Maureen has been a steadfast supporter of the Montauk Food Pantry, contributing her time and energy to ensure that neighbors in need are cared for. She has also served on the board of the Montauk Playhouse Community Center for the past 3 years & is a current board member. Through this experience Maureen has seen first-hand the needs of the local community. The Montauk Playhouse Community Center is a vital institution that serves all ages of our community. From day care, senior nutrition, swim instruction and cultural events. For nearly a decade, she has served on the East Hampton Democratic Committee.
The health, vitality and future of Montauk are causes Maureen holds close to her heart. She considers it a privilege to live in this remarkable place, and she looks forward to continuing to serve the community that means so much to her.
Abby Fleming ED-7
Abby Fleming moved to Wainscott with her late husband, Bill, their daughter Catharine and their faithful canine, Louie, in early 2000. Catharine went to the Wainscott School and continued on to East Hampton Middle/High schools. Abby currently is the music teacher at both Wainscott and Sagaponack Schools. She teaches private piano in her Wainscott studio and hosts a piano recital annually during strawberry season at the Wainscott Chapel. Abby also has a long standing reputable garden design/maintenance business. By living, working and being involved in the conservation of the farm land, waters, diversity of life and community, Abby is grateful for her deep connection to this idyllic place named Wainscott.
Jerry Butler ED-7
“I was born and lived in the city but I was lucky enough to have an aunt who saved her money for years to buy a small house in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Those summers gave me a feeling for New England. It was home away from home where my friends I grew up with were the kids of fishmen, lobstermen and farmers. The first time I saw East Hampton, Montauk and the point, I felt I was back in New England and of course I was, I just didn’t know it yet. I did know I was going to make East Hampton my home and we, my wife Leslie and I partially did that in 1992. Partially raised our twin children here and finally were able to move here permanently in 2017. I was in book publishing my whole life from the day I left college until….well, now. I’m a numbers and operations guy meaning I know how numbers work. I often tell people that numbers talk to me. In operations I managed everyone except the editors. I’ve been a member of the East Hampton/Sag Harbor Citizens Advisory Committee for five years, serving as the Chair for the last three. I am one of two representatives to ED7 better known as Wainscott to the EH Democratic Party. I supported their fight against turning the sand pit into a shopping center and fighting turning Wainscott into a Village raising everyone’s taxes just so a few wealthy people could stop the electric supply from the Windmills from coming ashore via their road. I think that’s what the Democratic Party is here to do. I’m proud to be a part of the Democrats of East Hampton.”
Jerry Mulligan ED-8
Jerry was introduced to East Hampton in 1972 and has been here ever since. He and his wife Jenny built their home on Hands Creek Road in 1978. Jenny was active with LVIS and ran the cake booth at the annual fair. She was also on the Board of the East Hampton Library and was co-chair of Authors Night.
Jerry practiced law for 45 years at the New York City based law firm Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle. After his retirement he moved full time to East Hampton and joined the Democratic Committee. He is active on the committee and held a variety of offices including Secretary, Treasurer, Vice Chairman and Chairman. Jerry was also heavily involved in the effort to bring South Fork Wind into existence. Jerry was one of the founding members of Win With Wind (“WWW”) which was organized by a group of local residents of East Hampton Town to provide the public with accurate information about wind energy and the proposed South Fork Wind Farm and its impact on the environment. WWW and its volunteers raised funds, held various events , attended public functions, published brochures, collected petitions, knocked on doors and attended all of the meetings the NYS Public Service Commission held at the East Hampton Town Hall. Today South Fork Wind Farm is the only fully operational commercial sized offshore wind farm in the US. It provides electricity to more than 70,000 homes and businesses on the South Fork.
Jerry represents election district 8, and after years of knocking on doors in ED 8, he has traveled throughout the district meeting his constituents and learning about their concerns and issues. Jerry looks forward to continuing his representation of ED 8 on the East Hampton Town Democratic Committee.
Juan Roldan ED-8
Juan Roldan, a mechanical engineer, left Ecuador in 200l at 25 years old to immigrate to the United States with his wife and child to find a better life and support his family. Twenty-five years later, his family has grown from three members to six and he is a successful small business owner. After apprenticing/working for a big landscaping company for seven years, Juan learned how to do everything from the ground up– sowing, seeding, harvesting and eventually decided to go into business for himself. Three years ago, Juan founded Majestic Gardens Landscaping Company. It is a family owned and operated business.
Juan was first introduced to politics in 2024 during John Avlon’s Congressional campaign for New York’s 1st District. After meeting John at a campaign event, Juan volunteered to help get out the vote by canvassing Spanish speaking voters in several neighborhoods in East Hampton. It was challenging but rewarding and led to Juan being appointed to represent East Hampton’s 8th election district in April 2025 to fill a vacancy there. As part of the Democratic Committee, he has enjoyed learning how democracy works from the bottom up. He has attended rallies, demonstrated, canvassed for Kathee Burke Gonzalez, a person he admires; and served on a sub-committee to produce an event with NY State Assemblyman, Tommy John Schiavoni at LTV. Juan is also an appointed member of East Hampton’s Latino Advisory Committee. In 2024 Juan proudly voted in his first American election and has called that experience, “One of the greatest pleasures of my life.”
Francis Bock ED-9
In a Town that has seen many changes, some may say extreme changes; Francis brings deep institutional and historical knowledge to the Democratic Committee. He understands our community is quickly evolving, and the need to carefully balance
these changes. The primary responsibility of the Committee is to identify and offer the best candidates to lead us through this evolution. Francis wants to continue representing you in that search.
Francis Bock is a life-long resident of East Hampton, residing in Springs with his wife Barbara, to whom he has been married 42 years.
Throughout his adult life, Francis has dedicated himself to community service. He spent 12 years as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 298, where he established a successful Program producing 5 Eagle Scouts. Having served 30+ years active duty, he is a retired member of the East Hampton Fire Department. Recently, Francis retired from the East Hampton Office of Housing and Community Development where he worked for 17
Years. Currently Francis is serving his seventh term as East Hampton Town Trustee, all but one year as the Board-elected Clerk (Chair person). He has been a Democratic Committee member since 2016, presently representing ED9.
Adam Hornbuckle ED-9
Born and raised in East Hampton’s Whalebone Woods, after graduating East Hampton High School in 2014 he attended Long Island University and graduated with a Bachelor in Political Science in 2018. Upon graduating, Adam began a career dedicated to public service that has included a nearly four year stint working for Democrat Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, a stint working for Congresswoman Kathleen Rice, and he now serves as the Long Island Regional Director for Senator Charles E. Schumer.
Adam has served on the East Hampton Democrats Campaign Committee since 2023, and was recently appointed to fill a vacancy on the Democratic Committee in February of this year. In his professional capacity, Adam has been recognized by publications such as City & State, and his Alma Mater of Long Island University for his contributions to Long Island families, universities and nonprofits.
Andy Harris ED-10
Andy has been a full-time resident of Montauk since 2003 and a US citizen and proud Democrat for 20 years. Originally from NZ where he graduated and practiced as a veterinarian he spent several years in senior management in the healthcare industry and is the co-owner of Stonecrop Wines. He has volunteered on several East Hampton Town committees including seven years as Chair of the EHT Property Management Committee where he helped ensure the restoration of Montauk’s Carol Morrison Park, Fort Pond House and Second House. He has also served on the board and executive committee of two Montauk non-profits, the Montauk Historical Society and Concerned Citizens of Montauk, and currently serves on the board of the Montauk Playhouse
Community Center Foundation. He has been a member of the Montauk Citizens Advisory Committee and volunteered at the Montauk Food Pantry for several years. He was East Hampton’s Democrat of the Year in 2013 for his work in “management and data analysis and modernizing the Committee’s capacity to reach out to the East Hampton electorate” ; he is also Vice Chair of the Democratic Committee.
Sally Richardson ED-10
Sally has been a full time resident of Montauk for the past 23 years, co-owner of Stonecrop Wines, a sculptor and longtime Montauk Food Pantry volunteer. Sally serves on the board of Music for Montauk, a 501(c) 3 non-profit providing free classical concerts to the Montauk community. For several years she has taught community exercise classes at the Montauk School as part of the Adult Education program and is also a spin instructor providing free community classes. She has been the curator of art exhibitions at both the Victor D’Amico Studio and the Montauk Playhouse Community Center and is an instructor at the Art Barge. She was elected to the Democratic Committee in 2018 and, with her background in graphic design, created the East Hampton Democratic Committee logo.