Westchester, Explained 20: What It Means To Be a Local Municipal Leader with Mayor Rika Levin

As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County and their impact on your family, your neighborhood and your future. Here we slow it down, dig in and bring in the people doing the work, and we explain not just what the County is doing, but why it matters.Because government should be clear. This is your County. And this is Westchester, Explained. In this episode, we sit down with Village of Ossining Mayor Rika Levin for a candid conversation about what it really means to serve as a local elected official in Westchester. From responding to resident concerns and leading through major challenges to balancing the demands of public service with a full-time career and family life, Mayor Levin offers an inside look at the responsibilities, rewards and realities of municipal leadership. We also explore how local government works, the role of a mayor, and why decisions made at the village level have such a meaningful impact on everyday life. Join us for an inside look at local leadership, public service and community -- and why it matters to Westchester residents.---Do you have feedback or a suggestion for a future podcast topic? Please let us know by emailing [email protected] and include Podcast in the subject line.For the latest news & updates visit the Westchester County Newsroom or follow us on social:  Instagram  |  Facebook  |  X (Twitter)  |  LinkedIn  |  YouTube