First City Council District

Councilmember Susan J. Skidmore

518 W. Third Street
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 732-8261
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When we speak of quality of life issues, it is more than just garbage and streets; it is affordable housing, good schools, great cultural events and a well run government that is responsive to its citizens. I am looking forward to continuing to represent constituents, not just from the first district, but for all of the City of Elmira and to carry on my commitment of community service to the Queen City and her residents by restoring service levels, reexamining code ordinances and enforcement and creating community pride that will support home ownership and families while increasing employment opportunities for our young.

My knowledge and experience of years of service to the community with the Elmira City School District will help us find that path and help pave the way for new beginnings between all stakeholders so we may achieve together the common goals we all seek. We recognize that we cannot be a strong community with status quo, we must work together to improve the business climate and quality of life.

Susan has been married for 35 years to her husband Arthur. She has a daughter, Emily, and a son, Eric. Emily and her husband Joel Coletta live in the city. Eric and his wife, Jenn Live in Chemung County and have three children, Seanna, Samara and Neil. Susan retired from Verizon in 1998 after 26 years in the Engineering and Construction Division. Susan currently works full time at Staples in Big Flats, New York as a department Specialist.

Susan currently is the media relations for the Verizon TelecomPioneers Lifetime Members and the Chairman of SAGE inc, the Student Advocate Group for Education

She has also served other organizations and received various awards including:

SCT/GST BCOES Board of Education
NYS School Boards Association Ambassador
NYS School Boards Association Legislative Liaison
EOP board and planning committee
2005 Recipient of the NYS Art Teachers Association for Advocacy for the Arts
Served on Elmira City School District Board of Education for 9 years serving for 3 years as the Vice-President and 6 years on Healthcare and 2 years on the Negotiating Committee
Past President for 5 years of the Verizon TelecomPioneers Elmira-Corning Life Member Club
Past President of the NYS Small Cities School Board Association
CompTia A+ Certified