Friday, November 8, 2013

Thank You For Your Support


I would like to thank all of the 574 people who voted for me in the Hudson Mayor's race. It was because of you that I won in three of Hudson's five Wards, the 1st, 2nd and 3rd along with a virtual tie in the 4th. 

But it was not enough to overcome the vote for my opponent in the 5th Ward. 

I brought up the issues that I think would help make Hudson a better place for all of its citizens. I am proud of the race I ran and happy for all of the amazing people I met and new friends I made on the campaign trail.

I remain committed to those issues and will continue working for smarter, better, greener and more inclusive solutions for all of Hudson. 

A group of us will be discussing ideas on how to have greater success in two years. If you would like to participate in those discussions, feel free to contact us at betterforhudson@gmail.com.

My sincerest thanks to all of the volunteers, contributors and supporters who helped us get as far as we did this time. 

Onward for Hudson!

Victor Mendolia

Saturday, November 2, 2013

Compare The Plans

During the campaign for Mayor in Hudson this year, the voters were denied the chance to compare the candidates positions at a debate. So we are left to compare what is out there. It's like comparing apples and oranges.

Print
Victor Mendolia has published an extensive agenda with his plan for Hudson. His detailed agenda includes plans for Hudson's waterfront, truck route issues, green initiatives, job training program and much more. Read it here.

William Hallenbeck's "Priorities" include 8 points and is a grand total of 13 sentences. Read it here.

Audio
@Issue September 18 Victor Mendolia's interview with host Tom DePietro on WGXC can be heard here.

@Issue October 31 William Hallenbeck's interview with host Tom DePietro on WGXC can be heard here.

Video
Both candidates participated in HudsonVotes.com 10 questions videos hosted by Greg Mosley.

These are the ten questions that were asked:
  1. What are your priorities if elected mayor of the City of Hudson?
  2. How would you solve the small city challenges?
  3. What would your plans be for the waterfront?
  4. How would you address the issue of gentrification and diversity in Hudson?
  5. What's your take on the number of elected officials?
  6. How would you address the issue of housing and the lack of affordable housing?
  7. What would you do about the budget? What would you do to increase the budget?
  8. What would you do to improve the police department, if it needs improving?
  9. The youth are the future of our city. What are your plans to service the youth?
  10. What makes you the better candidate to be mayor of the City of Hudson?
See Victor's answers here
See Hallenbeck's answers here.