Unite Sleepy Hollow: Our Plan for Halloween

We hear your concerns about Halloween in Sleepy Hollow. We love the festive spirit, but  the reality of traffic, parking chaos, and overwhelming crowds can make October a real  challenge for those of us who live here. At Unite Sleepy Hollow, we believe our Village can be a world-class destination without overwhelming our residents and threatening our safety.

Unite Sleepy Hollow: Our Support and Plan for the LDC

The Unite Sleepy Hollow candidates are dedicated to the economic development of the village and fully support the Local Development Corporation (LDC) and its crucial role in that process. Unfortunately, the current administration, led by Mayor Rutyna and Trustee Jared Rodriguez (running for reelection), has abandoned years of work and public participation related to the East Parcel.

Our Goal: Responsible Development for a Better Sleepy Hollow

Unite Sleepy Hollow is committed to the responsible development and continued revitalization of our Village. Our vision is to balance smart economic growth with the preservation of our environment and unique community character. We believe in building a future that enhances our livability and creates economic opportunity without displacing longtime residents.

Our Goal: Expanding Our Tax Base to Lower Your Bills

Have you ever wondered who pays for our Village services? The answer might surprise you. In Sleepy Hollow, over a quarter of all property—more than 34% of the assessable land—is tax-exempt. This means a small number of properties pay nothing in Village taxes, leaving the rest of us to cover 100% of the costs.

Our Goal: A Common-Sense Plan for Parking

If you live, work, or visit our village, you know the challenge of parking in Sleepy Hollow.  It’s a concern we’ve all shared for decades, but finding a real solution has been elusive.

Our Goal: Fiscal Responsibility & Lowering Your Taxes

You may have heard a lot of debate about the Village’s finances recently, and it can be confusing. But one thing is crystal clear: your property taxes have increased by 23% over the last two years. 

We believe this increase was not only unnecessary, but it was also a failure of leadership. Let’s break down the facts.

For years under non-partisan leadership, Sleepy Hollow saw responsible planning and modest tax changes.

That changed in April 2023. Since Mayor Rutyna took office, our village has been hit with an outrageous 23.55% property tax increase over just two years.

In New York State, there are 532 villages, each with its own unique priorities and challenges. But one thing should unite all of them: a local government dedicated solely to the betterment of its own village.