Lou Ingrassia Jr. officially announced his candidacy for the 100th Assembly District today at a press conference held in the lobby of the Sullivan County Government Center. The seat is being vacated by Assembly Member Aileen Gunther, who is set to retire this year. Ingrassia, a Republican, will face Democrat Paula Kay in the upcoming November election.
During his announcement, Ingrassia emphasized a platform grounded in "common sense," focusing on infrastructure, public safety, and addressing what he described as "failed policies" in Albany.
"Infrastructure is my expertise," Ingrassia said, citing his 38 years of experience in dealing with water, sewer, roads, bridges, and stormwater systems. He highlighted his long-standing role as a New York State licensed water and sewer plant operator and his thoughts on improving infrastructure throughout Sullivan County and the entire district.
He pledged to enhance emergency services, reduce response times for medical emergencies, and improve management of large-scale incidents.
He criticized current state policies on issues such as crime, bail reform, housing, healthcare, taxes, and the economy. "Every one of these failed policies is the direct responsibility of the failed majority in Albany," he declared, urging republican voters to "flip this seat" and end the "path of destruction and inefficiency."