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Peter Criswell elected chair of Ulster County Legislature in 19–4 roll call

Ulster County Legislature · January 7, 2026
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At the Ulster County Legislature's organizational meeting, Peter Criswell won the chairmanship by a roll-call vote of 19 to 4 after nominations from both parties and gave remarks stressing stewardship and bipartisanship.

Peter Criswell was elected chair of the Ulster County Legislature by a roll-call vote of 19 to 4 during the legislature’s organizational meeting.

Legislator Peter Criswell received a formal nomination from Legislator Sperry, who framed Criswell as “a motivated leader who embraces each challenge” and praised his record on committee structure, housing, infrastructure and mental health supports. Legislator Levine…

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