maryfoster7990@msn.com

I grew up in Yonkers. One of eleven children, I worked my way through college and obtained a Masters in Business Administration from Pace University. I've lived in Peekskill since marrying my husband Donald, a lifelong resident and local businessman, in 1978. Together we've raised two children here. Our son is a graduate of Peekskill High and Pace University. Our daughter, who graduated from Peekskill Middle School, attends Kennedy Catholic High School. Over the years our family has been involved in city beautification projects, the chamber of commerce, school fundraising and sports programs and Little League

Being chosen as Mayor by the people of our city is an honor that I work hard every day to deserve. I am pleased and proud that the people of Peekskill have called me to serve them. As you have given me your trust and respect, I can do no less than trust and respect all of you. Peekskill can have a great future if we all work together.

PROFESSIONAL
Deloitte & Touche LLP (accounting and consulting firm) 1975 -2007
Partner since 1987, retired January 2007
Certified Public Accountant since 1977

COMMUNITY SERVICE
Peekskill Common Council, elected November 2005
BMP/202/35 Sustainable Development Study Committee
Mental Health Association of Westchester, Board Member and former President
National Multiple Sclerosis Society of Southern New York, Board Member and former Board Chair and Treasurer
Peekskill City School District:
*Citizens Advisory Committee for Long-term Financial Planning
*Previously: Vice President, Middle School PTO
*Middle School Bond Committee
Church of the Holy Spirit, Fundraising and Social Committees
Former Board Member: Visiting Nurse Services of Westchester,
United Way of America, American Heart Association (Operations Committee)

EDUCATION
BBA/MBA Pace University 1975/76