Running for: Town of Salina Supervisor
Nick Paro
Bio:
Nick is a graduate of the Syracuse University College of Law receiving his Juris Doctor degree. Nick received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Syracuse University and an Associate of Arts degree from Onondaga Community College. Additionally, Nick has participated in many local programs including Leadership Greater Syracuse Political Leadership Institute and The Gifford Foundation Nourishing Tomorrow’s Leaders.
Nick is proud of the Town of Salina and the accomplishments he has been part of since his time on the Town Board. Nick believes we can ensure Salina is a desirable place for people to live, work, and thrive well into the future…Read More.
About the Position: The Town Supervisor’s Office includes a full time Supervisor and one staff person. The Town of Salina is a suburban town. The Town Supervisor is the chief executive officer and head of the administrative branch of town government. The Supervisor presides at the meetings of the Town Board and is responsible for the proper administration of town affairs as well as the maintenance of peace and order in the town. The Supervisor’s duties include preparation of the preliminary town budget, special district budget and the capital budget, if any, with the assistance of the director of finance, and to submit the completed documents to the Town Board for review and final adoption. Additionally, duties include administering the fiscal operations of the town, including the budget after adoption by the Town Board, and to recommend modifications and transfers between appropriations in the town budget during the fiscal year. The Supervisor also keeps the Town Board informed generally concerning town affairs, financial conditions, and future needs of the town. As head of the administrative branch of town government, the Supervisor makes certain that the various town departments are delivering the necessary services to the public. In this capacity, the Supervisor hears questions and concerns directly from the public and takes the appropriate action to resolve any issues when possible.
Email: nick@salinagop.com
Website: nickparo.com
Running for: 1st Ward Councilor
Jason Recor
Running for: 2nd Ward Councilor
Matt Cushing
Bio: I am a graduate of East Syracuse Minoa and of the State University of New York at Albany, with a Bachelors in Communications and Sociology. I was born and raised in Minoa, and have lived in Syracuse for 25 of my 30 years. I am a Sales Representative for Henderson Products, who manufactures snow and ice removal equipment for municipalities all over the country. My wife Jen and I moved from the ESM area in June of 2020 after a 2 year search for the right home. We were lucky enough to find the perfect place right here in the Town of Salina. I have done my best to meet many of my neighbors either on walks, social media, when working on my lawn, or elsewhere. I know that many of them have various concerns and I feel I would do well to serve as their representative. My motivation for public servitude comes from two great role models, my mother and father. My mother is the Post Master of Minoa, and serves on the ESM school board. My father is the Highway Superintendent for the Town of Manlius. My intention as the 2 nd Ward Councilor would be to provide a fresh perspective and offer new ideas to the board. I would ensure that the voices, ideas, and concerns of my neighbors are heard.
Email: Cush210@yahoo.com
Running for: 3rd Ward Councilor
Daniel Ciciarelli
Bio: Daniel is a 20+ year resident of the Town of Salina with a 60 year family history in Mattydale! He advocates for fiscal responsibility, code enforcement, and town unity. His full time job is with CCM LLC as a Regional Partnership Manager. Daniel is also a High School and Olympic style Wresting Official, VP of the Mohawk Valley Wrestling Club and a facilitator of the 3rd Ward Community Group. In his free time you will find Daniel spending time with his family and dog, tending to the garden, or cooking and baking.
About the Position: Directly involved in the legislative, appropriating, governing and policy determining of the town. This includes: -Acting as the Third Ward residents’ liaison to town government when requested and recommending the appropriate actions to the rest of the Town Board. – Approval of budget modifications and transfers between budgeted appropriations in the annual budget or in the capital budget, if any – Making of studies and investigations as it deems to be in the best interest of the town – The creation and involvement in non-compensated advisory boards such as the Codes Task Force Committee I was appointed to.
Email: ciciarelli3rdward@gmail.com
Phone: 315-727-7919
Running for: 4th Ward Councilor
David Carnie
Bio: David Carnie has specialized in commercial real estate services. Mr. Carnie is an usher and serves as Vice President of the Pastoral Council at his church (St. Daniel of Lyncourt, NY), Vice Chairman Salina Committee, and volunteers assisting Salina Bombers Little League. David is an active member of the Knights of Columbus, IAAC, and Lincoln Club. Mr. Carnie enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with his two sons (21, 23).
About the Position: The Town of Salina Town Board is the legislative, appropriating, governing and policy determining body of the town and exercises all such powers and duties as are conferred or imposed upon it. Some of the Town Board’s other duties include: appointment of Department Heads on recommendation of the Supervisor; approval of budget modifications and transfers between budgeted appropriations in the annual budget or in the capital budget, if any; the making of studies and investigations as it deems to be in the best interest of the town; and, the creation of non-compensated advisory boards. Act as the residents’ liaison to town government if requested. Additionally, the Councilor is responsible for recommending the appropriate action to the rest of the Town Board when the issue involves their area of representation
Email: councilorcarnie@gmail.com
Running for: 4th District County Legislator
Colleen Gunnip
Bio: Colleen Gunnip is currently the Salina Supervisor and a lifelong resident of the Town of Salina. She has over thirty-seven years of governmental experience between the town and Onondaga County. She has given back to the community by volunteering for numerous community organizations including the Liverpool is the Place Committee and Greater Liverpool Chamber of Commerce. Colleen is also a member of the Liverpool American Legion Women’s Auxiliary and is Vice Chair of the Grenadier Condo Association. Colleen has had a seat at the table with County and State officials on every major issue facing our community.
About the position: County Legislator representing the 4th District which includes portions of the Town of Salina (Liverpool), Town of Geddes (Lakeland), City of Syracuse (North Side)
Email: Colleen.gunnip@yahoo.com
Phone: (315) 652-5029
Running for: 5th District County Legislator
Deb Cody
Bio: Deb Cody has represented the 5th District on the Onondaga County Legislature since 2017. Currently the Chair of the County Facilities Committee, she also serves on the Health Committee. Deb has experience in constituent service and state policy issues and currently serves as an Executive Director. She resides in North Syracuse and is committed to keeping taxes low, while advocating for efficient services for her constituents.
Email: debjcody@gmail.com