Scarsdale Procedure Committee Invites Residents to Run for a Seat on the 2026-27 Citizens Nominating Committee

The Scarsdale Procedure Committee is seeking at least 10 nominees from the community to serve on the Citizens Nominating Committee (CNC), the cornerstone of Scarsdale’s unique non-partisan system of local government.

For more than a century, Scarsdale has relied on the CNC to select qualified candidates to run for election for the offices of Mayor and Village Trustee. This time-honored system ensures that local leadership remains focused on experience, integrity, and the needs of the community—rather than partisan politics.

Who Can Serve?

-Any resident of Scarsdale who is a registered voter having resided in Scarsdale for at least 2 years.

-Individuals who are not currently serving as an elected Village official.

-Community-minded residents who are willing to dedicate time by attending 6 meetings in December and January, participate in deliberations, and uphold the principles of nonpartisanship and confidentiality.

Why Serve?

-Serving on the CNC offers residents the chance to:

-Contribute meaningfully to Scarsdale’s civic life.

-Help shape the future leadership of our Village.

-Carry forward a democratic tradition that has kept Scarsdale governance responsive and effective for over 100 years.

How to Get Involved

Interested residents are encouraged to step forward as candidates for the upcoming CNC Election to be held on November 13th at the Scarsdale Library. Members serve a three-year term, with 2 representatives elected from each of Scarsdale’s neighborhoods (Fox Meadow, Greenacres, Quaker Ridge, Edgewood and Heathcote).

To learn more and download the nomination form, please visit the Procedure Committee’s website or reach out to the Procedure Committee’s chair or co-chair (website and contact information are below).

Together, we can continue to ensure that Scarsdale’s government reflects the values, vision, and voice of our community.

Contact:

Dan Besikof, Chair; Allison Zolot, Vice Chair
Scarsdale Procedure Committee
danbesikof@gmail.com; azolot@gmail.com
https://www.scarsdaleprocedurecommittee.org/