On June 19 Monroe County Executive candidate Adam Bello announced
endorsements from the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) and the
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
“By bringing new ideas, new energy, and new leadership to
the County Executive’s office, we can restore a vision of creativity and
collaboration to county government,” Bello continued. Our community deserves a
government as good as its people. One that lifts people up and fosters an
environment where every hardworking family can grow and thrive. Because no
matter who you are, where you live, or who you know, you deserve the very best
from those who serve you."
“What is so impressive about Adam Bello is his commitment to
the guiding philosophy why government should work for everyone and not just the
well connected," said CSEA Western Region President Kathy Button in a
prepared statement delivered by Western Region VP Tim Finnigan. Button was
attending to family matters and could not make the press event.
Finnigan added, “We wholeheartedly agree with Mr. Bello when
he says eliminating governmental waste, fraud and abuse are his top priorities
because we share the same values. On behalf of the thousands of CSEA
represented employees living and working in Monroe County, we overwhelmingly
came to the conclusion our community will be much better off if we elect Adam
Bello as the next Monroe County Executive.”
Bess Watts, President of CSEA Monroe County said, “CSEA has
enjoyed a terrific relationship with Adam Bello over the years, dating back to
his days as Irondequoit Town Supervisor and now as Monroe County Clerk. Adam’s
respectful demeanor and his ability to problem solve puts him in a class by
himself. When we interviewed both Mr. Bello and Ms. Dinolfo for this job, there
was a clear distinction between the candidates. Mr. Bello has an exceptional track
record of improving public services, and he understands government should work
for everyone. He has also proven he honors and respects the work of the people
who deliver on that promise every day. Simply put, Ms. Dinolfo does not.”
AFSCME LRS Robert Leonard read a statement from AFSCME
District Council 66 President Dan DiClemente. He said, “On behalf of the 3,000
public workers we represent across Rochester and Monroe County, AFSCME Council
66 is proud to endorse Adam Bello for County Executive. Throughout his public
career, Adam has led the charge to clean up government so that workers can
provide the vital public services we all rely on. He knows that public workers
are the County’s greatest asset, and they do not deserve to be treated like a
burden. It’s time for a change. Working families deserve leaders in County
government who are accountable and responsible. Adam Bello is just the type of
leader we need to build Monroe County for the future.” |
| Adam Bello with CSEA Local 828 President Bess Watts |
Bello has received more than 22 endorsements so far in this
election season, including nearly every major labor union representing
employees who live and work in Monroe County.
Story & Photos Ove Overmyer, CSEA
