APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES RESOLUTION NO. 2026061 RE: APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Legislators VALDÉS SMITH, MUNN, ALEXANDER, ARNOFF, BRENDLI, LAWLER, REDL, RHODES, SHAH and WINSBY offer the following and move its adoption: WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 421 of 1989, the Dutchess County Legislature did create a Citizens Advisory Committee on Domestic Violence the members of which are appointed by the Chair of the Legislature subject to confirmation by the County Legislature, and WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 42 of 1993, the membership of such committee was fixed at 12 members, and WHEREAS, the Chairman of the Legislature has appointed the following members to the Citizenship Advisory Committee on Domestic Violence; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the Dutchess County Legislature does hereby appointment members to the Citizens Advisory Committee on Domestic Violence as follows: Appointments: Louise Daniele Term Ending: 6/30/2026 Town of Fishkill, NY, 12524 Nancy Lenhart 6/30/2026 Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603 Sarah Levy 6/30/2026 Fishkill, NY, 12524 Dave Swift 6/30/2026 Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603 APPROVED seur COUNTY EXECUTIVE STATE OF NEW YORK SS: COUNTY OF DUTCHESS Ders Aprl. 22, 2026 resolution Tow on tie inty dolic, the said creck, and letik of was adopted by said count the 5, ayo c hay or pard for in rescue same is thee and correct transcript of said original resolution and of the whole thereof. IN WITNESS WIREO; I have hercunto set my hand and scal of said legislature this 1 day of Apr: \ 2026 ME ANON, LEEK OF TIE LEONTURE FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT NO FISCAL IMPACT PROJECTED APPROPRIATION RESOLUTIONS (To be completed by requesting department) Total Current Year Cost $ Total Current Year Revenue $ and Source Source of County Funds (check one): • Existing Appropriations, Contingency, Transfer of Existing Appropriations, • Additional Appropriations, • Other (explain). Identify Line Items(s): Related Expenses: Nature/Reason: Amount $ Anticipated Savings to County: Net County Cost (this year): Over Five Years: Additional Comments/Explanation: Dut.pdf Outlook Resume From Date Wed 3/11/2026 11:04 AM To Yvette Valdés Smith Masters, Clara <[email protected]> ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails Louise Daniele, Retired NYSP Station Commander Legal Resident of Town of Fishkill for 34 Years Mission Statement • Build public trust and maintain transparency between Domestic Violence Victims and the Community as well as Law Enforcement. • Promote accountability and integrity • Highlight partnerships with local, state, or federal agencies, including emergency services, municipal boards, and community organizations to address complex issues regarding Domestic Violence. Professional Experience Elected Official Town of Fishkill Town Board Councilmember January 2020 - December 2023 • Organized the first Hometown Hero Banner program in Fishkill • Spearheaded the Fishkill Sensory Park for all to use • Supported, served, and celebrated with Seniors • Advocated for the interests of the people of Fishkill over developers • Committed to public service, promoting women's rights and equality • Developed and implemented Town policies and new laws • Participated in and approved Town Budgets • Reviewed the Town's fiscal reports monthly • Participated in hiring Town employees • Liaison to Senior Center, Town water issues, Planning Department, and employee/resident issues Member of the Town of Fishkill Police Commission January 2022 - December 2023 • Reviewed weekly reports from the Chief of Police regarding arrests, accidents, and incidents involving the Police Department • Investigated personnel complaints brought before the Police Commission - = • Determined informal disciplinary matters and conferred with the Town Labor Attorney for serious cases New York State Police March 1992 - April 2012 Station Commander, Wappinger Station 2009 - 2012 • Supervised 30 Troopers, two Sergeants, and a civilian employee • Conducted performance evaluations for Troopers and Sergeants • Managed daily operations, ensuring proper maintenance of vehicles and station facilities • Reviewed and corrected reports, including accidents, arrests, and domestic incidents • Responded to emergency calls and complaints • Oversaw Station warrants, Evidence locker, and Gun locker • Supervised civilian employee schedules and tasks • Investigated and documented personnel complaints • Organized and actively supervised special assignments, including 9/11 detail Sergeant 2001 - 2009 • Supervised 30 Troopers and a civilian employee in both Somers and Wappinger Stations • Managed patrols across multiple towns and counties, including Fishkill • Reviewed and corrected Troopers' reports and schedules • Conducted performance evaluations • Organized special assignments and emergency responses Trooper 1992 - 2001 • Investigated civil and criminal complaints, including domestic incidents • Processed arrests and conducted vehicle and traffic enforcement • Documented reports and handled criminal investigations • Transported defendants and completed processing tasks • Assigned to special details and rotated desk duties, including radio communications Education Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Northeastern University, Boston, MA | 1989 Community Involvement • Member of the Verplanck Garden Club • Advocate for women's rights and equality • Liaison for senior citizens and local government departments • Organizer of community improvement initiatives, including sensory parks and veteran recognition programs References Available upon request Nancy Lenhert (aka Shook) Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Professional Summary Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience across a wide range of clinical and community settings. Proven track record in hospital care, school nursing, pediatric practice, psychiatric care, and public health. Committed to patient advocacy, institutional integrity, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Education • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) SUNY New Paltz, 2000 • Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) Dutchess Community College, 1990 Licensure New York State Registered Professional Nurse Professional Experience • Public Health Nurse Dutchess County Department of Health and Family Services - Poughkeepsie, NY 1998 - Present - Provide nursing services, health education, and case management to diverse populations - Advocate for vulnerable individuals and families in accessing care and resources - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support community wellness and disease prevention • School Nurse Poughkeepsie City School District - Poughkeepsie, NY 1992 - 1998 - Delivered daily healthcare services and emergency care to students and staff - Developed care plans and monitored chronic conditions among the student population - Promoted a safe and healthy school environment through education and prevention initiatives • Psychiatric Nurse New York State Department of Corrections and Supervision (NYSDOCS) 1993 - 2000 - Provided psychiatric nursing care to incarcerated individuals in a maximum-security setting - Supported mental health assessment, treatment planning, and medication administration - Maintained professionalism and ethical standards in a highly regulated environment Core Competencies • Public Health Nursing • Psychiatric and Correctional Nursing • School & Pediatric Care • Patient Advocacy • Interdisciplinary Collaboration • Crisis Response • Health Education & Outreach • Confidentiality & Professional Ethics Sarah K. Levy Fishkill, NY 12524 Professional with experience in marketing, communications, graphic design, UX/UI design, content management/creation, social media, music, fine art, art history, history, photography, museums, non-profits, social media, writing, research, editing, law, and more. Experience Historic Huguenot Street 2021-present A historical society and museum located in a National Historic Landmark District, devoted to teaching about the many historical forces that have shaped America. Marketing and Communications Coordinator Executes all aspects of a non-profit organization's marketing and communications operations. • Serves as the organization's social media manager and social media content creator • Manages budgets and ad planning, as well as ad design and creation. • Designs, develops, and produces all printed communications-related collateral, including brochures, invitations, annual budget reports, semi-annual newsletters, and solicitations. • Collaborates to develop policies and procedures for the site, including photography and filming guidelines. • Delivers, implements, and measures the success of all marketing and communications plans, including advertising, promotions, and general outreach. • Refines the institution's core messages and maintains a style to ensure organizational and brand consistency. • Executive edits the organization's website and email communications, including heavy use of the CMS, Neon. • Serves as the site's resident photographer/videographer and photographic/videographic content creator and manager. • Develops relevant website pages and ensures all website content is up to date, organized and user-friendly. • Designs, develops, strategizes, and schedules timely marketing emails and other content. • Composes press releases and serves as the liaison for all press inquiries, actively seeking story placement. • Develops and implements key strategic partner strategies at a local and national level. Kaplan 2017-2024 A test prep company Pre-College and LSAT Test Prep Teacher, Tutor, Virtual Off-Cam Teacher, and Bar Review Course Administrator Taught a wide range of students both online and in person, including middle and high school students, and adults. • Taught SHSAT Prep at an underserved Intermediate School; Fingerprints on file at the NYC Dept of Education. • Provided guidance and knowledge to students preparing to take standardized tests: LSAT, SAT, SHAT. • Bar Exam Review Administrator. • Evaluated students based on work progress; Built classroom management and knowledge retention skills. The Art Story Foundation, New York, NY 2016-2020 A non-profit website devoted to moder art insight and education. Freelance Graphic Designer: Employed Illustrator and Photoshop for icon, banner, mobile and Ul design. • Employed Photoshop for image resizing, cropping, optimizing, comps, thumbnail/icon creation, layouts. • Drove website traffic through use of clear and effective communication design. • Gained further expertise and knowledge in the field of Moder Art. Family Publications LLC, New York, NY 2017-2018 A website and publisher for family-oriented content. Special Project Freelance Graphic Designer and Content Associate: Employed Photoshop for photo editing, resizing, color correction, re-touching, file optimization, etc. • Employed WordPress for photo uploads, site entries and organization; use of SEO to optimize web traffic. • Researched and curated appropriate photos, with respect to subject, size, and resolution. Graphis Inc., New York, NY 2016-2017 A publishing company committed to presenting and promoting the work of exceptional talent in graphic design, advertising, photography, and art/illustration. Graphic and Production Designer: • Heavily used InDesign for magazine, book, catalog, and email marketing campaign layouts. • Employed Photoshop, lustrator, HTML, and WordPress for campaigns, blogs, cata logs etc. • Art direction and talent management duties; Strategized and implemented E-marketing campaigns using MailChimp. Strategized and implemented UX/UI changes to the website. • Edited and wrote copy for books, magazines, emails, blog posts and social media, using AP style. • Extensive image curation and selection while gaining insight, knowledge about, and inspiration from, the work and life of masters in the fields of design, photography, advertising, and illustration. Moon Phases Productions, Los Angeles, CA 2015 A small production company. Graphic Designer/Camera Assistant: • Used Adobe CC programs for logo & photobook design. Used DSLR camera to assist on photo/video shoots. Delaware Pacific, LLC, Pasadena, CA 2015 A mortgage broker/lender. Administrative and Marketing Associate: • Used Campaigner and MailChimp for email marketing campaigns. • Executed spreadsheets and layouts Used various programs for open house flyer research and execution, as well as blogs. • Drove inquires and conversions using Salesforce; Edited the app Ul for marketing and customer service purposes. • Constantly communicated with clients via mail, email, and phone. Education UCLA, Los Angeles, CA Academic Certificate in Design Communication Arts; 64 credit comprehensive professional program Seton Hall Law School, Newark, NJ University of Maryland, College Park, MD B.A. in Social and Cultural History, Minor in International Studies Springboard, Remote UX Certificate; UX/UI Knowledge, Practice and Mentorship Special Skills and Associations Member, soloist, "work-study" participant, and section leader in the Beacon Rising Choir; Former Member of Juilliard Choral Union; Independent Singer/Songwriter; Oil painting, jewelry design, ink illustration & fashion design skills; Member of AIGA; Former member IAPWE; Expert level Mac and PC proficiency; Expert level MS Office skills including PowerPoint, Word and Excel; Expert level Adobe CC knowledge including visual, motion, and audio design programs. Experience with HTML and CSS, Java Script, jQuery, Figma, and Sketch; Copyright and trademark expertise; Expert level research, writing and strategy skills; Easily grasps complicated/specialized content; Able to quickly condense dense information to create effective communication; Able to take case studies to finished campaigns; Experience working effectively across departments and industries; Excellent time management skills; Budget management skills; Former member of ASCAP; Improv and stand-up comedy experience; Former trained birth doula, childbirth educator, and women's health advocate. David Swift Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Telephone Education MARIST COLLEGE; Poughkeepsie, New York Master of Business Administration, 2015 - Concentration in Financial Management Master of Arts Degree in Psychology, 199: • Concentration in Counseling/Community Psycholog, Bachelor of Arts Degree, 1994 - Major: Psychology - Minor: Spanish Experience GRACE SMITH HOUSE; Poughkeepsie, NY Child Counselor; 1997 - 2001, 2002 - 2012 Support Staff, 2012 - 2017 Director of Residential Services, 2017 - present GRACE CHURCH; Millbrook, NY Financial Administrator; 2012 - present SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT; Poughkeepsie, NY Head Cross Country and Track Coach; 1997 - 2017, 2024-25 MILLBROOK HOLLOW CONDOMINIUMS, INC. Property Manager, 2016 - present MARATHON MAN HANDYMAN SERVICES Independent Contractor, 2015 - 2017 MILLENIUM INFORMATION SERVICES Property Inspector; 2012 - 2016 NEW YORK STATE INSTITUTE FOR BASIC RESEARCH; Staten Island, NY Regional Coordinator of Data Collection; 1998 - 2009 HUDSON RIVER REGIONAL OFFICE OF MENTAL HEALTH Statistical Analyst; 1995 POUGHKEEPSIE CHILDREN'S HOME; Poughkeepsie, NY Childcare Worker; 1994 Family and Human Services Committee Roll Call District Name District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon Valdés Smith* District 9- City of Poughkepsie Atkins Atkins* District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck Munn* Yes District 3 - LaGrange Polasek* District 12 - East Fishkill Metzger* District 2 - LaGrange, Pleasant Valley & Town of Poughkeepsie Arnoff (C) District 19 - North East, Stanford, Pine Plains, Milan & Red Hook Drago District 24 - Dover and Pawling House District 6 - Town of Poughkeepsie Kaul (VC) District 17 - Town and Village of Fishkill McHoul District 5 - Town of Poughkeepsie Shah District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie Winsby Present: Absent: Vacant: 10 2 Resolution: Motion: Total : 10 Yes Abstentions: No ABSENT ABSENT No 2026061 APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Roll Call Sheets District Last Name YES NO District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon Valdés Smith District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie Atkins District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck Munn District 3 - LaGrange Polasek District 12 - East Fishkill Metzger District 1 - Town of Poughkeepsie Redl District 2 - LaGrange, Pleasant Valley & Town of Poughkeepsie Arnoff District 4 - Hyde Park and Town of Poughkeepsie Lawler District 5 - Town of Poughkeepsie Shah District 6 - Town of Poughkeepsie Kaul District 7 - Hyde Park and Pleasant Valley Darrow District 8 - City and Town of Poughkeepsie Brendli District 10 - City of Poughkeepsie Johnson District 11 - Clinton, Pleasant Valley, and Rhinebeck Kearney District 13 - East Fishkill and Wappinger Giles District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie Winsby District 15 - Wappinger Faust District 17 - Town and Village of Fishkill McHoul District 18 - City of Beacon and Fishkill Rhodes District 19 - North East, Stanford, Pine Plains, Milan & Red Hook Drago District 21 - East Fishkill Caswell District 22 - Beekman and Union Vale Tresca District 23 - Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill Rolison District 24 - Dover and Pawling House District 25 - Amenia, Washington, Pleasant Valley & Millbrook Alexander X X X X X ABSENT X X X X X X X X X X ABSENT X X X ABSENT X X X X 22 Present: ____ 3 Absent: ____ Vacant: ____ Resolution: ____ Motion: ____ 22 0 Total : ______ ______ Yes No Abstentions: ____ CONSENT AGENDA: RESOLUTIONS 2026043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 049, 050, 052, 055, 056, 057, 059, 060, 061, 062, 063