John J. Vobis Jr.

John J. Vobis, Jr. 

Democratic

BACKGROUND: Vobis, 57, is on the Women's Equality and Reform party lines. Vobis is an attorney specializing in insurance fraud litigation with the Uniondale law firm of Rivkin Radler. He previously worked as a New York State courts officer. Vobis grew up in Dyker Heights in Brooklyn and graduated from LaSalle Academy. Vobis earned a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice administration and planning and a master of public administration, both from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in Manhattan. He has a law degree from  St. John�s University School of Law. Vobis was elected to a five-year-term on the Island Park Board of Education in 2015 and has served as board president for the last three years. Vobis is a founding member of the Harbor Isle Residents community activism group that formed after superstorm Sandy. Post-Sandy, he helped lead local volunteer efforts to rebuild a park and replace superstorm-damaged Little League equipment. Vobis is married with three children.

ISSUES: Vobis said that he will �be a tireless advocate for the taxpayers, fighting to relieve the onerous tax burden on the hardworking residents of our community, especially those struggling to make ends meet.� Vobis said if elected he will continue his �commitment to providing a quality public education to our children.� He said he will also make improving school safety a priority.  Vobis said that because of his background as a court officer and a member of a public sector union, �I understand the importance of providing for the safety of our community and for the first responders that protect us.� Vobis said, � I will combat corruption in government, and provide the leadership and energy that has been sorely lacking, leading by example to restore faith in our elected officials.�