Stephen F. Kiely

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STEPHEN F. KIELY

Republican

BACKGROUND:

• Kiely, 48, of Mattituck, is making his second bid for office. He ran for Supreme Court judge in 2018.
• He has 20 years of municipal law experience with posts as an assistant town attorney for Brookhaven, Southampton and currently as the Town Attorney for Shelter Island.
• He graduated from Guilford College and earned a law degree from Hofstra University, graduating magna cum laude. He was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2005.

ISSUES:

• Kiely said his priority would be to protect agriculture in Southold, especially as the town revamps its zoning code, and he added he would work hard to maintain the town’s rural nature.
• He said he would advocate for the town’s ability to exercise home rule, especially when it comes to limiting housing development. He said he is against high-density housing but would support accessory apartments.
• He said he would make sure the police department is treated fairly and has the training and tools its members need to succeed.