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Why North Greenbush Needs a Change

After nearly 20 years of one-party rule,
it's time for a change

Town Finances are a Mess!

Last year, the Town’s auditor warned of serious financial mismanagement under incumbent Supervisor Joe Bott’s leadership (as reported by the Times Union), including:

  • Improper adjustments to over-expended accounts

  • No monthly reconciliations

  • No authorization for project expenditures that included no-bid contracts and

    totaled more than $3 million

  • Reduction in fund balances of almost $7.5 million

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The issues identified in the auditor’s letter were so serious that the auditor suggested that the Town could become insolvent. What could This mean for North Greenbush residents?


Higher taxes and reduced Town services!

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Traffic is a Mess!

Anyone who has driven on Route 4 knows this to be true. It’s because Town officials continue to approve developments without the necessary infrastructure to support these developments. A study conducted by the Capital Region Transportation Council to improve traffic on Route 4 was completed in 2024, but the Town has thus far done nothing to implement the recommendations made.

North Greenbush is Lacking in Community Resources

North Greenbush residents are being short changed when it comes to recreational opportunities. Unlike neighboring towns, North Greenbush is lacking in the following areas:

  • No dog park

  • No town hiking, biking, or walking trails

  • No park facilities at all for Defreestville area residents

North Greenbush residents are being short-changed when it comes to recreational opportunities - and they deserve better!

My Priorities for North Greenbush Residents:

  • Transparent Government

  • Fiscal Responsibility

  • Quality of Life Improvements

Straighten out Town Finances

I have worked as a business consultant for over 25 years, helping organizations manage their finances and plan for the future.  I have experience in budgeting, financing, and helping municipalities secure grant funding. 

I’ll use this experience to protect and save taxpayer dollars!

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Reduce traffic on Route 4

A study conducted by the Capital Region Transportation Council to improve traffic on Route 4 was completed in 2024, but the Town has thus far done nothing to implement the recommendations made. 

I will make implementing these improvements a top priority.

Improve Recreational Amenities

I have experience developing the County’s trails vision plan and securing funding for parks and trails. 

I’ll use this expertise to provide more recreational opportunities for town residents.

Meet Brian

Brian Zeig, MBA

Brian Zweig, MBA has the experience needed to straighten out the Town’s financial mess and bring open, effective government back to North Greenbush. 

His experience includes:

  • Over 25 years running his own business consulting firm where he helped small businesses, local governments, and other organizations with planning, finance, and securing grants.

  • Served one term on the Rensselaer County Legislature (2005 – 2009)

  • Hudson Valley Community College trustee (2010 – 2024)

  • Past President, Rensselaer Land Trust

  • Served on the board of various non-profit and business organizations

  • Graduate of Columbia High School, Cornell University (B.S.), and Dartmouth College (MBA)

Brian and his wife, Sylke, have been residents of the Defreestville area of North Greenbush since 2005. They have a rescue dog named Tyler.

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