Election 2011: Deborah Poulos, 16th District

Candidate for Suffolk County 16th Legislative District: Deborah Poulos

Party Affiliation: Republican

Website: votedeborahpoulos.com

Background:

Deborah Poulos is a lifelong resident of Long Island and has lived in Dix Hills for more than 20 years. She is the co-founding partner of the law firm Lefkowitz and Poulos in Happauge.

Poulos earned her Bachelor's degree from Adelphi University and a law degree from Touro Law School.

She is the co-founder of a Dix Hills Civic Association and a member of the Suffolk County Bar Association and Suffolk County Women’s Bar Association. Poulos is also a member of St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Shrine Church and serves as an advisor to the Philoptochos Society, a women’s philanthropic organization serving the community.

Poulos is seeking to be elected as the Suffolk County 16^th District Legislator on Nov. 8.

In an Interview with Patch, Poulos laid out her thoughts and plans for residents in the area. Here is what she had to say:

• Patch: Why did you decide to run for the district seat?

Poulos: As a small business owner and attorney I understand the hardships the residents of the 16th District are facing because I face them too. It's time to stop waiting and hoping for improvement and take action. 

• Patch: You ran for the Huntington Town Board once before. Why did you decide to run on the county level this time?

Poulos: First and foremost we need new leadership in Suffolk County. I will focus on reviving the local economy and putting Long Islanders back to work. 

• Patch: What, if any, problems exist in the 16th district? What ideas do you have to fix them?

Poulos: The unemployment in our community has doubled over the past six years. Action needs to be taken to revitalize our local economy. We need to determine the needs of the county over the next decade and not just budget from year to year. Establishing goals will stop the need for emergency funding and will lower our tax burden.

• Patch: What is the first thing you want to do if elected?

Poulos: I would like to do the performance audit of Suffolk agencies and departments to ensure tax dollars are maximized and that the county is providing quality services.  

• Patch: Where are some of your favorite places to visit in the district?

Poulos: I enjoy supporting the local farm stands and nurseries because I have a passion for gardening and planting. I also like utilizing our parks and open spaces. I'd be honored to have your vote and be your next representative in the 16th district.