'I'm Incredibly Grateful': Saladino Reflects After Declaring Reelection Victory

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, NY — Incumbents Joseph Saladino and Richard LaMarca declare victory in their races for Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor and Clerk, respectively.

Saladino held a wide lead over challenger James Hoyle in the race for Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor, according to unofficial election-night results.

As of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Saladino garnered 76,147 votes, or 62.77 percent, while Hoyle had 45,080 votes, or 37.16 percent, according to the Nassau County Board of Elections.

LaMarca, running on the Republican line, garnered 72,797 votes, or 60.51 percent, while Shreya Gupta, running on the Democratic line, had 47,448 votes, or 39.44 percent, according to the unofficial results.

Saladino told Patch he is thankful for the support he has received to be reelected as Town Supervisor.

"I'm incredibly grateful to the residents of Oyster Bay for their overwhelming support," Saladino said. "I will continue working hard to protect taxpayers' wallets while striking the right balance between fiscal responsibility and investments in our parks, roadways, programs, and services."

Looking ahead, Saladino said his administration will continue working on environmental issues and efforts to revitalize downtown areas.

"We will keep addressing the environmental challenges facing our community and revitalizing our downtowns to attract private investment, create jobs, and welcome new businesses," he said.

He also reflected on the changing political landscape, emphasizing that his commitment to the town remains unchanged.

"Politics is cyclical, and the pendulum will always swing. What never changes is my commitment to the residents of Oyster Bay and the community we are proud to call home."

Votes are not official until absentee ballots are counted and until the Nassau County BOE announces so.