-Three Community Leaders Recommended for November Election-
FEBRUARY 18, CORNWALL, NY—The Cornwall Democratic Committee has endorsed three candidates for Town of Cornwall offices on the November 2021 ballot: Councilman Joshua Wojehowski for Supervisor; Councilwoman Virginia Scott for re-election to the Town Council; and first-time candidate Rokhsha Michael-Razi for Town Council. The candidates offer a range of experience across government, small business ownership, education, recreation, and volunteer community service. [Since the endorsement meeting, two additional Democratic candidates have announced for Town positions: Laura Delacruz for Town Clerk, and Dina Ronsini for Receiver of Taxes.]
“As volunteer elected representatives of our Town’s registered Democrats, we Committee members are dedicated to lively debate, diverse opinions, and fairness,” commented Jon Chase, Chair of the Committee. “Our endorsement process reflects those values. Each endorsee has shown deep dedication to our community’s success, and their wide-ranging expertise can make us all confident that every Cornwall resident will be ably represented on the ballot both this June and in November.”
About the Candidates
Joshua Wojehowski is a current Town Councilman. He is liaison to the Cornwall Economic Development Advisory Committee with a focus on Main Street viability and revitalization. He is also Director of Development for Legal Aid of Rockland County, where he manages fundraising, communications, and government relations for the nonprofit. During his time on the Town Council, Josh has prioritized community engagement, advocacy for the Town’s small businesses, Main Street revitalization, and preserving future local opportunities for Cornwall residents—especially parents and families. He is also liaison to COVAC and the Town’s Purchasing and Lighting management.
Before serving as Councilman, Josh opened and ran Fresh restaurant on Main Street. A graduate of both the Culinary Institute of America and Pace University, he began his career as a program manager for New York City’s Human Resources Administration, and then became legislative and budget director for a New York City Council member, helping manage the agenda of the Council’s Economic Development Committee. Josh was then director of public affairs for the YMCA of Greater New York while also leading its grant management efforts, securing or renewing $30 million+ funding annually. Josh’s family has lived in Cornwall for generations, and he and his wife Heather have two children in the Cornwall schools.
Virginia Scott serves with distinction on the Cornwall Town Council. Ginny is Council liaison to the Cornwall Conservation Advisory Council, the Moodna Creek Intermunicipal Watershed Council, the Youth Committee, and the Town Water and Cable management. As Councilwoman, Ginny has elevated the voices of constituents, especially those of limited means or fixed incomes, and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all residents, including through a focus on public health.
Ginny is a life-long resident of Orange County, mostly in Cornwall with her husband Mark and two sons—the entire family are CCHS graduates. Ginny has taught science in Washingtonville for 27 years and has volunteered in the community for 28 years, where she has led work in the Cornwall Garden Club (as co-chair of Main Street Beautification), youth sports, women’s organizations, the Downing Park Planning Committee and Balmville Grange in Newburgh, and as a citizen advocate for fair taxes. Ginny believes that careful stewardship of our natural resources, especially our water supply and air quality, is integral to Cornwall’s affordable and livable future.
Rokhsha Michael-Razi has lived in Cornwall for 22 years with her husband; their daughter, an attorney, graduated from CCHS. As a USPTA-Certified Tennis instructor, Rokhsha has been lead instructor and coordinator for the Cornwall Jr. Tennis Club for the past 10 years, and is Head Tennis Coach of the boys and girls varsity team at Highland Falls High School. She has two decades experience teaching hundreds of local youth over the years. Dedicated to community health, Rokhsha has been instrumental in securing USTA grant funding for local tennis programs and the ongoing renovation of the Cornwall tennis courts. She is fluent in four languages and holds a black belt in Japanese Shorinji Kempo.
Rokhsha is also a passionate hiker who adores Cornwall's scenic beauty and miles of wonderful hiking trails. As a Town Board member she pledges to bring fresh perspectives and energy to advance veterans and youth services, expand walkability to support a healthy community, and find creative solutions to longstanding local challenges. She will come to the position with a broad perspective, a longstanding commitment to Cornwall, and a positive outlook—with a commitment to work collaboratively and promote transparency and accountability in local government.
