Jason Golub for Public Works Commissioner

 
SERVICE.
VISION. 
IMPACT. 

WHY I’M RUNNING

“I am running for DPW Commissioner because I fiercely believe that we can solve our deepest challenges through building a better and stronger community. I want to bring bold, innovative solutions to the table and move us past divisive politics. That means thinking big about how to build a more resilient, healthy, and prosperous Saratoga Springs. I will make real investments in clean energy, building more parks and playgrounds for our kids, and solving the homeless problem. I will invest in impactful infrastructure projects that address the 21st century needs of our city and serve our community by developing better tools to communicate with residents. This is the future of DPW: Service, Vision and Impact.”

MEET JASON

Jason Golub is a father of two, attorney, and solutions-oriented leader with a record of results in strengthening transparency and accountability in business. He developed comprehensive and community-centered strategies to bring people together and improve work environments, and he’s now working with an educational technology startup that supports women executives.

A leader in the Saratoga Springs community, Jason co-chaired the Police Reform and Re-Imagination Task Force and he helped lead a team of community members to make recommendations to strengthen public safety and equality.

In May, Jason was recommended by an independent committee and unanimously appointed to serve as acting Commissioner of Public Works. He has maintained staff continuity in the office while improving efficiency and outreach with a focus on service first.

Jason is running in the November special election to complete the term and continue his service-first approach to implement bold, innovative solutions that improve quality of life for every resident in Saratoga Springs.

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“Our issues are more than words. These are projects we’ve already begun that will impact our amazing city.”

Green Space and Clean Energy

My goal is to have a park or green space within a 5-minute walk of every child in our city. We are committed to increasing green space and parks available for our families. We also have the potential to be a leader in the transition to clean energy. We can make structural changes to provide our kids a future built on sustainable energy and make Saratoga Springs a healthy, connected community. This transformation will also save the city significant money and attract new residents and businesses to our city.
Reduce Homelessness

The homeless problem is getting worse in Saratoga Springs and we must come up with better solutions. I am committed to working with local community organizations, the county, and the City Council to develop creative, long-term solutions. This summer we are rolling out a DPW Work Program with the homeless that will provide an opportunity for work, food and support for the homeless population.
Housing Affordability

We need to provide more affordable housing options in our community. Too many of our community members, including essential workers and small business owners and employees, cannot afford to live in our town. We cannot become a town that is only accessible for the select few and must identify opportunities to expand our workforce and affordable housing in the city.
A DPW That Works For You

DPW can communicate better. We can be more transparent and responsive to community members. 2-way communication with residents around critical public works needs. We are empowering the community to be a partner in identifying our biggest concerns and providing transparency around project progress and completion.