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Amsterdam Mayor Michael Villa Seeks Second Term

Amsterdam Mayor Michael Villa (file photo)
Lucas Willard
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WAMC

Amsterdam, New York Mayor Michael Villa is seeking a second four-year term. The Republican, a former police officer and son of former Amsterdam Mayor Mario Villa, says he is running again to get the city's finances "out of the gutter," invest in infrastructure, and generate economic growth.

Villa could see a challenge from Michael Cinquanti, who plans to run as a Democrat.

I spoke with Villa on Thursday, who said his administration has made great strides in four years.

Lucas Willard is the Executive Producer of WAMC's Northeast Notebook. After joining the station in 2011, Lucas has held several titles at WAMC, including Berkshire Bureau Chief, Southern Adirondack Bureau Chief, and Assistant News Director.
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