Kathy Calhoun Stegenga
With a background in exposure to political know-how that goes back decades as daughter of Nancy Calhoun (State Assembly Minority Leader in 2010, Blooming Grove Councilwoman and then Supervisor 1985-90), Kathy Stegenga announced her candidacy for her THIRD term in Orange County Legislature District 21.
In a chat with the Courier Journal several weeks ago, Stegenga, a Republican, emphasized that; in general, many issues are bi-partisan, and that it's imperative for political parties to keep talking and finding middle ground. As a Legislator for District 21, she would, represent the Town of Blooming Grove, the Village of Washingtonville, Town of Hamptonburgh and the Village of Maybrook.
Stegenga has a record of intense involvement in local activities that support local businesses and events as well as charity organizations and the Chamber of Commerce. She holds a high priority on being accessible to her constituents, and said she talks with Blooming Grove Supervisor, Rob Jeroloman, every week. She is known to be outgoing and outspoken about her political positions and beliefs, but always with a smile and sometimes with a chuckle.
At the recent Grand Opening of Prizmatica, a new Decor, Art and Design Studio in Washingtonville
New Windsor Republican Christmas Breakfast
“Over my tenure in the Orange County Legislature, I have made it a priority to be very interactive within my communities and with the people that I represent,” she said. “I have set realistic goals that I have been able to achieve on behalf of my constituency.”
She lists among her accomplishments cost-cutting and responsible budgeting, advocating for affordable, senior and workforce housing, supporting SUNY Orange to expand and tailor its programs for the future business employment needs of the county.
No one else has announced an intent to run for District 21 Legislator.
A busy lady, she is married to Blooming Grove Councilman John Stegenga, is a Partner in their Woodcock Home Improvement business (from which they assist many local homeowners), and holds the following credentials of public service.
Lifelong resident of Orange County
Married, two children and two grandchildren
College Degree in Criminal Justice
Graduate of Leadership Orange
Business/Government Experience
Former Councilwoman, Town of Blooming Grove (2010-2013)
2nd Vice Chair, Town of Blooming Grove Republican Committee
Member, National Federation of Republican Women
Secretary, Orange County Federation of Republican Women
Partner, Woodcock Home Improvement, LLC
Community Involvement (Civic Boards, Veterans Associations)
Executive Board Member, Blooming Grove/Washingtonville Chamber of Commerce
Member, Placemaking - Washingtonville
Member, Grace Community Church
Political Affiliation
Republican
Conservative
Independence
Important Issues
Economic Development and Job Creation and Retention
Public Safety and Security
Opiate Epidemic
County Roles (Chairs, Committees, Subcommittees, County Boards, Agencies)
Public Safety and Emergency Services Committee, Chairperson, 2025, Member 2018-2024
Education and Economic Development Committee, 2019 to present
Personnel and Compensation Committee, 2018-2021, 2024 to present
Health and Mental Health Committee, 2018-2019
Rules, Enactments and Intergovernmental Relations Committee, 2022 -2023, 2025
Special Committees:
Chairperson, Orange County Economic and Gaming Committee
Member, Green Committee (Committee rescinded by Resolution No. 256 of 2023)
County Boards/Agencies:
Member, HOME Program Committee
Member, Soil and Water Conservation District
Source: Portions from discussion about the coming race with Courier Journal Editor, Edie Johnson, quote to Mid-Hudson News, and Orange County Government Legislators Information.
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