Pelham trustee candidates face vetted questions in virtual forum

The League of Women Voters hosts a virtual candidate forum for the Pelham Village Trustee race on Wednesday, October 28, at 5:30 PM. The event takes place over Zoom, allowing the public to register and attend remotely. This forum serves as a direct channel for residents to hear from candidates without partisan intervention.

The League organizes these sessions to maintain a nonpartisan stance, ensuring no candidate receives preferential treatment. Moderators trained by the League, who reside outside the village, will ask all questions and enforce agreed-upon guidelines. The questions have been vetted in advance to avoid duplication and cover a wide range of topics relevant to the trustee office. Candidates and their staff will not see the questions before the event begins.

The League emphasizes a respectful environment that encourages civil discourse. By using outside moderators and pre-set questions, the organization aims to keep the focus on the issues rather than political maneuvering. The webinar format allows for broader access compared to in-person events.

Residents of Westchester County can also use the Vote411.org website to check voter registration status and find polling locations. The site provides ballot information and candidate responses to standardized questions. Voters have the option to cast ballots during early voting, which runs from October 24 to November 1, 2026.

General election voting takes place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The League reminds registered voters to participate in the upcoming municipal election. The forum provides a final opportunity for residents to review candidate positions before casting their votes.