Tim Chittenden by Tim Chittenden

MyRye.com asked Rye city council candidate Tim Chittendenfor a biography we could share with our readers. We hope to get biographies from other candidates as well. Here in his own words is what Chittenden shared with MyRye.com:

"I was born and raised in Rye. I am 48 years old.

My mom Joyce and my dad  Bob met at Playland where my dad was working as a Westchester County Police Officer Special. They married in 1958. They had four children.  My brothers Jake and Tod, my sister Amy and myself.

I Graduated from Rye High School in 1978.

I have an Accounting degree from Westchester Community College.

I am married to my wife Lucille Moran (Rye H.S. class of 1984)

We have three children. TJ RHS 2006, Hayley RHS 2008 and Chelsea RHS Junior.

My dad was a member of the Rye Police Auxiliary for many years and rose to the ranks to become Chief. My dad also was in charge of the Rye Police Marine Unit as a Sergeant for 20 years. My dad also worked security at the United Nations retiring as a Lieutenant. My dad has had a very distinguished life and career. He and my mom retired to Virginia.

My mom Joyce raised three boys thirteen months apart and our baby sister. She also has had a very distinguished life and career and is considered a Saint by many.

My brother Jake became a Rye Police Officer in 1981. He became a Detective in 1993 and has had a stellar career with many excellent arrests and lifesaving awards.

My brother Tod and sister Amy are raising their families in Virginia.

I became a Police Officer in 1984 following in my dads and brothers footsteps. I was elected PBA Treasurer in 1989 and held that position until 1992 when I was elected PBA President. I was PBA President for fourteen years until 2007. I am currently the PBA Treasurer. During this time there were many tumultuous issues that the PBA was able to bring to resolution. In addition, many contracts were negotiated during this time frame. My biggest accomplishment at the Rye Police Department has been serving the sworn members of the department to the best of my ability and being a strong advocate for the safety and well being of both the members of the PBA as well as the public.

I have sat on the Board of the Affiliated Police Association of Westchester for 10 years. I currently serve as Treasurer.

I have been a delegate to the Police Conference of New York for 19 years.

I have been a member of the Rye Fire Department for about 15 years.

I have been a member of the Rye Fish and Game Club for more than 10 years.

I served as a Coach and Manager in the Rye Little League and served as Treasurer of the Rye Babe Ruth League.

I was one of the co-founders three years ago of the Rye Police Association Golf Classic. Funds raised by the Golf Classic has awarded many scholarships to many graduating Rye seniors as well as the children of PBA members. The Golf Outing was also established so our members and the residents and business owners of the community could get better acquainted and have fun while sharing the same goal of raising money for scholarships.  It has been very successful on all fronts.

I have volunteered my services to many for City of Rye boards and committees."

Comments

[Don't Fence Me In]

Did not mean to imply that there is anything not on the "up & up" but was just amazed at the comment.

I definitely would consider how someone runs their business in weighting whether to support them or not. Don't you think that that could be an indication of the type of councilman they would make?

[C U in NOVEMBER]

Don't Fene Me In,
By all means... enlighten us!!!

[Don't Fene Me In]

GoTim, did you really mean to type this:

"What does the way anyone runs their biz have to do with being a councilman?"

Wow..if you don'y know...

[ok]

Tim was not doing the manual labor himself during the fence company so there really should be no further discussion about it. And whoever has a problem with the picture is just a bit creepy, I dont see why a necessary recent picture of the kids and Tim has anything to do with Tim running for city council. A handful of you people are clearly attacking Tim for your own personal problems you have with him. Tim Chittenden would be great for Rye City Council, he is the most generous, helpful, and overall experienced man for the position. He wants to help and improve Rye for everyone. He has my vote, and I wish you luck TIm!

[GoTim]

hey oscar,
That is a pretty pathetic post. Fences are not cheap so I don't see why you think it is such a cash cow biz. Being in the cash biz doesn't make you a dishonest person. What does the way anyone runs their biz have to do with being a councilman?

[Oscar]

Tim Chittenden is an active citizen with an impressive track record of public service. Trouble is, he might not be paying all his taxes. Anyone who’s bought a fence from Tim knows he runs a cash business and receipts are in short supply. A thorough audit and investigation of Tim's business activities is needed to make sure he’s the right person to decide how Rye’s tax money is spent.

[Ishouldn'tlaughjustcan'thelpit]

Scooter,

My attitude, please. Your still being silly and you do make me laugh.

[Scooter]

Laugher -

If Tim shared your attitude, he'd make a lousy councilman, and a lousy candidate. I hope he's willing to face up to questions about his lawsuits and his disability. He claims he's for more transparency. Here's a chance to prove it.

[Ishouldn'tlaughjustcan'thelpit]

Scooter,

Obviously Tim was injured on the job.

Tim stated above that he became a cop in 1984.

They cost the same for all employees.

I'm not a cop but I'm pretty sure Franco is PBA pres.

Who told you Tim installs fences. Just because you repeat it doesn't make it true.

I didn't know that the teachers negotiate with council members. Or that council members can give into there demands.

Scooter I'm still laughing, just now at your silly questions.

[SERIOUSLY]

NEWS FLASH PEOPLE..... BIOGRAPHY & RESUME ARE ON TWO DIFFERENT PAGES IN THE WEBSTER!!! HE GAVE WHAT WAS ASKED!!! HE DIDN'T INSTALL FENCES HIS WORKERS DID!!!
ANOTHER NEWS FLASH..... THERE ARE FAR MORE THAN TIM ON DISIBILITY PAYMENTS AROUND HERE!!! YOU CHOSE YOUR PROFESSION & HE CHOSE HIS...IT COMES WITH THE JOB!!! COULD CARE LESS HOW LONG HE HAS BEEN A COP...WHY DOES IT MATTER??? HOW LONG HAS SCOOTER BEEN AN ASS??? DOES IT MATTER???
I WOULD HOPE NO COUNCIL MEMBER PRESENT OR FUTURE IS TAKING THE SIDE OF THESE GREEDY NON-RESIDENT TEACHERS!!!