A JOURNEY OF INTEGRITY AND SERVICE
In the world of Rockland County politics, Ed Day stands as a beacon of integrity and vision. Ed Day, born in 1951 in Brooklyn, began his journey in public service after graduating from Brooklyn Technical High School in 1968. He pursued higher education at Kingsborough Community College and Pace University while working full-time in the private sector. In 1979, he left a higher-paying job to join the New York City Police Department.
Political Leadership
In 2005, Ed ran for County Legislature and defeated the incumbent. Elected Rockland’s third County Executive in 2013, he eliminated the county’s deficit, introduced financial reforms, and prioritized public safety, achieving a significant turnaround in the county’s finances.