Former Republican Mayor Nicholas Valentine offers his support on Monday, to Mayor Judy Kennedy, the independent Democratic candidate for reelection, launched her general election campaign for Mayor in front of 197 Lander Street. Hudson Valley Press/CHUCK STEWART, JR.

Councilwoman Karen Mejia offers her support on Monday, for Mayor Judy Kennedy, the independent Democratic candidate for reelection, launched her general election campaign for Mayor in front of 197 Lander Street. Hudson Valley Press/CHUCK STEWART, JR.

On Monday, Mayor Judy Kennedy, the independent Democratic candidate for reelection, launched her general election campaign for Mayor in front of 197 Lander Street. Hudson Valley Press/CHUCK STEWART, JR.