DeAngelo, Shuback, and Ehlers Win — Neuhaus Secures Another Term as County Executive
By Kat Leslie
In another strong showing for local leadership and continuity, Team Warwick emerged triumphant in yesterday’s 2025 General Election, reaffirming the community’s trust in those who have championed responsible governance, open communication, and a shared vision for the town’s future. Among the most notable and resonant victories of the local election were those of Floyd DeAngelo and Kevin Shuback, Glenn R. Ehlers, and re-election of County Executive Steve Neuhaus.
Floyd DeAngelo and Kevin Shuback were elected to the Warwick Town Board, while Glenn Ehlers earned his second full term as Orange County Legislator for District 10. At the county level, Steve Neuhaus was re-elected Orange County Executive, continuing his stewardship of one of New York’s most dynamic counties.
The results reflected a broader truth — that Warwick and Orange County residents continue to value results over rhetoric, and community stewardship over political grandstanding.
Warwick Town Board: DeAngelo and Shuback Earn Broad Mandate
With voters turning out in steady numbers across the Town of Warwick, Floyd DeAngelo secured 4,110 votes (26%)*, followed by Kevin Shuback with 4,091 votes (26%)*, comfortably surpassing their challengers, who trailed by several hundred votes each.
DeAngelo, a long-time advocate for infrastructure improvements and open-space preservation, thanked supporters late Tuesday night:
“This is about keeping Warwick beautiful, affordable, and functional for generations to come. We’ve built a foundation of trust with residents, and tonight’s results tell me we’re doing something right.”
Shuback, a U.S. Marine veteran and small-business owner, emphasized teamwork and transparency in his remarks:
“I’m honored by this vote of confidence. Our community deserves leaders who pick up the phone, return calls, and actually listen. We’ll continue to do just that.”
Ehlers Wins County Legislature Seat: A Local Leader’s Rise
In the race for the Orange County Legislature District 10 seat, Glenn R. Ehlers captured approximately 2,319 votes (54 %), defeating his challenger who garnered around 2,022 votes (46%). A lifelong resident of the Warwick/Florida area and business-owner, Ehlers campaigned on a platform of open space preservation, stable taxes, economic development, education support and fiscal responsibility.
“I’m one of them.This is our community. “ Ehlers said, referring to the local residents, who turned out in large numbers to back him. “This isn’t about politics—it’s about people who wake up early, work hard, and care about where they live.”
His victory continues the trend of grassroots, locally-anchored candidates gaining traction in Orange County politics.
Neuhaus Re-Elected County Executive: Continuity and Confidence
County Executive Steve Neuhaus secured a commanding 58% of the vote (34754 votes)* to Michael Sussman’s 25,920 votes (42%)*, marking his fourth term in office.
Neuhaus’s message of fiscal stability, infrastructure investment, and open-space protection struck a familiar and reassuring chord with Orange County voters. His record of maintaining a AA+ bond rating, cutting costs, and improving efficiency resonated across party lines.
“Orange County’s success is a team effort—from the town boards to the county legislature,” Neuhaus said at his victory celebration. “I look forward to working with all the newly elected officials across Orange County to keep this county growing responsibly while preserving what makes our communities so special.”
A Broader Message: Local Issues, Not National Politics, Win the Day
This year’s election cycle in Orange County, and Warwick specifically, was anything but quiet, – it was proof that even small-town politics isn’t immune to the roar of national discourse. As presidential headlines and partisan talking points flooded social media feeds, some local candidates seemed to forget that the issues shaping Warwick’s future don’t originate in Washington — they start right here, on our roads, in our schools, and within our neighborhoods.
Yet, there were moments this fall when the tone of debate drifted far from potholes, park projects, and property taxes, and instead veered into a national shouting match over who should or shouldn’t be in the White House. Some saw Trump’s declining favorability as a sign of shifting public opinion and tried to ride that wave locally. The attempt fell flat.
Warwick voters, as they often do, cut through the noise, and sent a clear message at the polls: local elections are about local issues. They reminded everyone that good governance is less about slogans and more about solutions. It was the candidates who spoke about paving streets, preserving open space, and keeping taxes stable who ultimately earned the public’s confidence.
“People here care about their town, not the Twitter wars,” said one voter outside Warwick’s Senior Center. “National politics may come and go, but fixing our roads and keeping Warwick affordable is what matters.”
Looking Ahead
With DeAngelo and Shuback rejoining Town Supervisor Jesse Dwyer and fellow board members, Warwick’s leadership team is expected to continue focusing on road repairs, drainage improvements, parkland development, and long-term fiscal stability.
As Team Warwick celebrates another strong mandate, one lesson rings clear from this election cycle: when candidates focus on community, transparency, and respect, voters respond with trust.
The takeaway is simple: local leadership is earned through presence, not politics. While national figures may dominate the airwaves, it’s the leaders who show up at town meetings, answer calls, and roll up their sleeves who truly shape our community’s future.
*Unofficial results, as of 11:00 PM Tuesday 11/04/2025.
