KINGSTON – Johanna Contreras, a deputy county executive under the Pat Ryan administration, was sworn in as acting county executive on Friday.
Ryan is stepping into his new role as 19th District representative in Congress through the end of this year.
“I am committed to building upon the successes of County Executive Pat Ryan’s administration and continuing our work to support green growth and economic opportunity, provide financial relief to residents and govern with transparency and fiscal responsibility,” Contreras. “I have always centered the values of equity and inclusion and will continue to do so as acting Ulster County executive.”
Ryan said he is “confident she will serve our residents with the integrity and honor that she has shown throughout her career in public service.”
Legislature Chairwoman Tracey Bartels has “full confidence” that Contreras “will strive to maintain continuity and will serve the residents of Ulster County with dedication and distinction in this very important interim role.”
Previously Contreras held positions in the office of the mayor of the City of New York.
A resident of Kingston, Contreras and her husband have two children.
