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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Irondequoit supervisor sues to get on ballot, ordered to keep working remotely
Irondequoit Supervisor Andrae Evans is suing the Monroe County Board of Elections in a bid to be on the Democratic primary ballot. Meanwhile, a judge ruled Friday that Evans must, for now, continue to work remotely, as he has been ordered to do by a resolution from the town board. State Supreme Court Justice Elena Cariola decided Friday that Evans could fulfill his duties remotely and that the actions from the town board don't hamstring him in that job. Evans can successfully work remotely, whether in virtual meetings or addressing town issues, Cariola said. "He can do whatever he needs to from home," she said. Attorneys for Evans have argued that he cannot carry out his duties from home and that the town board illegally placed the restrictions on Evans with a resolution. The law does not allow such severe steps from a resolution, attorneys contended, but Cariola differed and decided the town board was within its rights. Evans is now battling both the town board, which decided he violated the town's sexual harassment and anti-retaliation policies, and the Monroe County Board of Elections, which determined he fell short of the needed petition signatures to be on the primary ballot. Evans has pushed back against the allegations of harassment from town employees, who alleged in an investigation by a law firm that he made inappropriate comments, some laced with sexual innuendo. He also is accused of retaliation against complainants. In his bid to be on the primary ballot, Evans needed 500 signatures of enrolled Democrats. He turned in 617, but the board decided, after objections to the petitions, that 128 were invalid. That left Evans with 489 signatures. In his lawsuit he argues that his petitions do include at least 500 valid signatures. Irondequoit Town Board member John Perticone is also seeking the Democratic nomination for town supervisor and has the backing of the town's Democratic committee. The town board has called for Evans to resign, but he has refused. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Andrae Evans sues to get on ballot, ordered to keep working remotely
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Irondequoit Supervisor Andrae Evans fails to qualify for Democratic primary ballot
Irondequoit Supervisor Andrae Evans, already battling allegations of sexual harassment, did not secure enough petition signatures for the Democratic primary. Officials with the Monroe County Board of Elections said that Evans fell short of the necessary petition signatures after a challenge. Evans had planned to seek the Democratic line for supervisor in what would be his second term if re-elected. Town Board member John Perticone is running for supervisor and has the backing of the town's Democratic committee. In a report from an investigative law firm, Evans was accused of making improper comments, laden with sexual innuendo, to a staff member as well as in more public settings with town employees. He also is accused of retaliation against town employees. Evans has been censured by the town board and ordered to work remotely. He is challenging the town board actions in court. He has refused requests to resign. Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley is also seeking Evans' removal from office in a process that would require actions by appellate judges from the state Supreme Court. The Democrat and Chronicle reached out to Evans via email Friday. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Irondequoit Supervisor Andrae Evans fails to qualify for primary
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Law firm severs relationship with the Town of Irondequoit
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A law firm has officially severed ties with the Town of Irondequoit, the town announced Thursday morning. The Town of Irondequoit's Facebook page posted a screenshot of what appears to be an email message announcing Brown Hutchinson will be severing its relationship as town attorney. This stems from the law firm being allegedly excluded from an investigation and proceedings, which led to a special meeting that was scheduled for January 30. Local leaders 'troubled' by lack of transparency in Irondequoit investigation Furthermore, the town claims another law firm, Bond Schoeneck & King, raised allegations that the town board and special counsel's 'certain actions' may have been unlawful and in violation of due process. It has not been confirmed if these were connected to the sexual harassment allegations made against Irondequoit Town Supervisor Andrae Evans. In a recent town board workshop, Evans called the accusations unfair and politically motivated while the town board said his alleged behavior was 'unacceptable.' The town made this recent announcement to remain transparent following 'recent developments in the Town of Irondequoit.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Yahoo
Monroe County DA's Office launches investigation into Irondequoit Town Supervisor
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Monroe County District Attorney's Office is launching an investigation into Irondequoit Town Supervisor Andrae Evans. According to the DA's Office, Sandra Doorley will be investigating Evans for potential criminal conduct or removal from office. This stems from allegations that he made sexual remarks to a female employee. An investigative report was released accusing Evans of violating the town's anti-harassment and sexual harassment policies. The report lists instances of strange text messages and sexual remarks allegedly made by Evans towards female employees. The report also accuses Evans of retaliating against an employee. The Irondequoit Town Board recently called the findings of an investigation into the sexual harassment allegations as 'unacceptable.' Previously, Evans apologized but said he did not plan on re-signing and sought re-election. However, during Monday's town board meeting, he claimed he was unjustly accused for political reasons. The DA's Office says it will review the current findings and conduct an outside investigation to determine if criminal charges are appropriate. You can read the full statement from the Monroe County District Attorney's Office below: Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley will be conducting an investigation into Irondequoit Town Supervisor Andrae Evans for potential criminal conduct or for removal from office pursuant to Public Officers Law §36. 'Following a referral from the Irondequoit Town Board and the Irondequoit Police Department, the Monroe County District Attorney's Office will review the current findings and conduct an outside investigation to determine if any criminal charges or penalties are appropriate.' 'There will be no further comment or update at this time.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
