James Vitiello-Town Council CandidateJames has lived in Dutchess for 20 years and his family loves calling Amenia home.

He has a specific skill set that will allow the Town Board a sound fiscal watchdog, while ensuring that service remains intact and residents are put first. James has lived in Dutchess for 20 years and his family loves calling Amenia home.James has more than 25 years of corporate, non-profit, and governmental experience. In his corporate career, James was the co-founder and executive vice president of Vitech Systems Group, a major national and international provider of technology to governments and large insurance companies. He helped lead Vitech from a company of two employees in 1993 to an international firm with over 1,300 employees.In James’ service to Dutchess County he has served on numerous committees and boards including the Mid-Hudson Civic Center, Astor Services for Children & Families, MTA Commissioner on behalf of Dutchess County, Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office Liaison to Emergency Response & County Executive’s Office, and is presently the Deputy Civil Defense Coordinator for Dutchess County, among many others.