Thomas J. McCarthy R

BACKGROUND

• McCarthy, 67, a registered Republican, is running for reelection on his eighth term on the Republican and Conservative party lines.

• McCarthy was previously a marine patrolman for the town of Smithtown.

• He also serves as deputy supervisor.

ISSUES

• McCarthy said he wants to focus on prioritizing keeping taxes low for residents while providing good services for residents.
• McCarthy said he also wants to focus on keeping parks, beaches and roads optimal to preserve the quality of life in Smithtown.
• Regarding development, McCarthy said that while he believes in development that would revitalize downtown areas in Smithtown, he would not allow massive overdevelopment and refers to guidelines in the comprehensive plans for the town and other hamlets such as Kings Park to guide development.