Josh Jensen

Josh Jensen was born in Rochester, New York,[1] and lives in Greece, New York. Jensen graduated from Hilton High School.[2] He earned an undergraduate degree from Niagara University.[1][2] Jensen's career experience includes working as the director of communications and director of community affairs and public policy for former State Senator Joseph Robach.[2]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Josh Jensen currently serves as a Town of Greece Councilman representing the residents of the 3rd Ward, has spent his career serving his community through public service. He has a record of hard work ensuring that our families and neighbors have an affordable and safe town that provides the services they need. Jensen has proudly supported town budgets that lowered the tax rate while keeping a cap on spending, increased resources for police and public safety, and prioritized measures to improve and maintain vital infrastructure. Previously, Jensen served in various capacities for New York State Senator Joseph E. Robach, including as Director of Communications and Director of Community Affairs and Public Policy, as well as a volunteer with the Hilton Education Foundation and Rochester area chapter of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Jensen is a lifelong resident of the Town of Greece and graduate of Hilton High School and Niagara University. He currently lives in Greece with his wife, Casey and children, Margot and Brendan.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

As your Assemblyman, Josh Jensen will fight to reduce the tax burden on working families and small businessAs your Assemblyman, Josh Jensen support law enforcement, and work with those to prioritize protecting our communities and neighborhoodsAs your Assemblyman, Josh Jensen will support investment in education

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

- Education

- Public Safety

- Transportation and Infrastructure

- Healthcare and Long-Term Care Facilities

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The number one responsibility of anyone elected to public office is providing exception constituent service for those they represent.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to be known as a public servant who cared about the constituents I served and worked tirelessly to make my community a better place for all those who call it home.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first truly historical moment of my lifetime that I recall was the events of September 11th, 2001. As an 8th grader at Hilton's Merton Williams Middle School, who was in class at the time of the attacks, I remember our teachers spending time during that day trying to keep our young minds at ease while they themselves didn't know what was truly happening. Over the following weeks, it was the the work of my Social Studies teacher, Mr. Vidas, whose work in helping us understand what had happened and why, helped grow my interest in government, public service and trying to make a difference in our world.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

The last song that got stuck in my head was "Remember Me," from the movie Coco. It is my twins favorite movie and between that movie, Frozen II, and Moana, we have a running Disney soundtrack on at all times in our house.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

I believe that having state representatives with prior elected governmental experience is critically important to ensure that the community will have a voice in the state Capitol who will be able to get to work and advocate for the district on Day 1. As someone who has been elected by the community twice, and served as a staff member for a State Senator, I understand how to be an effective representative for those I serve and how important it is to work with my colleagues in government and key community stakeholders for positive results.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

New York State's greatest challenge over the next decade is the ever increasing taxes and mandates that are making it harder for families and small businesses to survive and thrive in our state.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

I believe it is beneficial for legislators to build positive relationships with fellow legislators from both parties and in both legislative chambers. A good representative is always willing to work collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes for the community they serve and if elected I look froward to working with all of my colleagues in the Assembly and Senate.