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Arthur J. Johnson, Supervisor
Home: (518) 584-4840
Office: (518) 587-1939 ext. 218
Liaison to Wilton Emergency Squad
2 year term
1/1/10-12/31/11
Biography:
Art Johnson was born and raised in Albany, New York and has lived in Wilton since 1973. He has been active in town government for over 20 years. Art received an accounting degree from Albany Business College and attended the University at Albany, SUNY. He retired from the New York State Department of Tax and Finance after 34 years of service. Art is a member of several community organizations.
Government Experience:
In 1981, he was elected Town Assessor and served in that capacity for 14 years. In 1994 he was appointed Town Councilman and at the same time was named Deputy Supervisor. Art was elected to the councilman position in 1995 and re-elected in 1999. He served as the town board liaison to the Town Courts, the Assessor’s office and the Wilton Emergency Squad. In March 2002, Art was appointed Town Supervisor. He was elected to the position in November 2002.
Committees and Organizations: Art is Vice Chairman of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors. He serves as Chairman of the Economic Development Committee, Empire Zone Administrative Board and the Law and Finance Committee. Art also serves on the Public Safety Committee, Environmental Developmental Committee and the Saratoga County Industrial Developmental Agency.
Top 5 Questions and Answers:
What portion of my property taxes are paid to the town? None, The Town General fund and Highway budget are funded mainly through sales and mortgage taxes collected by the County. There are special district taxes that all homeowners pay that are distributed to the Wilton Emergency Squad and either the Maple Avenue Fire Department or the Wilton Fire Department.
What are the responsibilities of the Supervisor? My job as Supervisor is the same as the CEO of a corporation. I direct the day-to-day Town activities including the supervision of all Town departments. It is my responsibility to communicate with local, State and Federal agencies on matters relating to town government.
Is the monthly Town Board meeting open to the public? Yes, we hold our Town Board meeting on the first Thursday of every month. It is here where we discuss all major issues concerning Town government.
If I have a question about a department within the town should I call the Town Supervisor? First try to get an answer from the department head; then, if you need further assistance, you may always contact the Town Supervisor or make an appointment through Nancy Riely, Secretary to the Supervisor.
How can I get my voice heard on Saratoga County issues? The Town Supervisor also serves on the Saratoga Board of Supervisors. My vote on county issues is weighted based proportionately on Wilton’s population in relation to the population of the other cities and towns in the County. Feel free to contact the Supervisor with any questions or concerns regarding county issues.
