Poughkeepsie in Dutchess County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Lucille P. Pattison

Dutchess County Office Building

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, June 30, 2019

1. Lucille P. Pattison Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

In appreciation and recognition of Lucille P. Pattison who served in this office building for nearly two decades. Serving as County Legislator and both Minority and Majority Leader, she won a special election for Dutchess County Executive in 1978 becoming the first woman to hold such office in New York State.

As Dutchess County's first female County Executive, she served from 1979 to 1991 bringing honor, dignity and grace to the office. She was a role model for women throughout county government and the community. Lucille Pattison's legacy of public service will echo in these halls as inspiration for all those who follow in her path of public service. Because of her dedicated service, Dutchess County is a better place. Dedicated September 20, 2013
Marcus J. Molinaro
County Executive

Erected 2013 by Dutchess County.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1978.

Location. 41° 42.21′ N, 73° 55.76′ W. Marker is

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in Poughkeepsie, New York, in Dutchess County. Marker is on Market Street north of Cannon Street, on the left when traveling north. Marker is mounted at eye-level, directly on the Dutchess County Office Building, near the main front entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 22 Market Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. On This Site (a few steps from this marker); In Affectionate Memory (within shouting distance of this marker); Constitution Ratification Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Matthew Vassar (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); World War II Memorial (about 700 feet away); Poughkeepsie Vietnam Veterans Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away); Vassar Brothers Institute (approx. 0.2 miles away); Van Kleeck House Site (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Poughkeepsie.

Also see . . . Dutchess County Honors Lucille P. Pattison. In 1978, Pattison became Dutchess County’s and New York State’s first female county executive when she won a special election following the indictment and subsequent resignation of County Executive Edward Schueler. Pattison also was the first Democrat to serve as Dutchess County Executive. Lucille Pattison was credited with bringing integrity back to the Office of the County Executive. As County Executive, Pattison expanded the influence of the

Lucille P. Pattison Marker (<i>wide view</i>) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, June 30, 2019

2. Lucille P. Pattison Marker (wide view)

Executive branch of county government with a focus on a higher level of professionalism throughout county departments. (Submitted on November 12, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

Dutchess County Office Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, June 30, 2019

3. Dutchess County Office Building

Credits. This page was last revised on November 12, 2019. It was originally submitted on November 12, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 148 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 12, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.