Islip Town Receiver Of Taxes Recognized As Community Leader

SAYVILLE, NY— Without community leaders, Sayville wouldn’t hum along nearly as smoothly as it does. We’d miss their contributions in big and small ways.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.

This submission comes from Jen Wittman, Sayville reader who nominated her husband, Andy Wittman.

How do you know the community leader?

He is an elected official for the Town of Islip, Receiver of Taxes. Has been a volunteer Firefighter for 30 years, retired FDNY. Former VP for our civic association and still an active member. He is a Rotarian for six. years. Member of 2 historical societies. Business member of our Chamber of Commerce. Father of three.

Why do you believe the community leader should be recognized or honored?

He's been doing so much for his community all these years and never asks for anything in return. I feel that he deserves to be recognized.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the community hero?

He saved a two-year-old child in 2006 in cardiac arrest.

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