penfield Town board members
Kevin Berry
Supervisor
Experienced leader committed to transparent governance and community development.
Supervisor
Experienced leader committed to transparent governance and community development.
Kevin Berry was elected to the Penfield Town Board in November 2023 and began serving in January 2024. He chairs the Public Safety Committee and acts as liaison to several community groups, including environmental, historical, and zoning boards.
With over 30 years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, Kevin currently serves as Vice President of Programs and Services at The Arc Wayne, where he promotes inclusive employment and workforce development.
His career began in Penfield in 1989 as a Direct Support Professional, and he has since led federally and state-funded programs aimed at helping people overcome employment barriers. Orphaned before age eighteen, Kevin’s early life instilled a strong sense of resilience and independence. He holds degrees in political science and communication from SUNY Cortland and SUNY Brockport.
A passionate advocate for inclusion, Kevin has supported the LGBTQ+ community for decades and previously led the Greater Rochester LGBTQ+ Political Caucus. He is also a proud adoptive father and grandfather. As a Council Member, Kevin is focused on collaborative governance, environmental stewardship, thoughtful development, and ensuring every resident has a voice in Penfield’s future.
Linda Teglash
Deputy Supervisor
Well organized, thoughtful, and gets things done!
Deputy Supervisor
Well organized, thoughtful, and gets things done!
Councilwoman Linda Teglash is committed to serving her community by actively supporting committees and working collaboratively with her colleagues. Before she was elected in 2023, Linda was an active member in the Penfield community, volunteering and serving on multiple organization boards.
Councilwoman Teglash has over 20 years of leadership experience in strategic business development, having worked for both large corporations and small businesses.
Linda and her husband, Jeff, moved to Penfield in 1998, where they raised their four children. She and Jeff reside on Parham Drive.
Jon Getz
Town Council
Dedicated to ensuring Penfield remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Town Council
Dedicated to ensuring Penfield remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Jon Getz is a seasoned attorney and respected leader in the legal community, with over three decades of experience representing individuals, small businesses, and first responders—including those impacted by the events of September 11th. His career has earned him numerous accolades and appointments to federal and state public policy boards, as well as a role as a federal court mediator.
Born on a Marine Corps base in North Carolina, Jon relocated to Western New York after the loss of his father and has since made Rochester his home for more than 30 years. A graduate of the University of Rochester, he has deep ties to the region and remains actively involved in both legal and civic life.
Jon has held prominent leadership positions, including serving as past president of the Monroe County Bar Association and currently as Vice President of the New York State Bar Association for the Seventh Judicial District. He has also contributed to legal education as a professor at SUNY Brockport and as Director of the Innocence and Justice Project at SUNY Buffalo Law School.
Beyond his legal work, Jon has been deeply engaged in community activities. He coached youth soccer for 15 years and served as president of the Penfield Strikers Soccer Club. He continues to mentor first-generation college students and participates in committees at the University of Rochester.
Living in East Penfield with his wife Julie, where they raised their two daughters, Jon remains committed to public service. He believes Penfield’s rapid development demands a fresh look at local legislation and calls for greater transparency, community dialogue, and improved traffic safety. With his extensive background in law and policy, Jon is ready to bring thoughtful leadership to the Town Council.
Bill Lang
Town Council
Lifelong resident. Public safety volunteer. Community planning expert.
Town Council
Lifelong resident. Public safety volunteer. Community planning expert.
Bill Lang is a lifelong Penfield resident and community planning expert with nearly 20 years of experience in local government and emergency response. A graduate of Penfield High School and St. John Fisher University, he has served the community in many roles—from Board Member and EMT with Penfield Ambulance to Firefighter and Captain with the West Webster Fire Department. He now works as Director of Community Development for the Town of Irondequoit.
Beyond his professional work, Bill is deeply involved in youth sports, coaching for Penfield Little League and Webster Junior Warriors football. He lives in the Burrows Hills neighborhood with his wife Angela and their son James.
With extensive knowledge of planning, legislation, and emergency management, Bill is running for Town Council to provide thoughtful, transparent leadership. As Penfield shifts from rapid growth to more deliberate progress, he advocates for open dialogue on development, government transparency, and traffic safety—particularly improving pedestrian safety along major roads like Browncroft Boulevard, Empire Boulevard, and Penfield Road.
Catherine Dean
Town Council
Small business owner and longtime community leader
Town Council
Small business owner and longtime community leader
Catherine Dean is a small business owner and longtime community leader with more than a decade of public service. A 32-year resident of Penfield, she and her husband raised their three sons here while building and running successful small businesses. Originally from the Rochester area, Catherine and her family chose Penfield after carefully considering several communities, and they've never looked back. Now empty nesters, she and her husband remain deeply committed to the town they're proud to call home.
Catherine served on the Penfield Board of Education for 12 years, including as time as both Board Vice President and Board President. During her tenure, she worked on numerous district committees and was actively involved with the Monroe County School Boards Association, serving on additional committees at the county level. Her years on the board reflect a strong commitment to students, families, and thoughtful governance.
After completing her final year on the School Board two years ago, Catherine refocused her energy on her family's businesses. As a small business owner, she understands firsthand the dedication, patience, and attention to detail it takes to succeed. From delivering a great customer experience, to keeping a close eye on the bottom line, Catherine has been a part of it.
In January 2026, Catherine was appointed to the Penfield Town Council. She is now running to continue serving the community she loves, bringing practical business experience and a collaborative leadership style to Town Hall. As Penfield enters its next chapter, Catherine believes it's time to focus on smart, planned progress; expanding attainable workforce and senior housing, making meaningful improvements to traffic safety and infrastructure, and working collaboratively with local and state partners to keep Penfield strong.