Jim Messa Endorsed for New Hartford Town Supervisor Role

A public endorsement for Jim Messa as the next town supervisor of New Hartford has emerged from a former colleague, highlighting his leadership qualities and professional integrity. Jamie Maiolo, a resident of the nearby city of Rome, shared his perspective on Messa’s candidacy, drawing from their two-decade-long professional relationship.

Maiolo, who worked directly under Messa for eight years while he served as vice president at their previous employer, described Messa as a leader who consistently demonstrated vision and integrity. “I watched Jim grow within the company — from a sales representative to a manager and ultimately to a vice president — always leading by example,” Maiolo stated in his endorsement.

During their time together, Messa showcased his ability to face challenges directly. He earned the respect of his team through a combination of thoughtful delegation and a willingness to engage in hands-on work. “Under his guidance, I gained confidence and learned the value of perseverance during difficult times,” Maiolo added.

Messa’s leadership style is characterized by professionalism, fairness, and an unwavering commitment to his team. Maiolo emphasized that these qualities would benefit the New Hartford community. “Those same qualities — integrity, determination, and steady leadership — are exactly what any town would be fortunate to have,” he said.

Although Maiolo is not a resident of New Hartford, his firsthand experience with Messa’s leadership has convinced him of Messa’s capability to serve the community effectively. “I have no doubt he will serve your community with the same fairness and dedication he brought to our workplace every day,” he concluded.

As the town of New Hartford approaches the decision regarding its next supervisor, endorsements like Maiolo’s may play a crucial role in shaping public opinion and voter sentiment.