Personal (Pedigree)
- Born in Orange County grew up in Pine Island, New York
- Resides in Pine Island, New York
- Warwick Valley High School (1994)
- SUNY Cobleskill (AAS 1996)
- Cornell University ( BS 1998, Masters 2000)
- Married to Jennifer, two children John and Ashley
- Enjoys hunting, fishing and outdoor activities
Business/Government Experience
- Co-Owner/Operator, John Ruszkiewicz Farms
- Member, Town of Warwick Planning Board 2012-2014
- Member, Town of Warwick Community Preservation Board 2010-present
Community Involvement
- President, Orange County Vegetable Growers Association
- Board Member, Orange County Farm Bureau
- Board Member, Pine Island Chamber of Commerce
- Chairman, Wallkill Valley Drainage Improvement Association
Political Affiliation
- Conservative
- Independence
- Republican
Important Issues
- Agriculture
- Drainage improvement and flood mitigation in the Black Dirt region
- Economic Development and Job Creation
County Roles (Chairs, Committees, Subcommittees, County Boards, Agencies)
- Chairperson: Education and Economic Development Committee
- Member, Personnel and Compensation Committee
- Member, Physical Services Committee
County Boards/ Agencies:
- Member, Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board
- Member, Orange County Soil & Water Conservation District