Leadership · Family · Community

Serving Mount Hope with experience, accessibility, and accountability.

Paul J. Rickard brings a lifetime of public service to the office of Town Supervisor—working to keep local government responsive, responsible, and focused on the people it serves.

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Paul J. Rickard, Town Supervisor of Mount Hope — **Paul J. Rickard** Town Supervisor · Mount Hope, New York

20+ yearsMiddletown Police Department

2010–2023Mount Hope Police Chief

Since 2024Mount Hope Town Supervisor

A life of public service

Experience rooted in the community

Paul’s record spans law enforcement, community partnership, and town leadership. At each step, his focus has remained the same: listen carefully, act responsibly, and serve with integrity.

Public safety leadership

After more than two decades with the Middletown Police Department, where he rose to lieutenant, Paul served Mount Hope as Police Chief from 2010 until 2023.

Professional standards

As chief, Paul focused on hiring, training, policy, facilities, technology, and the professional standards needed to support effective local policing.

Community partnership

He helped launch Coffee with the Chief and Mount Hope’s first National Night Out, and worked with Hope Not Handcuffs to connect people with treatment and recovery support.

Town leadership

Elected in 2023, Paul now serves as Mount Hope’s chief elected official, presiding over the Town Board and helping guide local government.

In the community

Serving alongside neighbors

From youth programs and community events to public safety and family, Paul’s service has always been grounded in Mount Hope.

Paul Rickard visiting a local Girl Scout cookie table at an outdoor community event — Supporting local youth and community organizations.

Paul Rickard standing with three local Scouts wearing merit badge sashes — Celebrating young people committed to service and leadership.

Paul Rickard with local Scouts and community leaders at a recognition event — Recognizing achievement with local Scouts and community leaders.

Paul Rickard with local leaders and Scouts at a community ceremony — Coming together to honor service in the community.

Paul Rickard making a rubbing of a name at a memorial wall — Honoring those who served and sacrificed.

Paul Rickard taking part in a recorded community conversation as Mount Hope Police Chief — Building connections through open community conversation.

Paul Rickard standing outdoors with members of his family — Family is at the heart of Paul’s commitment to Mount Hope.

Paul Rickard with a community member at an outdoor event — Listening, connecting, and staying accessible.

Paul Rickard and a local leader standing at an outdoor recreation area — Working with local partners for the community.

Paul Rickard standing with two community members at an outdoor gathering — Neighbors coming together in Mount Hope.

Paul Rickard speaking to residents during a public safety presentation — Sharing information and answering residents’ questions.

Paul Rickard greeting two young students outside a school while serving as Police Chief — Making time for the youngest members of the community.

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Community priorities

Focused on the work that matters locally

Good town government is built on trust, access, careful management, and a steady commitment to public service.

Ethical, transparent government

Clear standards and safeguards that protect public trust and avoid conflicts of interest.

Accessible leadership

Regular opportunities for residents to ask questions, share concerns, and be heard.

Attention to detail

Timely meetings, dependable follow-through, and close attention to deadlines that affect taxpayers.

Strong public safety

Properly staffed local services and practical decisions that put community safety first.

A professional workforce

A competent town workforce treated fairly, supported properly, and held to high standards.

Get in touch

Paul wants to hear from Mount Hope residents.

Contact the Town Supervisor’s office for town matters, or reach Paul directly by campaign email or text.

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Town Supervisor’s Office

Phone(845) 386-2211
Emailprickard@townofmounthope.org
Address
1706 Route 211 West
Otisville, NY 10963

Direct contact

Emailpaul@rickard4supervisor.com
Cell / Text(845) 869-5289