Ethical government
Promote financial disclosure, guard against conflicts of interest, and keep public decisions accountable to residents.
Re-elect Paul J. Rickard Jr.
Proven leadership.
Local commitment.
A lifetime of public service. A steady voice for safe neighborhoods, responsible town government, and a stronger Mount Hope.
30+ yearsin public service
Since 2024Town Supervisor
Mount Hopeneighbor and advocate
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A Mount Hope familyRooted here. Invested here.
A life of public service
Experience that’s always been about people.
Paul Rickard has spent his career listening, leading, and helping neighbors—first in public safety and now as Mount Hope Town Supervisor.
After more than two decades with the Middletown Police Department, Paul became Mount Hope Police Chief in 2010. He strengthened training, technology, professional standards, and community relationships before retiring from law enforcement in 2023.
Paul holds a master’s degree in public administration, is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, and has served as president of the Orange County Police Chiefs Association. He brings that same preparation and steady judgment to Town Hall every day.
Public administration
FBI National Academy
Community policing
Town leadership
Paul’s commitments to his neighbors
Local government should earn your trust.
Clear standards, open communication, careful decisions, safe neighborhoods, and respect for the people who serve our town.
Accessible leadership
Create regular daytime and evening opportunities for residents to ask questions, share concerns, and be heard.
Attention to detail
Hold timely hearings and meetings, meet important deadlines, and avoid preventable costs to taxpayers.
Public safety
Support appropriate police staffing and stand against measures that make Mount Hope less safe.
A respected workforce
Maintain a capable, professional team that follows the law, is treated fairly, and is compensated properly.
Prepared to lead
Service isn’t a slogan.
It’s Paul’s record.
From modernizing local policing and building community partnerships to bringing accessibility and transparency to Town Hall, Paul’s career has been grounded in practical service.
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In the community
Mount Hope, in every season.
Paul believes leadership begins by showing up. Swipe or scroll through moments from a life spent serving neighbors.
Let’s keep Mount Hope moving forward
Have a question for Paul?
Paul believes public service starts with listening. Reach out and share what matters to you and your family.