Monticello Kiwanis hosts community leaders

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Posted 6/24/26

MONTICELLO, NY — Over the past few months, the Kiwanis Club of Monticello has hosted a very interesting lineup of community leaders and officials.

The Hon. Jacqueline Ricciani was sworn in as …

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Monticello Kiwanis hosts community leaders

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Sullivan County Treasurer Kathleen Lara, center, is pictured with presented with a 75th anniversary Kiwanis mug by Kiwanis President Marvin Rappaport and Kiwanis Program Chairperson Linda Barriger.

Sullivan County Family Court judge Jacqueline Ricciani, far left, was presented with a 75th anniversary Kiwanis mug by Kiwanis President Marvin Rappaport and Kiwanis Program Chairperson Linda Barriger.

Town of Thompson Supervisor Scott Mace, far right, is pictured with Kiwanis President Marvin Rappaport and Kiwanis Program Chairperson Linda Barriger.

Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce CEO Matthew Sush, center, is pictured with Kiwanis President Marvin Rappaport and Kiwanis Program Chairperson Linda Barriger.

Posted Wednesday, June 24, 2026 11:55 am

Contributed by the MONTICELLO KIWANIS

MONTICELLO, NY — Over the past few months, the Kiwanis Club of Monticello has hosted a very interesting lineup of community leaders and officials.

The Hon. Jacqueline Ricciani was sworn in as Sullivan County Family Court Judge on December 29, 2025. Judge Ricciani described how she has been working to assist vulnerable children in our community through the legal system.

Kathleen Lara was elected county treasurer in November 2025 after serving as deputy treasurer for 11 years. She discussed the numerous responsibilities of the county treasurer, including disbursing funds, collecting property taxes, revenue collection, financial reports, etc.

Matthew Sush was appointed as the president and CEO of the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce on February 2, 2026. From Day One, he has been busy directing the organization’s efforts to promote, support and advocate for the local businesses in the community. His past experience as a business relations officer at Jeff Bank is definitely beneficial for his new duties.

Scott Mace was elected Town of Thompson Supervisor in November 2025. He delivered an informative PowerPoint presentation focusing on a long-term comprehensive plan covering zoning developments, housing, recreation, parks, youth programs, etc.

It was easy to determine that the above presentations were a hub for learning about the inner workings of our community, since club members and guests were intrigued by the subjects and lingered, buzzing with many questions.

The Kiwanis Club of Monticello meets on the first Monday of the month at Albella’s Restaurant at 6 p.m. The focused mission is to improve the world, one child and one community at a time. Check out the club’s Facebook page at Monticello, NY Kiwanis Club.