Mineola, NY - Running for his third term, Nassau County Legislator Joseph Scannell (D-Baldwin) won a decided victory in Nassau County's 5th Legislative District on Tuesday, November 4, reflecting a growing base of support and popularity.

"I am deeply honored and humbled by the ongoing support of my constituents. Their trust in me and my ability to help Nassau County turn the corner toward financial stability is vitally important to my individual goals and the greater goals of the administration and Democratic majority. I am confident that we will continue to make strides toward fiscal solvency and that residents will again be proud to be a part of this great county," said Legislator Scannell.

Legislator Scannell, topped his Republican opponent, Kevin Kamen, by a vote of 5,977 to 4,292. Susan Wilmer, who ran on the Conservative line, received 378 votes. "I believe the numbers illustrate a clear mandate from the people that they like what we have been doing and that they want us to continue. They understand the necessity of doing what needed to be done to get the county back on the right track. Nassau County residents can again hold their heads up high. I will continue to ensure we never take a step back to the way things were. We have come too far," said Legislator Scannell.

The win ensures the Democratic majority its 10-9 edge and promises continuity of County Executive Thomas Suozzi's goal of restoring fiscal health to Nassau County.