Mineola Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Brings Corporate Experience to Local Government

Sartori, a former L'Oréal marketing executive, is running for reelection on a platform of fiscal responsibility and community building.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Janine Sartori, the deputy mayor of Mineola, New York, is running for her second full term in the upcoming election. Sartori, who previously worked in marketing for companies like Revlon and L'Oréal, brings a corporate background to her role in local government. She cites her financial expertise and commitment to the community as key motivations for her continued service.

Why it matters

Sartori's transition from the private sector to public service highlights the growing trend of professionals with corporate experience seeking roles in local government. Her focus on fiscal responsibility and community development aligns with the priorities of many small municipalities looking to revitalize their downtowns and maintain a high quality of life for residents.

The details

After a career in marketing and finance, Sartori was appointed to the Mineola zoning board in 2019 and then to the village board in 2021. As deputy mayor, she has worked on initiatives like securing a $4.5 million New York Forward Grant to revitalize the village's downtown area. Sartori cites her background in budget management and working with both large and small companies as key assets she brings to her role in local government.

  • Sartori was appointed to the Mineola zoning board in 2019.
  • Sartori was appointed to the Mineola village board in 2021.
  • Mineola was awarded a $4.5 million New York Forward Grant in early 2024.

The players

Janine Sartori

The deputy mayor of Mineola, New York, who is running for reelection. Sartori previously worked in marketing for companies like Revlon and L'Oréal.

Paul Pereira

The mayor of Mineola, New York, who Sartori met through their children and who later appointed her to the village board.

Jeffrey Clark

A Mineola village trustee who is also up for reelection alongside Sartori and Pereira.

Scott Strauss

The former Mineola mayor who appointed Sartori to the village board in 2021 after Dennis Walsh vacated his seat.

Dennis Walsh

The former Mineola village trustee who left his seat to join the North Hempstead town council.

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What they’re saying

“It was a happy blessing. When I landed here, I was in awe of it. It was a pretty lucky coincidence that I landed in Mineola.”

— Janine Sartori, Deputy Mayor (longislandpress.com)

“I could not believe how transparent the government was here.”

— Janine Sartori, Deputy Mayor (longislandpress.com)

“Part of that is the invigorating of our downtown. We were able to secure money through the state, which will help us to make it a wonderful place to be.”

— Janine Sartori, Deputy Mayor (longislandpress.com)

What’s next

Sartori, along with Mayor Pereira and Trustee Clark, will face voters in the Mineola village election on March 18.

The takeaway

Sartori's transition from the corporate world to local government highlights the growing trend of professionals with business experience seeking roles in public service. Her focus on fiscal responsibility and community development aligns with the priorities of many small municipalities looking to revitalize their downtowns and maintain a high quality of life for residents.