The Somers Town Board election will be held on Tuesday, November 4—with early voting from Oct. 25-Nov. 2.
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Q&A with the Candidates:Want the inside scoop on who’s running? Hear from our candidates—no filters, no fluff. Tom Lamb and Don Frum are sharing their stories, their vision, and what drives them to run in this election.
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Tom Lamb is an attorney, father of two (soon to be three!), and a passionate member of the Somers community. He recently sat down to talk about his journey, his love for the town, and why he’s stepping into local politics. Here’s what he had to say.
1️⃣ Tell us about your background and how you ended up in Somers?
“I grew up in upstate New York and started practicing law back in 2013. My wife and I moved to Somers almost five years ago. We’ve got two daughters—one just started school at Primrose—and we’ve been involved in the community through daycare, sports, and all the usual kid stuff.
Politics has always been part of my life--I grew up around public service. I was registering voters and helping with campaigns back in college. I’ve worked on campaigns for judges, mayors, and town council candidates. It’s something I’ve always cared about.”
2️⃣ What do you love most about living in Somers?
“Honestly? Spending time with my kids at the parks. Reis Park is one of our favorites—it’s peaceful, has great walking trails, and it’s just a good place to slow down and connect with nature. We also love Lasdon Park, and you’ll probably find us grabbing a bite at Bobos or hanging out at the Town Center.
I love how Somers has this small-town feel where everyone spends time in the same places. That sense of community is something both my wife and I really appreciate.”
3️⃣ Why are you running for Town Board?
“I’m a dad with two young kids and another on the way, and like so many families in Somers, I care deeply about the future of our town. I’m running because I believe every family—whether you’ve lived here for generations or just moved in—deserves a voice in the decisions that shape our community.
We’re facing important choices, like what to do with the Pepsi site near Route 6. That kind of development impacts our schools, our roads, and our town services. These decisions shouldn’t be made in a vacuum—they should reflect the needs and priorities of the families who live here.
With my personal experience as a parent and my professional background, I bring a practical, family-focused perspective to the table. I want to help make sure the Town Board reflects the full range of voices in Somers.”
4️⃣ Let’s have fun for a minute—If you could wave a wand and accomplish one thing in Somers, what would it be?
“I joke about putting a splash pad in at Reis Park—my kids would love that—but if I had to pick something more serious, I’d say expanding the Somers Town Center. It’s already a great resource, but I think it could be even better. More amenities, more local businesses, more reasons for families to gather. That kind of investment helps everyone, including our property values.”
5️⃣ What gives you hope in today’s rocky political climate?
“The people. The folks I’ve met in Somers are good, kind, and want the best for their families. That gives me hope.
I work in a legal system that’s adversarial by design—it’s built to find the truth through debate. And I think politics should work the same way. We don’t all have to agree, but if we listen and engage honestly, the best ideas will rise to the top. I believe that.”
1️⃣ Tell us about your background and how you ended up in Somers?
“I grew up in upstate New York and started practicing law back in 2013. My wife and I moved to Somers almost five years ago. We’ve got two daughters—one just started school at Primrose—and we’ve been involved in the community through daycare, sports, and all the usual kid stuff.
Politics has always been part of my life--I grew up around public service. I was registering voters and helping with campaigns back in college. I’ve worked on campaigns for judges, mayors, and town council candidates. It’s something I’ve always cared about.”
2️⃣ What do you love most about living in Somers?
“Honestly? Spending time with my kids at the parks. Reis Park is one of our favorites—it’s peaceful, has great walking trails, and it’s just a good place to slow down and connect with nature. We also love Lasdon Park, and you’ll probably find us grabbing a bite at Bobos or hanging out at the Town Center.
I love how Somers has this small-town feel where everyone spends time in the same places. That sense of community is something both my wife and I really appreciate.”
3️⃣ Why are you running for Town Board?
“I’m a dad with two young kids and another on the way, and like so many families in Somers, I care deeply about the future of our town. I’m running because I believe every family—whether you’ve lived here for generations or just moved in—deserves a voice in the decisions that shape our community.
We’re facing important choices, like what to do with the Pepsi site near Route 6. That kind of development impacts our schools, our roads, and our town services. These decisions shouldn’t be made in a vacuum—they should reflect the needs and priorities of the families who live here.
With my personal experience as a parent and my professional background, I bring a practical, family-focused perspective to the table. I want to help make sure the Town Board reflects the full range of voices in Somers.”
4️⃣ Let’s have fun for a minute—If you could wave a wand and accomplish one thing in Somers, what would it be?
“I joke about putting a splash pad in at Reis Park—my kids would love that—but if I had to pick something more serious, I’d say expanding the Somers Town Center. It’s already a great resource, but I think it could be even better. More amenities, more local businesses, more reasons for families to gather. That kind of investment helps everyone, including our property values.”
5️⃣ What gives you hope in today’s rocky political climate?
“The people. The folks I’ve met in Somers are good, kind, and want the best for their families. That gives me hope.
I work in a legal system that’s adversarial by design—it’s built to find the truth through debate. And I think politics should work the same way. We don’t all have to agree, but if we listen and engage honestly, the best ideas will rise to the top. I believe that.”
With 40 years in town, 48 years as a trial attorney, and a lifetime of civic involvement, Don Frum isn’t just familiar with Somers—he’s woven into its fabric. From coaching youth sports to representing the town in court, Don has spent decades serving the community in ways big and small. Now, he’s stepping forward to bring that experience to the town board.
1️⃣ Tell us a little about yourself—your background, your family, and your connection to Somers.
“I’ve called Somers home for the past 40 years. It’s where my wife, a dedicated schoolteacher, and I raised our two children—both of whom went through the Somers school system. Today, my son teaches high school history and works as a personal trainer, while my daughter is a PhD psychologist serving veterans at the hospital in Northport, Long Island.
Professionally, I spent 48 years as a trial attorney, and for over a decade, I represented the Town of Somers in every lawsuit and notice of claim. I worked hard to protect the town’s interests and saved it a significant amount of money in the process.
My wife and I have been married for 47 years. Over the years, I’ve coached youth soccer and baseball, and played in the men’s softball league until I was 66. Being involved in the community has always been important to me. I’ve always loved being part of this community.”
2️⃣ What do you love most about living in Somers?
“The rural nature of the town is something I’ve always cherished. I’m a member of Lake Lincolndale, and I’ve spent countless summer evenings swimming there after work—it was my way of not missing summer, even with a busy schedule.
I’ve enjoyed the fireworks at Reis Park, the youth sports programs, and the sense of community that comes with raising a family here. It’s a town that’s given me a lot, and I’ve loved every minute of it.”
3️⃣ Why are you running for office?
“Perspective. I believe I’d bring a unique perspective to the Town Board. Imagine standing inches from a Monet painting—you’d see brushstrokes and chaos. But step back, and you see the full picture. That’s what I want to bring to the Town Board: the ability to step back and see the big picture for Somers.
I’ve got 40 years as a resident, 48 years as an attorney, over a decade representing Somers directly, and 74 years of life experience. I care deeply about this town, and I believe I can help guide it with wisdom and clarity.”
4️⃣ If you could accomplish one thing, what would it be?
“I’d love to see Somers embrace solar energy more fully. We’ve lagged behind in ecological progress, and that needs to change. We were rated one of the worst in Westchester County for environmental and sustainability initiatives by Westchester Magazine, and that’s unacceptable.
I’d also like to see the town support and improve our lake communities. They’re struggling financially, but they provide a wonderful service to residents. Enhancing those spaces would benefit everyone.”
5️⃣ What gives you hope even in today’s political climate?
“Local politics. That’s where real change starts. It’s hard to impact national issues as one person, but on a local level, you can make a difference. You can help shape your community, protect your values, and build something better from the ground up.
I believe our democracy is under pressure, but I also believe in the power of everyday people doing their part. This is my way of participating—beyond voting—and I’m ready to give back.”
1️⃣ Tell us a little about yourself—your background, your family, and your connection to Somers.
“I’ve called Somers home for the past 40 years. It’s where my wife, a dedicated schoolteacher, and I raised our two children—both of whom went through the Somers school system. Today, my son teaches high school history and works as a personal trainer, while my daughter is a PhD psychologist serving veterans at the hospital in Northport, Long Island.
Professionally, I spent 48 years as a trial attorney, and for over a decade, I represented the Town of Somers in every lawsuit and notice of claim. I worked hard to protect the town’s interests and saved it a significant amount of money in the process.
My wife and I have been married for 47 years. Over the years, I’ve coached youth soccer and baseball, and played in the men’s softball league until I was 66. Being involved in the community has always been important to me. I’ve always loved being part of this community.”
2️⃣ What do you love most about living in Somers?
“The rural nature of the town is something I’ve always cherished. I’m a member of Lake Lincolndale, and I’ve spent countless summer evenings swimming there after work—it was my way of not missing summer, even with a busy schedule.
I’ve enjoyed the fireworks at Reis Park, the youth sports programs, and the sense of community that comes with raising a family here. It’s a town that’s given me a lot, and I’ve loved every minute of it.”
3️⃣ Why are you running for office?
“Perspective. I believe I’d bring a unique perspective to the Town Board. Imagine standing inches from a Monet painting—you’d see brushstrokes and chaos. But step back, and you see the full picture. That’s what I want to bring to the Town Board: the ability to step back and see the big picture for Somers.
I’ve got 40 years as a resident, 48 years as an attorney, over a decade representing Somers directly, and 74 years of life experience. I care deeply about this town, and I believe I can help guide it with wisdom and clarity.”
4️⃣ If you could accomplish one thing, what would it be?
“I’d love to see Somers embrace solar energy more fully. We’ve lagged behind in ecological progress, and that needs to change. We were rated one of the worst in Westchester County for environmental and sustainability initiatives by Westchester Magazine, and that’s unacceptable.
I’d also like to see the town support and improve our lake communities. They’re struggling financially, but they provide a wonderful service to residents. Enhancing those spaces would benefit everyone.”
5️⃣ What gives you hope even in today’s political climate?
“Local politics. That’s where real change starts. It’s hard to impact national issues as one person, but on a local level, you can make a difference. You can help shape your community, protect your values, and build something better from the ground up.
I believe our democracy is under pressure, but I also believe in the power of everyday people doing their part. This is my way of participating—beyond voting—and I’m ready to give back.”
