Peter Raider Runs for Blind Brook School Board

Peter Raider's motivations for seeking a seat on the Blind Brook Board of Education were straightforward.

"I took a look at what I feel is important to this community and made the decision," said Raider. "The simple fact is people move to Rye Brook for the school district. I will work diligently to preserve the quality of our schools while being fiscally responsible."

The Coldwell-Banker real estate broker has lived in Rye Brook since 1979, except for 3 years. Two of his children have graduated from Blind Brook, a daughter in 2008 and a son in 2010. His stepson is currently enrolled as a high school junior.

Currently president of the BelleFair Home Owners Association, Raider has also served on the Village of Rye Brook Traffic Commission. 

Raider takes a great deal of pride in his school involvement. "I have been a past class parent at Ridge Street School, I might have been the first father to do this," he said.

Also Raider said he chaired the PTA civic affairs committee for several years; helped the bond steering committee when the 2 most recent capital projects in the district were proposed and passed; and helped solicit for donations for the new playground built at Ridge Street School.  

Candidate Raider says the 4 most important issues facing the Blind Brook School District are: a new teachers' contract that will benefit the community and be fair to all; maintaining the quality and integrity of our schools and adding to the same; working with the entire community and all constituencies toward a common goal and not being divisive; and fiscal responsibility. 

Raider challenges his opponents to take the high road by running positive, frugal campaigns. He writes:

"I will not engage in negative campaigning and challenge the rest of the candidates to do the same. There is no place in our community for this. Second I will not run a high finance campaign, this would be hypocritical to my belief and why I want to run." 

Raider has worked as a Little League coach for the Rye Brook Recreation Department for more then 6 years.