Schenectady, NY -- Schenectady County Legislator Philip Fields has announced his resignation from the Legislature, effective December 31, 2024, due to the increased demands of a recent promotion.

Fields, who was appointed to the Legislature in January 2004, has represented District 2 in the City of Schenectady since then.

He currently serves as Deputy Chair of the Legislature and Chair of the Rules and Ways & Means Committees.

According to the County Charter, a special meeting must be called within 45 days of a vacancy occurring. During this meeting, the full legislature will take nominations and vote to appoint someone to fill the vacancy.

Gary Hughes, Chair of the Schenectady County Legislature said,

It has been a privilege to serve alongside Legislator Fields and to have been part of the body that appointed him more than two decades ago. His steadfast commitment to our community, his leadership in crafting responsible budgets that balanced critical services with fiscal responsibility, and his historic tenure as one of our longest-serving members leave an enduring legacy. We thank him for his dedicated service and wish him the very best in the future.

Fields said,

It has been an incredible honor to serve the people of District 2 and Schenectady County over the past 21 years. I'm proud of what we've accomplished together, from fostering economic growth through our unified economic development team to improving public services and preserving the unique character of our community. I am grateful for the trust and support of my colleagues, County staff, and residents throughout my tenure. While I am stepping down, I remain committed to Schenectady County's success and look forward to seeing its continued progress.