I am both grateful and humbled that the voters of Nassau County elected me county comptroller last Tuesday. I thank each and every voter who expressed confidence in my ability to deal honestly, fairly and with scrupulous accountability with the daunting task of restoring our showcase county to financial solvency over the next four years.

"The changing of the guard" is never easy, and I appreciate that the dramatic change from Republican to Democratic administration will require both County Executive-Elect Tom Suozzi and me to earn the confidence and trust of Nassau County citizens. My door, phone, and e-mail address will be open to everyone. Again, I thank the voters of Nassau County for the privilege of serving them.

Howard S. Weitzman

Nassau County Comptroller-Elect