Exclusive: Yakov Yosef Kaufman and Yosef Hersch Gross Discuss with Rockland Daily Their Spring Valley Trustee Candidacy

I’m In advance of the upcoming Spring Valley election, Rockland Daily sat down with Yakov Yosef Kaufman and Yosef Hersch Gross, who are running together for village trustee.

Kaufman emphasized the importance of building on the progress made under the village’s new leadership. "There’s a new mayor, new trustees, and new energy," he said. "But we also need the existing energy to continue. I appreciate the work of the trustees and want to bring in a fresh boost."

Gross highlighted the collaborative approach of their campaign."We’re running together, not against each other," he explained. "Teamwork and cooperation are essential to strengthening Spring Valley’s future."

Kaufman shared his vision for the village, stressing practical improvements and community understanding. "I have new ideas, and I understand the neighborhood deeply," he said. "Spring Valley needs leadership that builds on what’s already been accomplished while bringing in fresh thinking to move forward."

Gross added his commitment to the residents and the shared goals of the campaign."Our focus is on making Spring Valley an even better place for everyone who lives here," he said. "By working together, we can deliver real, tangible improvements across the community."