Dispatch from U.N. Climate Talks in South Africa

Dear Friends and Colleagues, I am writing from a village in rural Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa. It’s a sunny and windy day, chickens pecking in the grass amid thatched huts and farm plots. To ... Continue »

Bound for South Africa

Dear Friends, I am writing on the eve of traveling to the United Nations negotiations in Durban, South Africa. Why I'm Going Like everywhere on the planet, here in upstate New York ... Continue »

Back to the White House

Friends, In June, I was invited to the White House in Washington, D.C. and met with President Barack Obama and senior advisors. I shared the outpouring of concern that Caroline citizens are voicing about the potential impacts ... Continue »

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Dominic takes questions at U.N. Press Conference
United Nations climate negotiations
Standing up to the Tar Sands pipeline at the White House in Washington, D.C.


Councilor and Deputy Town Supervisor
Town of Caroline, New York

I am proud to serve as Town Councilor and Deputy Town Supervisor of Caroline, New York. Caroline is a beautiful community with a passion for independence.

I am committed to building community, encouraging youth involvement, and strengthening Caroline’s leadership in renewable energy, inclusive decision making, and stewardship of the precious environment which sustains us.

 

Democracy in action

The Town of Caroline is a leader for our commitment to public involvement. Town committees are led by citizens, including emergency planning, land-use planning, trails and natural areas, watershed stewardship, energy independence, buildings and grounds, and public information.

Citizens who volunteer their time on these committees give direct input on Town government and policy. We are blessed to have such a diverse and active community of people working together to solve important issues affecting all our lives.

Visit www.townofcaroline.org for the latest Town news and events. I encourage you to ask questions and get involved. An informed and active citizenry is key to a successful democracy.

Energy Independent Caroline

Energy Independent Caroline is a collaboration among residents, Town Council, and community members to effectively use our natural resources to achieve energy independence from fossil fuels on a municipal & residential level.

Energy Independent Caroline is seeking volunteers for a wide range of projects deticated to a clean energy future. Get involved today!

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Frongillo is profiled as one of America’s 16 most notable young elected officials in Jeff Thigpen’s new book Young Politics and Liz Walker’s latest book, Choosing a Sustainable Future: Ideas and Inspiration from Ithaca, New York.