Meet Shawyn’s Team
Over the last four years, one of the main reasons we’ve been able to deliver positive change for the people of Mount Vernon is that I have treated my colleagues in government as partners and not adversaries. We don’t always agree with each other, but we always treat each other with respect and try to find common ground. In order to continue making government work for the people, I need partners who understand what our city needs and how to best achieve it. That’s why Jaevon Boxhill and Derrick Thompson are exactly the right choices for City Council.
Re-elect Councilman Derrick Thompson
Born and raised in Mount Vernon, Derrick Thompson is the youngest of 4 children and is a part of one of the largest families in Mount Vernon. Derrick was educated in the Mount Vernon School District from Elementary School through High School. He has been employed by the Mount Vernon School District since September of 1995.
His family and friends know him as the man who can do ANYTHING. He credits his mother Deborah Seward-Thompson for instilling the values in him to survive and ALWAYS do right by other people. He always goes above and beyond to help people.
Derrick became a Foster Parent in October of 20221 because one of his students were in dire need of placement. Derrick enjoys being a father, son, uncle, cousin, nephew, educator, entrepreneur and motivational speaker, but most of all; he loves being a servant to his community and helping people in need. Uplifting, encouraging and teaching people gives him great joy.
Elect Jaevon Boxhill to City Council
Jaevon Boxhill epitomizes integrity and professionalism. He has been in public service for over a decade, starting as an accountant in the Mount Vernon Comptroller’s office before rising to the position of 1st Deputy Comptroller, where he oversaw all financial operations for the City of Mount Vernon. Jaevon then worked as the fiscal analyst for the Westchester County Board of Legislators and he was part of the team that secured $29.9 million that was used to rebuild Memorial Field. Jaevon is now a Senior Budget Analyst for Westchester County. He oversees and implements an annual budget of over $2.3 billion, funding everything from the county airport, the correctional facility in Valhalla, the county police department, childcare facilities, and first-class parks and green spaces.
He obtained a degree in Economics and Finance from Lehman College and a Law Degree from Albany Law School. Jaevon loves Mount Vernon and he knows he can help make it better. He is fully invested in the betterment of Mount Vernon. This City has given him so much, and he wants to give back. He is passionate about the community and will undoubtedly make a positive impact.