Erich Dittmar 
Councilmember | Ward 4

I am a Special Education teacher at the elementary level and live here in Canandaigua with my wife, Lauren. Born and raised just outside of the Finger Lakes region, I chose to move to Canandaigua because of its natural beauty, sense of community, and overall livability. Since moving to Canandaigua, I have renovated an 1890’s house, completed my graduate degree at St. John Fisher College, and started my career as an educator. I am also a member of Climate Smart Canandaigua due to my strong interest in environmental issues, my undergraduate education at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, and my desire to keep Canandaigua beautiful for all. I am very grateful to live in this city, and you can often find me walking and bicycling around town, kayaking on the lake, or gardening in my yard.

As a council member, I will represent the City’s best interests with a focus on the environment and keeping Canandaigua affordable for its residents. As a representative of Ward 4, I will make myself available to listen to the wants and needs of my constituents and advocate for them at the city level. We live in a truly unique place and I will work hard to protect and enhance our natural resources, financial security, and quality of life.   

It would be my honor to represent the smart, hardworking residents of Ward 4.
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