Luis Alvarez
NACo Board Member
Chairman, Sullivan County, N.Y. Legislature
Number of years involved in NACo: Two
Years in public service: 36
Occupation: Retired lieutenant in the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office
Education: Bachelor of science in physics
The hardest thing I’ve ever done is: Inform a parent that their child had died.
Three people (living or dead) I’d invite to dinner: My mother, sisters and children.
A dream I have is to: Serve and achieve, to create a better life for residents and family and to leave this country in a much better place for my children.
You’d be surprised to learn that: I love to dance.
The most adventurous thing I’ve ever done is: Be a parent.
My favorite way to relax is to: Read.
I’m most proud of: My children.
Every morning I read: Morning offering prayers.
My pet peeve is: People who are always negative.
My motto is: “Treat everyone as you wish to be treated.”
My favorite meal is: Lasagna.
The last book I read was: The Name of God is Mercy, by Pope Francis.
My favorite movie is: Patton.
My favorite music is: Dansa.
My favorite U.S. president is: John F. Kennedy.
My county is a NACo member because: In unity, there is strength.
