Incumbent Republican Angie Cullin defeated Democratic challenger Claudia Borecky Tuesday for 5th district council member.

Cullin captured 62.06 percent of the total vote against the non-incumbent, Borecky.

"Helping people is what I'm about," Cullin told Patch. "I believe that voters clearly recognized Team Murray's tax freeze agenda as one of the many ways in which our town board works to help people during these challenging times. I am grateful for the support I have received, and I'm ready to work harder than ever for the residents whom I represent."

Cullin has served the 5th district since her appointment in January 2001 and subsequent election in November 2003.

Cullin was the first woman to serve as receiver of taxes, having been appointed in April 1993 and subsequently elected to the position. She made history on Nov. 3, 1987 when she became the first woman in the history of the town to be elected to the town board. She served as a councilwoman since her appointment in January 1987 until being appointed Receiver of Taxes in 1993.

Prior to that, Cullin served as administrative assistant to the New York State Assembly for eight years.

Editor's Note: The 5th district is comprised of Barnum Island, Bellmore, Lido Beach, Merrick and Point Lookout and parts of Freeport, North Bellmore, North Merrick, Seaford and Wantagh.