HURLEY UNITED

Highway Superintendent Mike Shultis Announces Campaign for Re-election, Commits to Continued Progress and Professional Leadership

[HURLEY, NY] – Town of Hurley Highway Superintendent Michael (Mike) C. Shultis officially announced today that he is seeking re-election in the upcoming primary on June 23, 2026. Mike brings a lifetime of executive leadership, fiscal accountability, and a proven track record of modernizing town infrastructure. He is running to ensure the Highway Department remains professional, efficient, responsive, and entirely dedicated to public safety.

Reflecting on his tenure’s accomplishments, Shultis highlighted major structural improvements delivered to the town, including the successful management of critical drainage projects across Hurley—with vital work completed on Sheryl St, Orchard St, Wall St, Bristol Ct, Holland Dr, Park Dr, Hickory Ln, Joys Ln, and recently Terry Ln. Looking ahead to the 2026 operational year, the department is already moving forward with plans to replace large, deteriorating culverts on Old Rt 28 and Park Dr, alongside the paving of an additional 2.2 miles of town roadways.  

"Over the last several years, we have transformed the Highway Department into an organized, proactive operation," said Shultis. "We streamlined our budget and tackled long-standing infrastructure problems head-on, saving over $1.2 million in taxpayer dollars by building a top-notch crew that can perform major construction work completely in-house. Our roads are safer, our drainage is better, and our tax dollars are being spent wisely. We also upgraded our fleet with essential equipment—including four new Kenworth plow trucks, a John Deere 410 backhoe loader, and a Ford 1-ton plow—to more efficiently address the needs of our community."

The re-election campaign comes at a time when the department is gearing up for major, long-term highway-related infrastructure developments, including the upcoming construction of the town’s new Highway Garage.

"Leadership requires making tough, professional decisions to ensure accountability, protect taxpayers, and guarantee the safety of both our staff and the public," Shultis stated.

Before serving as Highway Superintendent, Shultis spent decades as a self-employed business owner in timber harvesting and as the CEO of two successful technology firms. This extensive private-sector background has enabled him to implement modern operational methods, spreadsheet tracking for payroll, and complex multi-tiered employee management systems. This data-driven efficiency allows the department to navigate tight municipal budgets and effectively respond to emergency infrastructure needs after major weather events without compromising community safety.

"The work we do is too important for political games," Shultis added. "It’s about making sure our plows are ready, our roads are paved, and our infrastructure can withstand the next big storm. It’s also about putting together and managing a great team. I am asking for your vote on June 23rd so we can keep moving Hurley forward together."