Councilman Ilan Gilbert
Ilan D. "Lanny" Gilbert is a career public servant and attorney who currently serves as a Councilman for the Town of Yorktown, New York, as of early 2026. He has held multiple high-ranking leadership roles within Yorktown and Westchester County over a career spanning more than four decades.
Current Roles (as of 2026)
- Yorktown Town Councilman: Sworn into office in December 2025 after winning a seat in the November 2025 election.
- Commissioner: Serves on the Board of Commissioners for the New York State Bridge Authority.
- Administrative Law Judge: Serves for the Westchester County Health Department.
Previous Political Career
- Yorktown Town Supervisor (2018-2019): Served as the town's chief executive. His tenure included initiatives such as the creation of the Economic and Business Revitalization Committee, infrastructure repairs (roads, sewers, and water systems), and the installation of backup generators for critical town facilities.
- Yorktown Town Justice (2006-2011): Presided over criminal, civil, and traffic matters.
He was instrumental in creating Yorktown's youth court and addressing local drug-related challenges. - Yorktown Conservation Board: Served as a member and Chair for over 12 years.
Legal and Professional Background
- Bronx Supreme Court: Spent 35 years as a Principal Court Attorney and Referee, where he researched law, drafted decisions, and managed high-volume caseloads in the Criminal Division.
- Education:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) with distinction from Hofstra University School of Law (1982).
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from SUNY Binghamton (1978).
Personal Life
Gilbert has lived in Yorktown for approximately 30 years and raised five children who attended the local school system. He is known for his commitment to the town's motto, "Progress with Preservation".
Term expires December 2029.
Councilman Gilbert serves as the Town Board Liaison to the following boards/committees: