Keith van Gorder

Keith Van Gorder currently serves as the Cortland County Legislator for District 7, starting in January 2024. Prior to this role, Keith held various positions at the New York State Department of Transportation, including Highway Maintenance Manager and Assistant Resident Engineer, from September 1993 to March 2024, where responsibilities included overseeing staff and facilities across Cortland and Tompkins Counties. Earlier in Keith's career, roles included Engineering Draftsman at Smith Corona Corporation and Estimator at Compagni Construction Company. Keith Van Gorder completed an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in Architectural Sciences and Technology at Alfred State College, and also pursued further education at Tompkins Cortland Community College. Keith is a graduate of Cortland High School.