Elmira Savings Bank announced that the Chairman of its Board of Directors, George L. Howell, has retired from the Board upon reaching mandatory retirement age as directed by the Bank's bylaws. Mr. Howell served 20 years on the Bank's Board of Directors, the last 11 as Chairman. Mr. Howell will continue to serve on the Board as Chairman Emeritus. The Board elected John Brand III as Chairman to secede Mr. Howell. Mr. Brand has served on the Board since 1985 and has been Vice Chairman of the Board since 2001 and Chairman of the Audit Committee since 2001. Michael P. Hosey, President and CEO, was elected Vice Chairman.