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Local Leadership matters. The Orange County Democrats want to help everyday members of our party run for office and win.

And we’re planning for the future.

2026 can be the year you make a difference

Elections for Congress, Senate, and state offices may grab big headlines, but the biggest impact can be made right at home in our local governments.

Single party Republican control of county government has negatively impacted our quality of life, and we just made major gains in our County Legislature in this past election.

With the movement of many local elections to even years beginning in 2026, we’ll have early local elections next year in every county municipality that coincide with the midterm elections.

We’re recruiting candidates for local offices across the county and planning in advance so we can run strong campaigns. If you’ve ever been interested in any of the following positions, don’t wait!

  • Town Supervisor

  • Town Councilmember

  • Town Clerk

  • Tax Collector

  • Highway Superintendent

  • Village/ City Mayor

  • Village Trustee

  • City Councilmember

  • Town/ City Judge

  • School Board

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Do you know a Democrat who should be representing us?

If you know a Democrat with experience as a leader, we want to hear about them. Our local governments are at their strongest when we run candidates in every race, hold local leaders accountable, and give working people the opportunity to have a voice.

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local offices

  • Town Supervisor: The Town Supervisor is the highest elected official in a town government in New York State. They are responsible for overseeing the overall operations of the town government, including departments such as public works, parks and recreation, and public safety. The Town Supervisor also acts as the town's chief executive, setting policies and making decisions on behalf of the town.

  • Town Council Members are elected representatives of the town who serve on a board with the supervisor. They are responsible for making decisions on behalf of the town, including enacting local laws and setting policies. They also approve the town's budget and are involved in the process of appointing town officials.

  • The Town Justice is responsible for overseeing the administration of justice within the town. They hear cases involving local laws, including traffic violations and other misdemeanors. The Town Justice is also responsible for conducting preliminary hearings in criminal cases, and they may issue search and arrest warrants.

  • The Tax Collector is responsible for collecting taxes from the residents of the town. They must maintain accurate records of the taxes paid and ensure that all taxes are collected in a timely manner. The Tax Collector also assists residents with any questions or concerns they have regarding their taxes.

  • The Highway Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of the town's roads, bridges, and other infrastructure. They must ensure that the roads are safe and in good condition for the residents and visitors of the town. The Highway Superintendent also manages the town's snow removal and road maintenance operations.

  • The Town Clerk is responsible for maintaining official records of the town, including minutes of town meetings, birth, death, and marriage certificates, and property records. The Town Clerk also serves as a clerk to the town board and provides support to the Town Supervisor and Town Council Members.

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