Ontario County Sheriff David Cirencione has officially announced his bid for re-election for a second term as sheriff in 2026.
Cirencione was first elected sheriff in 2022 when he ran as a republican. According to his statement, Cirencione has worked for Ontario County for 24 years in road patrol, investigations, emergency response, administration and command leadership.
He and his wife, Sue, have been longtime residents of Ontario County, Cirencione said in his statement.
“The people of Ontario County deserve a Sheriff’s Office they can trust,” Cirencione said. “We have built astrong foundation together, and I am committed to building on it — with professionalism, compassion, and a results-driven approach to public safety.”
What has Cirencione done while in office?
Cirencione became the OCSO Sheriff in 2023. In his statement, he pointed out that the office’s accomplishments under his leadership included:
What does Cirencione plan to do if he gets re-elected as sheriff?
Cirencione’s campaign team stated that he will be running again as a Republican in the 2026 election. In his statement, he said if re-elected, he plans to build on previous success while continuing to invest in the community and his officers.
“We have made tremendous progress, but there is more work to do,” Cirencione said. “My focus remains the same: protecting our county, supporting our officers, and delivering results that keep our communities safe.”
This “forward-looking plan,” if Cirencione is re-elected, includes:
— Madison Scott is a journalist with the Democrat and Chronicle who covers breaking and trending news for the Finger Lakes Region. She has an interest in how the system helps or doesn’t help families with missing loved ones. She can be reached at MDScott@gannett.com.
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