From time to time I have longer posts that aren’t part of my formal writings, Weekly Wonks, or testimony. I also on occasion do press releases on appearances or events . I collect these here for posterity.
Leadership Beyond the Borders of Onondaga County
Dear Democratic Committee Members, Ballots are about to be mailed by the Onondaga County Democratic Committee for our reorganizational meeting on October 1st. As a reminder, voting in the two contested races—Commissioner of Elections and Secretary—must be done by mail. Ballots must be returned to OCDC by September 28th. Because of possible mail delays, I…
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Standing up for voters has been my life’s work. This week shows why
I wanted to write to you today because several major news stories came to the forefront this week. In fact, this has been one of the busiest and most consequential weeks of my career. It showcases the need for continued vigilance in safeguarding our voters and ensuring their voices are heard. Sometimes that responsibility falls…
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Statement on today’s resolution on Term Limits for the County Executive and County Comptroller to be placed on the 2026 ballot.
Today I am pleased to report that all parties have agreed to a deal that will let voters decide on term limits for the County Executive and County Comptroller. Most importantly voters will get a choice on the ballot this year. I am proud of the leadership of Nicole Watts and the County Legislature for…
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Statement by Commissioner Czarny on filing of Order to Show Cause regarding the proposed Term Limits Resolution for the November 2026 ballot.
Today I filed a request for an Order to Show Cause asking the court to resolve whether the resolution establishing term limits for the Onondaga County Executive and County Comptroller should appear on the November ballot. I do not take this action lightly. This is an unprecedented situation, and after consulting with my legal counsel, I concluded…
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2026 Re-Election Letter
(Every two years I ask the Onondaga County Democratic Committee to honor me with their nomination to continue to serve as Elections Commissioner (D) of Onondaga County. There are nearly 500 committee members so to allow them the opportunity to see this letter and interact with me, but also for the sake of transparency I…
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Onondaga County Board of Elections
1000 Erie Blvd W.
Syracuse, NY 13204
Dustin M. Czarny 