I am proud to announce my candidacy for Sheriff of Saratoga County. Change is overdue. For 50 years, leadership has come from outside the uniformed ranks—yet it’s the men and women on the front lines who understand this job and our communities best. We are the ones answering calls, building relationships, and facing the challenges of law enforcement and public safety every day.

Leadership isn’t about politics or rank—it’s about trust, experience, and action. Throughout my career, I have led from the front, working side by side with the deputies who protect Saratoga County. I believe that by restoring trust, strengthening relationships, and prioritizing community, we can build a safer, stronger, and more united Saratoga County.

I began my career as a corrections officer, an experience that gave me a deep respect for every level of law enforcement. I later transitioned to road patrol, where I have served for 21 years and currently hold the rank of sergeant.

Serving both the community and my fellow officers has always been my priority. Eight years ago, I founded Saratoga County’s first youth cadet program to mentor and inspire young people considering careers in law enforcement. Many have gone on to serve in law enforcement and the military, and I am proud to have played a role in their journey. I also helped establish the school resource officer program and personally served as an SRO for five years—building trust with students, ensuring school safety, and showing young people that law enforcement is here to serve, protect, and mentor.

For the past decade, I have led the Saratoga County Deputy Sheriffs PBA, fighting for better working conditions, resources, and support for the deputies who put their lives on the line. Open communication between leadership and those on the ground is critical to fixing problems, and I have worked hard to bridge that gap. My experience has also allowed me to build strong relationships with community members, local leaders, and law enforcement agencies across the state.

Most importantly, I have learned that public safety is not a partisan issue. Fairness, accountability, and the law must come first. That’s why I made the decision to run as a Republican and seek the democratic endorsement—not for politics, but to demonstrate that leadership means putting people over party lines. The Sheriff’s Office must serve all residents, enforce the law equally, and remain above partisan agendas. We must listen to both sides, find commonalities, and work together.

Saratoga County isn’t just where I work—it’s my home. My wife and I are proud to call Saratoga County our home as we raise our family and are active members of our community. Whether volunteering, fundraising, or taking the time to coach four youth sports in Malta, Clifton Park, and Halfmoon, giving back has been a way of life for us. These experiences have helped me connect with people from all walks of life and truly understand the concerns of our neighbors.

The time for change is now. Saratoga County deserves a Sheriff who leads by example, listens to the people, and supports the men and women who serve. Together, we will build a stronger, safer Saratoga County for everyone.

A SHERIFF FOR THE PEOPLE

Partisan politics has no place in policing