Our Endorsed Candidates

Jared Simpson

Thanks for taking the time to read this. I am a lifelong resident of the town where I live with my wife Kellie and our youngest son Ammon who is a freshman at the Academy. Three of our four children graduated from Canandaigua Academy. Two currently attend BYU in Provo, UT and one is living out there just for fun. I spent 25 years in Canandaigua as a Middle School history teacher, and had almost 27 years in public education before I set that aside to focus on local government. Kellie is currently an Interventionist in the Canandaigua Elementary School.

It has been my honor to serve the residents of the Town of Canandaigua as Town Supervisor since taking office in 2022, and as Chairman of The Ontario County Board of Supervisors since being appointed in 2025. Thank you for putting your trust in me! When I ran in 2022 I promised to focus on 3 simple goals for our community, to preserve our resources, protect our residents, and promote our community. Over the past four years I have led the charge to expand the size of Onanda Park Uplands, preserving more space for public enjoyment. As co-Chair of the Canandaigua Lake Watershed Council I have championed the creation of numerous water quality projects improving the water filtration of hundreds of acres near the lake. I have promoted public safety by facilitating the installation of brand new lighting along 332, by working with NYSDOT for improved safety at the Cooley Road / 5&20 intersection, and by deciding to move forward with vital safety improvements to North Road. Lastly, I have promoted increased transparency by revamping the town Website, introducing the MY TOC mobile app, and by establishing a brand new committee, the Citizens Advisory Panel, a citizen led group charged with promoting the town and our goals. I would appreciate your support on election day as I look to continue the great work that we have started.

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Terry Fennelly

Hello everyone. My name is Terry Fennelly and I am running for the office of Town Board member in the Town of Canandaigua. I have served the Town on the Board since 2010 and also am a past Chairman of the Planning Board. As a result of this service, I have acquired an in depth level of experience in Town operations, planning and staffing. Working with residents to assist them in navigating our various services has given me visibility into their needs and how we could better deliver those services through improving efficiency. As Chairman of the Town Board Public Works Committee, I have helped guide the Town to the successful construction of the Highway Garage and the upgrade of our water storage facilities. I have been honored and am very appreciative of the trust that you put in me over these past years. I believe that my life experiences plus the myriad continuing education and training courses that I have been able to take as a result of my Town service make me a solid candidate for re-election to the Canandaigua Town Board.

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Miklos "Mick" Szoczei II

As a proud resident of Canandaigua for over 25 years, a first-generation American, and the recently retired Troop Commander of New York State Police Troop E, I’m eager to continue serving our community in a new capacity—on the Canandaigua Town Board. With 26 years in law enforcement and over three decades mentoring youth as a varsity football coach, I’ve dedicated my life to public service, leadership, and building trust. I’ve worked at every government and community engagement level, including public safety initiatives and serving on the United Way of Ontario County Board. I believe in limited government, fiscal responsibility, and preserving the hometown charm that makes Canandaigua such a special place to live. My door is always open, and I’m committed to being a strong, responsive voice for our residents.

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Crystelyn Laske

My name is Crystelyn Laske, and I'm proud to call Canandaigua my home. I moved here in 2015 with my husband, Jeffrey, who shares my love for the outdoors. Together, we enjoy the peace and beauty of our 90-plus-acre property, where he spends time pursuing his passion for hunting. Canandaigua has become a cherished part of our lives, and I am dedicated to serving this wonderful community.

In early 2023, I had the honor of serving as the Deputy Town Clerk, which allowed me to gain valuable insights into the needs of our residents. I stepped into the role of Town Clerk in December 2023, and since then, I've worked tirelessly to ensure that our town operates efficiently and effectively. My focus has been on improving communication between the town office and the community, making it easier for residents to access information and participate in local governance.

I believe my experience, including my time as Deputy Clerk, has equipped me with the skills necessary to navigate the challenges our town faces. I am dedicated to transparency, accountability, and fostering a sense of community among our residents. I’ve implemented initiatives to streamline town services, ensuring that our office remains responsive to the needs of the public.

As I seek re-election, I promise to continue my commitment to this town and its people. I will maintain an open-door policy, welcoming your thoughts and concerns while striving to create a collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and heard. Together, we can continue to make Canandaigua a wonderful place to live, work, and play. I humbly ask for your support in re-electing me as your Town Clerk, so that I can keep working for you and our community. Thank you!

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Jim Fletcher

Jim serves as the current Highway and Water Superintendent for the Town of Canandaigua, bringing more than Thirty years of private and public sector management as well as fifteen years in local government experience to his position. His penchant for leadership began early for Jim, as his urge to lead people and take command of issues that came his way led him to owning his own construction company and volunteering as a firefighter for the Clifton Springs Fire Department. In his more than twenty years of service, he climbed the ranks of Lieutenant, Second Assistant Chief, First Assistant Chief, and finally Fire Chief for the department. He also served as Secretary, Vice President and Safety Officer during his tenure.

For the past fifteen years, Jim has taken great pride serving the Town of Canandaigua as Highway and Water Superintendent. During his time in local government, Jim has held steadfast to his mission of leading by example, helping others in need, collaborating to find solutions, protecting the town’s natural resources, maintaining a steady tax rate for residents utilizing current technologies in road maintenance, and managing assets to maximize return on investments for the local government and townspeople. Jim also has been the past president and vice president of the Ontario County Highway and Village superintendents association. Jim currently is an executive committee member of the New York state town highway superintendents.

Jim has successfully managed the town’s highway and water budget of more than $7 million annually, and effectively supervised the work of twenty full-time employees. In 2011 and 2014, and 2023 he directed the response to catastrophic flooding of many town roads, mitigating further damage to many homes, vehicles and other assets. In 2017 Jim oversaw the construction of a new 42,000 square foot highway facility. Other contributions Jim has made for the Town include securing more than $220,000 in grant money for a flood relief project and shared services for new equipment, co-creating his department’s annual budget, and coordinating town design standards to streamline the procurement process for standard materials. He also collaborated with members of town staff and other public agencies to secure funds to construct three stormwater facilities to help protect Canandaigua Lake. Jim's latest accomplishment is assisting with coordinating the construction of a new $7.5 million water capitol project on improving the water district system. Jim also helped secure $ 3.5 million in grant money for this capitol project. This project will allow the town to be ready for future growth and current demands of the water system for the next 50 years.

In his free time, Jim enjoys taking on projects in his barn, wood working, camping and spending time with his family. He, and his wife of nineteen years, Kim, have two daughters, Grace, 19, and Alexandra, 30. Jim is a proud father, dedicated husband, and committed to the Town of Canandaigua.

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Rick Roxin

I’m Rick Roxin. I’m seeking your vote for Canandaigua Town Court Judge to succeed retiring Judge David Prull. I worked as a prosecutor for nearly 20 years and since then, as a defense attorney for nearly 15 years. I’ve litigated numerous felony and misdemeanor jury trials, from both sides of the courtroom. I’m committed to acting with unwavering integrity, to presiding over cases with a thorough understanding of the law, and to showing fairness to all.

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Stefanie Barnes

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