County

Erie County Legislator

District 6

Vote for: 1
Term: 2 years
Candidates: 2
Election: Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The 11-member county legislature adopts the county budget and local laws and confirms the county executive's appointments; each legislator represents one district.

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Rathi Ravi

Democratic, Working Families

Founder and president, Kala Seva Arts & Cultural Society · Amherst

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Led a 250-seedling community tree-planting campaign in Erie County

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Led a 250-seedling community tree-planting campaign in Erie County
Kala Seva Org celebrates America 250 with a pledge to plant 250 tree seedlings (May 26, 2026)
News coverage · Amherst Bee · beenews.com
“Each tree represents hope, resilience, and the shared responsibility to protect the Earth.”

Edward A. Rath III

Republican, Conservative

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Supports greater accountability and practical solutions on crime

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Supports greater accountability and practical solutions on crime
Republican leaders gather, demand action on public safety (July 8, 2026)
News coverage · Amherst Bee · beenews.com
“greater accountability to address crime”

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