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Pittsford Town Supervisor

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

What this office does: The town supervisor is the town's chief executive and financial officer and presides over the town board.

Taxes & budget

  • Max GordonDemocratic, Working Families

    • Pledges responsible budgeting to keep town finances strong.
  • William A. Smith, Jr.Republican, Conservative

    No documented position found.

Public safety

  • Max GordonDemocratic, Working Families

    • Pledges to address speeding and traffic safety concerns.
  • William A. Smith, Jr.Republican, Conservative

    No documented position found.

Education

  • Max GordonDemocratic, Working Families

    • Supports the town partnering with Pittsford's school district.
  • William A. Smith, Jr.Republican, Conservative

    No documented position found.

Housing

  • Max GordonDemocratic, Working Families

    • Supports housing options for young families and longtime residents.
  • William A. Smith, Jr.Republican, Conservative

    No documented position found.

Economy & jobs

  • Max GordonDemocratic, Working Families

    • Supports local businesses and responsible economic development.
  • William A. Smith, Jr.Republican, Conservative

    No documented position found.

Government & transparency

  • Max GordonDemocratic, Working Families

    • Proposes more transparency on town decisions and budgets.
  • William A. Smith, Jr.Republican, Conservative

    No documented position found.

Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 6 issues covered in this race.