Kelley defeats Cyr in treasurer's race: Allegany County primary election results
Allegany County will have a new treasurer in 2026 for the first time in nearly a quarter century.
Current deputy county treasurer Jenna Kelley took a major step towards securing the top role, winning the June 24 Republican primary for a spot on the ballot in November.
Kelley defeated former Allegany County legislator and businessowner Adam Cyr, an outspoken critic of county government who campaigned on a theme of bringing change to the county seat in Belmont.
Kelley earned 1,651 votes, according to unofficial results from the Allegany County Board of Elections, good for 73.15% of the vote. Cyr received 603 votes, 26.72%.
Kelley will now run in November to succeed longtime county treasurer Terri Ross, who is retiring at the end of 2025 after serving six terms covering 24 years. Ross endorsed Kelley for the job.
"The choice for County Treasurer is not just about electing a candidate; it's about selecting the most qualified and experienced individual who will manage our county's finances responsibly," Kelley said ahead of primary day.
"I am a proven leader with 13 years of experience in governmental financial management and public service. I have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to our county, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are utilized effectively and efficiently; you can trust that our county's financial health is in capable hands."
Cyr was elected to the Allegany County Board of Legislators in 2021, serving District III. In early 2025, Allegany County declared his seat vacant after Cyr self-reported moving his legal residence and voter registration from the Town of Wirt to the Town of Andover, which is in in District IV.
Cyr contested the county's decision, but a state Supreme Court justice decided the county acted legally in the matter, and the board appointed Charles Bessette to fill the seat in late March.
The treasurer's race contributed to the highest total voter turnout for any primary election in Allegany County since 2022, when more than two dozen municipalities had primaries. The highest voter turnout rates were recorded in Angelica (19.5% and 16.1% in the two voting districts) and Amity (18.5%, 12.9%), along with West Almond (14.4%), according to Board of Elections data.
"To all of my supporters who have rallied behind me, your enthusiasm and dedication have been inspiring," said Kelley. "Together, we've engaged in meaningful conversations, shared our vision and mobilized voters across our county. Thank you for believing in this campaign and for the countless hours you've devoted to spreading the word."
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Elsewhere in Allegany County, Bessette was among three Republican primary winners in District III, which covers the towns of Alma, Bolivar, Genesee, Independence, Scio, Willing and Wirt.
Bessette received 400 votes. Former Allegany County Sheriff Rick Whitney won a seat on the county legislature with 448 votes. Town of Independence councilmember Bill Meunier also won his first term in Belmont with 353 votes.
Former District III legislator Bill Dibble received 203 votes, and political newcomer Ethen T. Marble had 184 votes.
In the Republican primary for Town Council, Joshua Brown (160 votes) and James Schneider (126) had the top vote totals with two positions available. Harold W. Mitchell had 107 votes, according to the county's unofficial election results.
There was one Democratic Party primary in Allegany County this year. Town of Cuba Democrats were asked to write in one candidate's name for Cuba Town Board. Jonathan Enzinna had 22 votes.
In the Republican primary for two Town Council positions, Danielle R. Freeman had 58 votes, Kimberly R. Howe had 45 and Jane Hall had 32.
In the Republican primary for two Town Council positions, Chris Perkins had 88 votes, Roy G. Gay had 65 and Monroe Rosemier had 50.
This article originally appeared on The Evening Tribune: Kelley wins treasurer's race: Allegany County primary election results
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