Tompkins County Deputy Sheriff's Association

03/07/2024

TOMPKINS COUNTY DEPUTIES ENDORSE SIGLER FOR STATE SENATE

This week the Tompkins County Deputy Sheriff's Association (TCDSA) endorsed Mike Sigler for New York State Senate in the 52nd District, which covers all of Tompkins and Cortland Counties and most of Broome County. Sigler announced his campaign for the seat in January and has built up significant law enforcement support, having already earned endorsements from the York State Union of Police Associations, Inc and Broome County Sheriff Akshar, among others.

In their letter of endorsement, TCDSA President Neil Shipman noted that “the Association has voted to endorse your candidacy as a result of your continued, vocal and active support of the men and women in law enforcement in the State of New York. Our Association’s endorsement is based upon your support and advocacy of the public safety issues that affect citizens of New York State, and your commitment to the men and women in law enforcement.”

“Thank you to the men and women of the Deputy Sheriff’s Association for their support in this year’s election for State Senate,” said Sigler. “I’ve prioritized Public Safety during my tenure as a County Legislator and will do the same as your new representative in Albany. If families aren’t safe, it’s nearly impossible to make progress on any other issue – from creating jobs to improving schools to expanding housing and more.”

Sigler, 54, lives in Lansing with his wife, Sarah; they have four daughters. He has served as a Tompkins County Legislator for 14 years and has consistently fought to increase funding for police and public safety.

The 52nd District Senate seat is currently held by Democrat Lea Webb, who narrowly won with a 51-49 margin in one of the State’s closest races in 2022. She has been endorsed by the ultra-liberal Working Families Party, which has advocated for defunding the police and led the charge for Cashless Bail in New York State.

The 2024 General Election is slated for Tuesday, November 5. Early Voting will take place from October 26 to November 3. Absentee Ballot voting will also be available.

03/07/2024

Sigler announced his campaign in January.

12/01/2023

Tompkins County Deputy Sheriffs Association would like to thank The Antlers Restaurant and Dolce Delight for sending the deputies on shift Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving. The food was delicious and trust me there was not a drop left.

11/18/2023

We would like to say thank you to salt point brewing for dropping off dinner for us tonight. Very delicious!!!

03/27/2023

On Saturday some of our members participated in the Polar Plunge. The weather was absolutely brutal but that didn’t stop them from having a great time. We could not be more proud of our members for raising over $1,300 and volunteering to represent the sheriffs office 🐻‍❄️

02/24/2023

Join us this Sunday February 26th from 4:30- 9pm at The Antlers! Be sure to mention the TCDSA for a portion of your bill to be donated to our fundraiser! 🚔

02/09/2023

12/02/2022

Thank you to everyone who has donated toys to Cops, kids and Toys so far this year!! The toy bin has been collected from the sheriffs office but there is still time to donate. We will be at Target tomorrow, in Lansing for the “Fill the Truck” event from 9am-3pm. We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys. Please come see us! 🎄🚓🎁

11/15/2022

Last night the TCDSA participated in the second annual First Responders Bowl in Cortland. Our team proudly remains undefeated!

The proceeds from last nights game were donated to Cops Kids and Toys 🎄🚔

11/11/2022

On this Veteran’s Day, we honor your service and thank you for your courage and commitment to keeping us safe. We would also like to recognize some of our TCDSA members who are veterans! 🇺🇸

Steve Tostanoski- US Marines
Zach Starner- US Marines
Jacob Gombas- US Marines
Megan Sotir -US Army reserves
Ryan Gunn- US Army National Guard
Jim Rolfe-US Army

09/11/2022

“One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice.”
—President George W. Bush at the Pentagon in 2008

09/11/2022

The Ithaca Police Benevolent Association was horrified to learn of the allegations raised by Alderperson Jeffrey Barken earlier this week and is calling for an immediate investigation into the potential violation of the “Freedom of the Press" and the silencing of local media sources by Tompkins County, NY Government Officials.

https://ithacacrime.com/barken-alleges-county-official-exercised-improper-influence-on-local-publication/

Where is an article regarding Barken’s statements from the Ithaca Voice, Ithaca Times, 14850.com, Tompkins Weekly, and others? The silence from the local media on this situation is deafening.

“Restricting the Freedom of the Press is something all Ithacans should stand up against. Our community deserves to hear all sides of a story and if there is a Tompkins County Official using their official position and authority to influence the media, there should be an immediate investigation. We applaud Council Member Barken for speaking up and we are calling on Mayor Lewis to stand up and demand an investigation as well.” - IPBA President Thomas Condzella

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