Candidate
Matthew Thomas Jones
Running for County Legislator · District 2 in Onondaga County
Matthew Thomas Jones is a candidate for Onondaga County Legislator in District 2. He is an Army Reserve veteran, an Onondaga Community College and Syracuse University alumnus, a former Working Families Party regional organizer, and co-founder of Uplift Syracuse.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 3, 2026Affordable Living
Jones advocates for making life more affordable for working families in Central New York.
source ↗Community Engagement
He emphasizes the importance of involving residents in shaping the community's future.
source ↗Government Transparency
Jones supports making county government more open and accessible to build trust and encourage participation.
source ↗Evening Legislature Meetings
He proposes moving Legislature meetings to the evening to accommodate residents' schedules.
source ↗Accessible County Information
Jones aims to ensure county information is easier for everyone to access.
source ↗Community Safety and Support
He focuses on strengthening county services and keeping neighborhoods safe and supported.
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🗳️ When to vote
General Election
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
60 days awayRegister by
Oct 24
in 50 days
Early voting
Oct 24–Nov 1
in 50 days
Election day
Nov 3
in 60 days
Also running for County Legislator
Sources
ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 12/22/2025). Verify details with your local election office.
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