Candidate
Mark Fleming
Running for County Legislator · District 1 in Rensselaer County
Mark J. Fleming is a Democrat representing District 1 (City of Troy) on the Rensselaer County Legislature, serving since 2009 and re-elected in 2025. He was selected as Minority Leader in 2026.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 3, 2026Department Head Attendance at Legislative Meetings
Fleming is against the directive that allows department heads to skip County Legislature committee meetings, as he believes it harms good governance and transparency.
source ↗State of the County Address Attendance
Fleming noted that county lawmakers were not expected to attend the State of the County address, implying the county executive did not want them there.
source ↗Drinking Water Protection Law
Fleming supports the Drinking Water Protection Law, citing that Albany County has a similar law and it is appropriate response to the proposed Northeast Energy Direct natural gas pipeline.
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🗳️ When to vote
General Election
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
60 days awayEarly 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 04/13/2021). Verify details with your local election office.
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