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John wins!
John defeated Republican Dan Mandell Jr. 2,790 to 2,204 (56 percent to 44 percent) in the Nov. 8 General Election! Thanks to all who made it possible! John's victory speech
Tonello criticizes newspaper for confusing voters
At a rally in Wisner Park Sunday, Nov. 6, John told more than 50 supporters that he has the right experience to lead the city forward, and he condemned the Star-Gazette for trying to purposely mislead voters. Read more
Tonello campaign makes final push to get out the vote leading up to Nov. 8
Volunteers working for John Tonello's campaign for mayor of Elmira will be making calls and knocking on doors in the final days leading up to the Nov. 8 election, urging people to vote and support his call for positive change. Read more
Eric Massa endorses Tonello for mayor
Eric Massa, a Democrat running for Congress in New York's 29th District, endorsed John for mayor of Elmira, citing his experience, leadership and willingness to challenge the status quo. Read more
Be sure to vote Nov. 8!
Election Day is Nov. 8, and polls are open between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. We need your support for John to win! City polling places
Tonello's platform calls for comprehensive approach to growing Elmira
Read my comprehensive array of ideas and specific solutions for Elmira. I cover issues from public safety and job growth to downtown development and fiscal responsibility. Read more
Tonello receives Spitzer endorsement; vows to make public safety a priority
New York Attorney General and 2006 gubernatorial candidate Eliot Spitzer endorsed John for mayor in an Oct. 6 press conference at City Hall, saying John represents the strong non-partisian leadership Elmira needs. Afterward, John announced his plans for making public safety and crime-prevention a priority in Elmira. Read more
Tonello speaks to the Chemung-Schuyler County Labor Assembly
On Oct. 5, the CSCLA held its annual forum for candidates running in Chemung and Schuyler county races. This is the transcript of John's remarks. On Oct. 14, the Labor Assembly, which represents 23 unions, formally endorsed John for mayor. Read more
Tonello discusses mayor's race with Chemung County Sunrise Rotary
A week after the September 13 primary, John talked with the members of this local service group about what he learned in the race so far. Read more
Tonello wins Democratic primary 515 to 400*
Elmira voters took to heart John's message of growth through participation, handing him a 56 percent to 44 percent victory over Dan Royle in the Sept. 13 Democratic primary. Thanks to all who helped make it happen! * Official numbers released Sept. 19 fixed the final results as 565 to 422 with 18 blanks. Read more
Register to vote!
Democracy thrives when citizens get involved, and there's no better way to be heard than to vote. If you're not registered, please do it today. It's your right! Voter information
Tonello proposes new ties between city, school district
Democratic mayoral candidate John Tonello outlines his "Great City, Great Schools Collaborative," a seven-point plan to better link Elmira city government and the Elmira City School District to form a strong partnership for growth. Read more
Tonello officially on Sept. 13 primary ballot
Democratic mayoral candidate John Tonello has filed enough signatures with the Chemung County Board of Elections to officially have his name placed on the primary ballot. Read more
Tonello calls on city, county to urge state leaders to renew Power Authority contracts to preserve cheaper power, jobs
Elmira mayoral candidate John Tonello on Thursday called on Elmira and Chemung County leaders to urge Governor Pataki and state lawmakers to renew New York Power Authority contracts that help preserve jobs at Anchor Glass and other key area employers. Read more
Tonello launches Elmira's first 'e-campaign' for Mayor
Democratic Elmira mayoral candidate John Tonello formally launched his campaign Web site today, marking the first time in city history that a mayoral candidate has reached out to voters in this way. Read more
Tonello to run for Mayor of Elmira
John Tonello officially launched his campaign to be Elmira's next mayor. Tonello, a resident of the historic Near Westside, is seeking the Democratic nomination. Read more
Transcript of John Tonello's candidacy announcement
Read the statement John Tonello made to supporters and the media in downtown Elmira's Wisner Park May 19. Read more
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