Michael D. Brown

Democrat · Candidate for Oneida County Clerk · November 3, 2026

About this race

Keeps the county's court records and official documents (deeds, marriage licenses) and often acts as the county's auditor and treasurer.

2 candidates ran for Oneida County Clerk in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

About Michael D. Brown

Small business owner. Co-owner of a Rome coffee house and an inn under renovation, who describes his background as education, creativity and management. He is a former Oneida County legislator for the 12th District and served as Main Street Director for the City of Rome from 2004 to 2006.

What they say they'll focus on:

  • Extend clerk services to rural parts of the county
  • Expand online self-service programs
  • Virtual queuing and mobile check-in
  • Rolling walk-in days

Summarized in our words from source 1, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

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We haven't found a campaign site or candidate questionnaire for Michael D. Brown yet. What they say they'll focus on is listed above.

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Funding

$17K raised.

Largest donorsAmount
Oneida County Democratic Committee$2,500
Freinds Of James Meyers$2,000
Friends of Mandi Drake$500
Democratic Womens Club$500
Tatia Rosenthal$400
Norma J. McCullough$400
F Thomas Gehrig$400
CITY of ROME Democratic Committee$400

Source: New York State Board of Elections, reports through 2026-10-15.

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What party is Michael D. Brown?
Michael D. Brown is running as a Democrat.
What does the Oneida County Clerk seat do?
Keeps the county's court records and official documents (deeds, marriage licenses) and often acts as the county's auditor and treasurer.
Who is Michael D. Brown running against?
Mary Finegan, for Oneida County Clerk.
How much money has Michael D. Brown raised?
$17K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
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