What party is Neil J. Smith?

Neil J. Smith is running as a Democrat.

Who is Neil J. Smith running against?

David H. Knapp, for Onondaga County Legislature, 12th District.

How much money has Neil J. Smith raised?

$16K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

Should I vote for Neil J. Smith?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Neil J. Smith's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

Neil J. Smith

Democrat · Candidate for Onondaga County Legislature, 12th District · November 3, 2026

About this race

Your county's legislative body (New York counties call it the county legislature). Sets county policy, adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes local laws, and oversees county services and spending.

2 candidates ran for Onondaga County Legislature, 12th District in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

Where they stand

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Funding

$16K raised, $8,015 self-funded.

Largest donors	Amount
James Smith	$2,900
Maxwell Ruckdeschel	$500
Green on TOP PAC of NEW YORK	$500
Zoe Yoon	$300
Angela C Desantis	$300
Ryan Emery	$250
Nicole Watts	$250

Source: New York State Board of Elections, reports through 2026-10-17.

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Quick answers

What party is Neil J. Smith?: Neil J. Smith is running as a Democrat.
What does the Onondaga County Legislature, 12th District seat do?: Your county's legislative body (New York counties call it the county legislature). Sets county policy, adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes local laws, and oversees county services and spending.
Who is Neil J. Smith running against?: David H. Knapp, for Onondaga County Legislature, 12th District.
How much money has Neil J. Smith raised?: $16K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Neil J. Smith?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Neil J. Smith's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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