Chautauqua County Executive Candidates Appear on WDOE

The candidates running for Chautauqua County Executive covered a number of issues during a one-hour edition of WDOE's Viewpoint program on Friday. We asked the candidates about what they felt was the most significant issue facing the county. Richard Morrisroe, the candidate challenging incumbent P.J. Wendel, says public safety during the COVID-19 pandemic is a top priority. He says the economy will suffer without it...

Morrisroe-Public safety is top priority

While he feels public safety is important, Wendel says economic development is the most significant issue...

Wendel-Economic development is significant issue

Wendel was appointed as County Executive in January. He's being challenged by Morrisroe, who has been the Dunkirk City Attorney for three years. Next Friday, WDOE will feature the candidates running for the 150th Assembly District.

Click here to listen to the full debate featuring the County Executive candidates...

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