About Tom

Your Voice in Oneida County

Tom Theall is running for the Oneida County Legislature, 12th District — dedicated to putting working families first and keeping government accountable.

Candidate · 12th District

Background

Community Roots,
Public Service Values

Tom Theall has deep ties to the Mohawk Valley, shaped by a background in education, business, and public service that informs everything about his campaign and his vision for the 12th District.

His platform is built on four concrete commitments: cutting the sales tax now, returning spending power to voters, giving taxpayers a smarter payment plan, and honoring the volunteer firefighters who protect our community.

Tom's approach centers on transparency, direct community engagement, and holding government accountable to the promises it makes — because when a promise is made to voters, it should be kept.

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Core Commitments

Five Priorities for the 12th District

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Tax Relief — Now

An immediate 0.25% sales tax cut from 8.75% to 8.50% — real savings on every purchase in Oneida County, no conditions, no waiting.

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Voter-Controlled Spending

A 0.25% Project Fund approved directly by voters, tied to one specific project, and required to sunset at completion. No more permanent "temporary" taxes.

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Semiannual Tax Payments

Split your property tax bill into two manageable payments — stop the post-holiday gut-punch and let taxpayers budget on their own terms.

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Firefighter Tax Exemption

A property tax exemption for active volunteer firefighters — honoring their sacrifice and helping recruit and retain the heroes who protect our community.