01/10/2026
The Tompkins County Legislature elected Shawna Black as chair in a 13–3 vote, with Democrats backing her over Republican Mike Sigler. Black returns to the role after previously serving as chair in 2022 and 2023.
A party-line vote reshaped county leadership Tuesday as lawmakers tapped a familiar face, according to The Ithaca Voice. The Tompkins County Legislature elected Shawna Black as chair in a 13–3 vote, with Democrats backing her over Republican Mike Sigler. Black returns to the role after previously ...