Moehle drops out of Brighton supervisor race

Brighton Town Supervisor Bill Moehle is ending his campaign for reelection.

“It is with that combination of pride and humility that I now make my decision to suspend my campaign for reelection as Supervisor this year,” Moehle wrote in a Substack post. “I will serve as Supervisor for the remainder of my current term and, as always, I welcome your ideas as to how we can continue to build an even better Brighton for all of our residents.”

Moehle this year faced a challenge from Nate Salzman, a town board member who recently received the party designation from the Brighton Democratic Committee, a surprise given the Moehle’s incumbency.

In his post, Moehle wrote about his long experience in town government, noting that he served as town attorney for 18 years before being elected supervisor in 2011, and thanked others in the town staff.

He also wrote that he took satisfaction in the projects and efforts he made during his tenure.

“I am proud of the great work we have done,” Moehle wrote. “I am proud that Brighton has repeatedly been recognized for its accomplishments and humbled to have been personally recognized by organizations like the NY Association of Towns, the Brighton Rotary, the Brighton Chamber of Commerce, and Hillel School.”

Salzman, a senior information specialist for Monroe County’s Department of Human Services, has yet to complete his first term on the town board. He has worked on Democratic campaigns since 2015 and most recently served as a campaign manager for state Assemblymember Demond Meeks.

“I want to thank Bill Moehle for his many years of service to the Town of Brighton. Public service is never easy, and it requires time, commitment, and sacrifice,” Salzman said in a statement. “Brighton is fortunate that Bill stepped forward to lead, and I respect his great dedication to our community.”

With no opponent now in the Democratic primary race, the 33-year-old Salzman is poised to be the next supervisor in Brighton, where Democrats have dominated elections for years.

“As we move forward, my focus remains on bringing people together, listening to every voice, and building a Brighton that works for everyone—with transparency, energy, and a deep respect for the residents we serve,” he said. “Brighton’s future is about inclusion, action, and a government that reflects the strength and diversity of our community. I’m excited to continue that conversation and the work ahead.”

Jacob Schermerhorn is a Rochester Beacon contributing writer and data journalist.

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