John Budensiek elected unopposed as Martin County sheriff

Martin County elected chief deputy John Budensiek as the next sheriff, the Martin County Sheriff's Office announcement on Facebook.

Budensiek will succeed sheriff William Snyder, who announced that he would not run again. Budensiek, supported by Snyder, announced himself as a candidate for the position the same day Snyder made his decision.

Budensiek has been a member of the Martin County Police Department for 27 years. Starting as a highway patrol officer, he spent his career working as a narcotics detective as well as in SWAT, where he rose to become SWAT team commander. He also held every supervisory position within the Sheriff's Office.

“Chief Budensiek has over 27 years of law enforcement experience with the Martin County Sheriff's Office and has been unequivocally supported by Sheriff Snyder,” the Martin County Sheriff's Office said on his Facebook page. “For the past decade, Chief Budensiek has served alongside the Sheriff in making command decisions related to public safety and the overall operations of the organization.

Budensiek ran unopposed for the position, with no one opposing him before the June 14 deadline. According to the Martin County Sheriff's Office, Budensiek's campaign broke fundraising records and was able to file a petition in less than 30 days.

“This is the first time in Martin County history that there has been an open and uncontested sheriff’s seat,” the post read. “This is a testament to the strong reputation of Sheriff Snyder’s administration, as well as the support that Sheriff-elect Budensiek has garnered over the years. less than 30 days. Sheriff Snyder is proud to have Sheriff-elect Budensiek as his successor, and both look forward to a smooth transition.

Budensiek will be sworn in in January.

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