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Tim Whelan Barnstable County Sheriff
I am very proud to announce my candidacy for Barnstable County Sheriff.

I did not come to my decision lightly. Serving as State Representative for the 1st Barnstable District for the better part of a decade has been one of the biggest honors of my life. I am so gratified by what we’ve accomplished over the years.

When I heard that Sheriff Cummings was considering retiring after an exceptional career, I began seriously considering the position. I have the utmost respect for Sheriff Cummings; we are close friends. I sincerely thank him for his leadership and lifetime of dedication to the people of Barnstable County

As many know, my career began in a county sheriff’s office. Later I served for 21 years as a decorated State Police Sergeant and shift commander in both the Bourne and South Yarmouth State Police Barracks, receiving the Division Commander’s Award twice for outstanding performance of duties.

I have the passion and experience to lead, and want to bring these skills now to the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office to:
  • Build on and expand critical opioid treatment programs created by Sheriff Cummings
  • Continue to be an ally to law enforcement that local police departments can depend upon
  • Expand BCSO’s Community Service work crews that provide inmate labor to perform much needed maintenance for our local municipality and nonprofit buildings
  • Provide educational and job training opportunities to inmates to better equip them for return to our communities and reduce recidivism
  • And so much more that I cannot wait to talk about during our campaign!

These priorities are not new for me. They have guided me as a husband, father, law enforcement official and as a State Representative. I am proud of my record.
  • In 2019, I was named “Legislator of the Year” by the Massachusetts Police Association.
  • In 2018, I was named “Legislator of the Year” by both the Massachusetts Correctional Officers Federated Union and the Massachusetts State Police Commissioned Officers Association.
  • In 2017, I was named “Legislator of the Year” by the New England Police Benevolent Association.

I am ready now to serve you as Barnstable County Sheriff.

Would you consider a donation of $1,000, $500, $100, $50, or $25 to ensure our campaign the resources we need to ensure victory? If you would rather mail a check, please send it to The Committee to Elect Tim Whelan, PO Box 183, West Hyannisport, MA 02672.

I cannot thank you enough for your encouragement to take on this challenge. It means the world to me. Thanks in advance for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Tim


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Committee to Elect Tim Whelan
P.O. Box 183
West Hyannis Port, MA 02672

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