Gamelin Secures Re-election in Chittenden | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

Chittenden County’s Sheriff Dan Gamelin has locked in his second term, defeating challenger Kevin Bloom in a primary that highlighted the evolving role of sheriffs in Vermont. With a career spent inside the department and a recent push to expand services through private security contracts, Gamelin tapped into voter confidence—especially among moderate Democrats outside Burlington. Bloom, a musician and transgender advocate with no law enforcement background, campaigned on reforming evictions but couldn’t overcome the appeal of Gamelin’s experience and growth strategy. With no Republican…