ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- More endorsements for former Rochester Police Chief and Mayoral hopeful James Sheppard.
A total of five out of six Democratic committees that have voted endorsed Sheppard.
He shows a lead over Mayor Lovely Warren and third Democratic Mayoral Candidate Rachel Barnhart.
Ten city committees in total will determine which candidate will receive the party's endorsement.
After receiving the endorsement of the 21st and 23rd committees on the east side, Sheppard released a statement that said in part, "Over the past three months, I have made over 600 phone calls and visited more than 250 homes to share my vision for Rochester’s future and I am gratified by the support I have received so far for my candidacy."
Mayor Warren's campaign issued a statement, saying in part, "Mayor Warren has worked tirelessly to create more jobs, safer and more vibrant neighborhoods, and better educational opportunities, and the results are evident across all four quadrants. Regardless of the outcome of the committee designating process, we look forward to a successful primary campaign when all Rochester Democrats have a say."
Other mayoral candidates include Rachel Barnhart and Alex White.