Meet The Candidate: Chris Talbot For Southold Town Board

NORTH FORK, NY: Suffolk County residents will be heading to the polls Tuesday to elect local representatives and make their voices heard.

Residents will weigh in on the race to represent one of the 18 legislative districts in Suffolk County, vote for Suffolk County District Attorney and Sheriff (both are running unopposed) — and choose their local town elected officials.

On the North Fork, four candidates are running for two open seats on the Southold Town board. Chris Talbot has thrown his hat into the ring with Nicholas Planamento, Alexa Seuss and incumbent Brian Mealy.

Name

Christopher Talbot

Age

58

What office are you seeking?

Southold Town board seat

Party affiliation

I am running as a Republican with Conservative endorsement.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

(To answer the remainder of the questionnaire, Talbot sent a statement)

Why I’m Running for Office

"Dear Community Members,

As a lifelong resident of Southold, I am proud to share my journey with you. Born in Greenport and raised in Mattituck as one of eight children to Helen and John Talbot, I have cultivated a deep connection to our community.

"Alongside my wife, Barbara and our three children, we continue to embrace the values that define our way of life in Cutchogue.

"After graduating from Mattituck High School, I attended Suffolk Community College and began my career at North Fork Bank in Greenport. My passion for service led me to become a Licensed Master Plumber, a path I pursued for 15 years before transitioning to building inspection and code enforcement. Today, I serve as the senior building and zoning official for the Village of Southampton, guiding me to ensure that our community thrives sustainably.

"My commitment to our community extends beyond my professional life. I have had the honor of coaching local youth, serving as a scout leader, and serving as a Mattituck Park Commissioner."

He added: "A highlight of my community involvement was collaborating with dedicated individuals, including Kim Prokop, Kathy Wilton, Nancy Esposito, and Cheryl Seifert, to design and construct the wonderful playground at Veterans Park between 1999 and 2002. For nearly four decades, I have proudly served as a firefighter and EMT, currently holding the position of Fire Commissioner with the Cutchogue Fire Department."

And, said Talbot: "My previous experience on the town board from 2009 to 2013 reinforced my commitment to land preservation, Dark Skies legislation, supporting local businesses, farming, and fiscal responsibility. If given the opportunity to serve again, I pledge to bring a pragmatic approach to our shared challenges. Together we can address quality of life needs, create essential housing options for our workforce and volunteers, and continue to protect the Southold we all cherish. Thank you for considering my vision for the future of our community, and I respectfully ask for your vote.

Sincerely, Christopher M. Talbot"