Chris Legg is a dedicated and experienced leader who is running for the position of Town of Skaneateles Supervisor. With a firm belief in the potential of local government to be responsive, transparent, and accessible, Chris brings a lifelong connection to Skaneateles, with his family's roots dating back generations. His impressive background includes 22 years of service as a U.S. Navy officer, where he demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and technical expertise in high-stakes situations, including managing significant budgets.

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In addition to his military career, Chris has spent over two decades as an educator, helping at-risk students achieve success. He is deeply engaged in community service, contributing to various projects that support fitness, wellness, youth activities, humanitarian aid, and environmental conservation.

 

Chris's four years of Town Board service have provided him with valuable insight into budgeting and operations, enabling him to reverse escalating costs and improve services for Skaneateles residents. His commitment to collaboration and public engagement ensures that the voices and concerns of the community are heard and considered in decision-making. With a proven track record of efficient and effective problem-solving, Chris Legg is well-prepared to lead the Town of Skaneateles forward as Supervisor.

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Leadership Experience:

• 22 years of service in the U.S. Navy, earning increasingly challenging assignments and dealing with complex international situations.

• Over 2 decades of experience helping at-risk students achieve success.

• Engaged in numerous community service projects, supporting fitness and wellness, youth activities, humanitarian aid, and environmental conservation.

Local Government Expertise:

• Four years of experience as a Town Councilor with a deep understanding of budgeting and operations.

• Successfully reversed escalating costs for the Transfer Station while improving services.

• Leading the development of the first-ever Northern Hamlet Plan, incorporating resident input.

• Secured a $4.4M grant to address water department improvements 

Public Engagement:

• Committed to working with other Town Board members to incorporate public feedback into local laws and project plans.

• Ensuring public hearings truly reflect the concerns and ideas of residents for consideration.

Effective Problem-Solving:

• Team Leadership: Experienced in leading high-performing teams to solve complex problems.

• Proficient in negotiations for procurement and employment issues, ready to represent the Town in major contract negotiations in 2024 and 2025.

Efficiency and Effectiveness:

• Get Things Done: Known for getting things done efficiently and effectively, ensuring the best outcomes for the Town of Skaneateles.