An in-depth look at Houston County’s Post 4 Candidates – Tal Talton

Talton was born and raised in Houston County and attended Macon State College. He is married to his wife, with whom they have two children. Talton and his family attend Second Baptist Church. He served as a member of the Houston County Board of Planning and Zoning, the Bonaire Community Cemetery Committee and the Georgia Milk Producers Board.

Tal Talton is the Houston County Commissioner. He was elected to this position in 2022, and is serving his first term. 

Houston Co. Commissioner Tal Talton running for re-election

Plans to prioritize being transparent and listening to the concerns and opinions of county citizens.

- Plans to prioritize being transparent and listening to the concerns and opinions of county citizens.

Public Services

Supports holding limited spending policies, as he said "I think being wise with tax dollars keeps our community moving forward; it helps attract new business and industry into the area.”

- Supports holding limited spending policies, as he said "I think being wise with tax dollars keeps our community moving forward; it helps attract new business and industry into the area.”

Economy

As of July 25, 2024, Tal Talton did not have a website or any information online.

Education

Public Safety

Housing & Urban Development

Wants to enhance infrastructure and continue to support Robins Air Force Base.

- Wants to enhance infrastructure and continue to support Robins Air Force Base.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Tal Talton

- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay in property and sales taxes, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.