Rolison lives in Hopewell Junction with his wife, Kelly, and their 10 month old daughter Alena. Chris is the son of New York State Senator Rob Rolison and grandson of former New York State Senator Jay Rolison.

Chris Rolison Following in Father's Footsteps

Chris Rolison lives in Hopewell Junction with his wife, Kelly, and their daughter.

Chris Rolison Following in Father’s Footsteps - Hudson Valley Press

Rolison currently serves as a Sergeant with the New Castle Police Department. He previously served with the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department and Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office.

Chris Rolison currently serves as a sergeant with the New Castle Police Department. He previously served with the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department and the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office.

District 23

Dutchess County Legislature District 23 represents Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill.

Chris Rolison (Republican, Conservative)

Website: dutchessny.gov/Departments/County-Legislature/District-23.htm; Facebook: @Chris Rolison Dutchess County Legislator

Chris Rolison, the incumbent candidate, previously was a Dutchess County Sheriff's deputy, but today serves as a sergeant with the Town of New Castle Police Department. He is also vice chair of the Public Safety Committee.

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Chris Rolison (R)

District 23 (Map)

Representing the people in Pawling/Beekman/East Fishkill

Member of:
Public Safety Committee

District 23

Chris currently serves as a Dutchess County legislator for District 23, representing Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill.

Election Day 2025 marks majority shift in Dutchess County Legislature

Chris Rolison (R) - Dutchess County Government

2026 New York General Election

Chris Rolison, the incumbent candidate, previously was a Dutchess County Sheriff's deputy, but today serves as a sergeant with the Town of New Castle Police Department. He is also vice chair of the Public Safety Committee. Rolison said affordability remains a top priority for him, and in speaking with his constituents, he has determined public safety is a top priority for them.

Economy

As of October 26, 2026, Chris Rolison did not have a website or any information online.

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Rolison said affordability remains a top priority for him, and in speaking with his constituents, he has determined public safety is a top priority for them.

He noted his support of previous investments in the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office and the Real Time Crime Center, to enhance safety and response capabilities countywide.

If elected, Rolison would strive to remain “accessible, accountable, and responsive,” he said, to residents' concerns.

Supports investments in the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office and the Real Time Crime Center to enhance countywide safety and response capabilities.

- Supports investments in the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office and the Real Time Crime Center to enhance countywide safety and response capabilities.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

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Chris Rolison

As of October 26, 2026, Chris Rolison’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Chris Rolison Following in Father’s Footsteps

Rolison currently serves as a Sergeant with the New Castle Police Department. He previously served with the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department and Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office. His nearly decade-long career in public service includes experience with investigative policing, training, community policing, school security, and helping put young people back on the right track.

Chris currently serves as a sergeant with the New Castle Police Department. He previously served with the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department and the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office.

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Chris Rolison
District 23 (Map)

Chris Rolison (R) — Dutchess County Legislature District 23

District 23 (Map)

Representing the people in Pawling/Beekman/East Fishkill

Member of:
Public Safety Committee

Chris Rolison (R) — Dutchess County Legislature announces 2024 committee chairs and vice chairs

Chris serves as a Dutchess County legislator for District 23, representing Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill.

Supports investments in the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office and the Real Time Crime Center to enhance countywide safety and response capabilities.

District 23

Dutchess County Legislature District 23 represents Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill.

Chris Rolison (Republican, Conservative)

Chris Rolison, the incumbent candidate, previously was a Dutchess County Sheriff's deputy, but today serves as a sergeant with the Town of New Castle Police Department. He is also vice chair of the Public Safety Committee.

Chris Rolison currently works as a sergeant with the Town of New Castle Police Department. He previously worked for the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department and the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office.

Home Departments County Legislature Legislators Chris Rolison (R)
Chris Rolison (R)
Chris Rolison
District 23 (Map)

Representing the people in Pawling/Beekman/East Fishkill

Chris Rolison (R)

Chris currently serves as the Dutchess County Legislator for District 23, representing Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill.