Sheriff Toulon brings more than 30 years of criminal justice experience, with a strong focus on corrections intelligence and combating gang violence. He spent 25 years with the New York City Department of Correction, rising from correction officer to Deputy Commissioner of Operations, and serving in key roles including the Emergency Service Unit and Firearms and Tactics Unit.

Elected in 2018 as Suffolk County’s 67th Sheriff and the first African American elected to a non judicial countywide office, he is now serving his second term. As Suffolk County’s highest ranking law enforcement official, he leads innovative efforts to reduce crime and recidivism, while implementing responsible fiscal policies to serve over 1.5 million residents.

Sheriff Toulon has developed impactful programs targeting human trafficking, violent crime, and successful reentry for formerly incarcerated individuals. He holds degrees from Monroe College, Dowling College, and Long Island University, and has received national recognition for his leadership in corrections and law enforcement.

The Task Force also works to eliminate abandoned homes and combat issues such as drug activity and underage alcohol sales, helping to create safer, more stable communities across the town.

Schaffer was first elected Town Supervisor in 1992 at age 29, becoming one of the youngest executives in the town’s history. He served through 2001 and, after the position became vacant, was unanimously reappointed in 2011.

Since his return, he has been re-elected in 2012, 2013, 2017, and 2021, making him the longest-serving Town Supervisor in Babylon’s history.

Under his leadership, Babylon earned its first-ever AAA bond rating from Moody’s, the highest possible, after once holding the lowest rating on Long Island. His creation of a commercial garbage district saved taxpayers millions, eliminated corruption, and generated revenue for long-term investments.

Following Superstorm Sandy in 2012, Schaffer led recovery efforts, helping residents and businesses rebuild. He continues to focus on improving parks, infrastructure, and transit-oriented development to ensure a strong future for Babylon.