The primaries are Tuesday, Aug. 23. Here’s your complete guide to who’s running to represent the Mount Vernon area.
Where and When to Vote
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Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. People in line before 7 p.m. will be allowed to vote.
Due to statewide redistricting, some voters may be going to a different polling location than in past years. You can easily look up your polling location through the Virginia State Board of Elections website—.
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Absentee Voting
Absentee voting started in July. The last day to vote absentee in person is Saturday, Aug. 20. Absentee ballots must be received by the elections office by 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23. Complete information on absentee voting is available on the Fairfax County government website.
ON THE BALLOT TUESDAY
State Senate – 30th District
Three well-known and well-funded Democrats are vying for Delegate Patricia Ticer’s seat in the 30th district—Adam Ebbin, Rob Krupicka and Libby Garvey. Del. Ticer is retiring after more than 15 years serving residents at the state level.
is an 8-year member of the Virginia House of Delegates.
is currently a member of the Arlington County school board.
is a current Alexandria City Council member. He also serves on the Virginia State Board of Education.
Read more about each candidate through the links below.
Adam Ebbin: | Additional Articles | Website | Facebook | Twitter
Libby Garvey: | Additional Articles | Website | Facebook | Twitter
Rob Krupicka: | Additional Articles | Website | Facebook | Twitter
Tim McGhee is the only Republican candidate running. He will not be on the primary ballot, but you can learn more about him through these links: Website | Facebook | Twitter
State Senate – 36th District
Jeffrey M. Frederick and Tito Munoz are facing off in a heated Republican race. The winner of Tuesday’s primary will face Democratic incumbent Toddy Puller, who has served in the Virginia State Senate since 2000. Puller was a state delegate from 1992 – 2000. Frederick was a member of the House of Delegates; Munoz is a business owner.
Jeffrey M. Frederick: | Website | Facebook
Tito Munoz: | Website | Facebook | Twitter
Fairfax County Sheriff
Two Republicans, “Wes” Kammerer and William Cooper, are facing off in the Aug. 23 primary. The winner will face current Sheriff Stan Barry in November.
William Cooper: | Website | Facebook
Harold “Wes” Kammerer: | Website | Facebook
NOVEMBER CANDIDATES
The following races will not appear on the Aug. 23 ballot since none are primary challenges, but these candidates will appear on the ballot in November.
We are providing this information ahead of the election in November and Patch will be covering these races as they heat up this fall. Learn more about each candidate through the links below. Articles, websites, and social media links are provided when available.
Though not listed below, Patch also will be covering the Fairfax County School Board elections.
House of Delegates – District 42
Dave Albo, the Republican incumbent, is facing a challenge from Jack Dobbyn. Albo has served in the House of Delegates since 1994.
House of Delegates – 44th District
Republican John Barsa and Independent candidate Joseph A. "Joe" Glean are challenging incumbent Democrat Scott Surovell.
John Barsa: Facebook
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chair
Incumbent Sharon Bulova is being challenged by one Republican (Michael “Spike” Williams) and two Independent candidates (Will Radle and Glenda Gail Parker).
Sharon Bulova: | Website | Facebook | Twitter
Spike Williams: | Website | Facebook
Will Radle:
Glenda Gail Parker: Website
Board of Supervisors – Mount Vernon District
Incumbent Democrat is running unopposed. He has served as Mount Vernon District supervisor since 2000. Website
Board of Supervisors – Lee District
Incumbent Democrat Jeff McKay is running opposed. He has served as Lee District supervisor since 2008.
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