2020 Virginia Beach City Council election
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The 2020 elections for members of the Virginia Beach City Council were held on November 3, 2020. Five seats on the council, including the Mayor of Virginia Beach in the 2020 Virginia Beach mayoral election, were up for election in this cycle.[1] While officially nonpartisan, most of the candidates were affiliated with and endorsed by various political parties.[2]
Background[]
On January 9, 2020, hotel worker C. Conrad Schesventer II announced his campaign for the Virginia Beach City Council to represent the Rose Hall district.[3]
On May 1, 2020, sales representative Mike Anderson declared his candidacy for the Kempsville seat on the City Council.[4] On June 3, 2020, City Council member Michael Berlucchi announced that he would be running for re-election to keep his seat in the Rose Hall district.[5] A day later, retired businessman Garry Hubbard announced his candidacy for the Rose Hall district seat as well.[6] On June 10, 2020, healthcare network support consultant Brandon Hutchins announced that he would be running for the At-Large seat on the council.[7] Nine days later, former delegate from Virginia's 85th house district Cheryl Turpin announced that she would also be challenging council member Berlucchi for his seat in the Rose Hall district.[8]
On July 4, 2020, City Council member Sabrina Wooten announced her re-election campaign for her seat on the council representing the Centerville district.[9] Two days later, financial advisor Bill Dale declared his candidacy for the Kempsville seat on the council.[10] On July 9, 2020, Turpin announced that she was withdrawing from the race due to personal reasons specifically concerning her elderly mother. In a statement, she elaborated on her decision saying, "At this time I must intensify my advocacy on behalf of my mother, who is 87 years old and suffering from cognitive changes, as challenges attached to the current COVID-19 crisis increase."[11] A day later, City Council member Jessica Abbott announced that she would be running for her incumbent seat representing the Kempsville district.[12] Two days after that, funeral director Eric Wray II declared that he would be challenging Wooten for her seat on the council serving the Centerville district.[13]
On July 22, 2020, Lucia Owen, a candidate for an at-large seat on the Virginia Beach City Council, announced that she was withdrawing from the race due to family priorities. She said that she had recently been involved in a car accident and she was currently pregnant and concerned about going out campaigning during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.[14] That same day, longtime City Council member Rosemary Wilson announced that she would be running for a sixth term representing the at-large seat.[15]
On August 4, 2020, businesswoman Nadine Marie Paniccia announced that she too would be seeking to challenge council member Wilson for the at-large seat on the council.[16] On September 14, 2020, Anderson announced that he was withdrawing from the Kempsville election.[17]
On November 4, 2020, results confirmed that all five incumbents on the council, including Wilson, Wooten, Abbott, Berlucchi, and Dyer, had won re-election.[18]
Candidates[]
At-Large[]
Candidate | Experience | Logo | Campaign announced | Party (Officially nonpartisan) |
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Rosemary Wilson |
Virginia Beach City Council Member (2002–present) |
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July 22, 2020 | Republican | [1][15][19][20] | |
Brandon Hutchins |
Healthcare Network Support Consultant | ![]() |
June 10, 2020 | Democratic | [1][19][7][20] | |
Nadine Marie Paniccia |
Advertising Sales Executive | ![]() (Website[permanent dead link]) |
August 4, 2020 | Independent | [1][19][16][20] |
Withdrew before the election[]
Candidate | Experience | Logo | Campaign announced | Campaign suspended | Party (Officially nonpartisan) |
References | |
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Lucia Owen |
Digital Marketing Manager | ![]() (Website) |
Unknown | July 22, 2020 | Republican | [1][19] |
Centerville district[]
Candidate | Experience | Logo | Campaign announced | Party (Officially nonpartisan) |
References | |
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Sabrina Wooten |
Virginia Beach City Council Member (2019–present) |
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July 4, 2020 | Democratic | [1][19][9][20] | |
Eric Wray II |
Funeral Director | ![]() |
July 12, 2020 | Republican | [1][19][13][20] |
Kempsville district[]
Candidate | Experience | Logo | Campaign announced | Party (Officially nonpartisan) |
References | |
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Jessica Abbott |
Virginia Beach City Council Member (2017–present) |
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July 10, 2020 | Libertarian | [1][19][12][20] | |
Bill Dale |
Financial Advisor | ![]() (Website) |
July 6, 2020 | Democratic | [1][19][10][20] |
Withdrew before the election[]
Candidate | Experience | Logo | Campaign announced | Campaign suspended | Party (Officially nonpartisan) |
References | |
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Mike Anderson |
Architectural/Commercial Sales Representative for Brick Company | ![]() (Website[permanent dead link]) |
May 1, 2020 | September 14, 2020 | Republican | [1][4][17] |
Rose Hall district[]
Candidate | Experience | Logo | Campaign announced | Party (Officially nonpartisan) |
References | |
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Michael Berlucchi |
Virginia Beach City Council Member (2019–present) |
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June 3, 2020 | Republican | [1][19][5][20] | |
C. Conrad Schesventer II |
Front Desk Hotel Worker | ![]() (Website) |
January 9, 2020 | Democratic | [1][19][3][20] | |
Garry Hubbard |
Construction Contractor | ![]() |
June 4, 2020 | Democratic | [1][19][6][20] |
Withdrew before the election[]
Candidate | Experience | Logo | Campaign announced | Campaign suspended | Party (Officially nonpartisan) |
References | |
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Cheryl Turpin |
Delegate from Virginia House District 85 (2018–2020) |
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June 19, 2020 | July 9, 2020 | Democratic | [1][19][8][11] |
Endorsements[]
At Large[]
- State legislators
- Jen Kiggans, Virginia State Senator from District 7 (2020-present)[21]
- Organizations
- Hampton Roads Black Caucus[22]
- Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce[23]
- Hampton Roads Realtors Association[24]
- Republican Party of Virginia Beach[25]
- Virginia Beach Education Association - Political Action Committee of Educators (VBEA-PACE)[26]
- Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, Local 34[27]
- Virginia Beach Professional Firefighters Local 2924[28]
- U.S. Representatives
- State legislators
- Kelly Convirs-Fowler, Virginia Delegate from District 21 (2018-present)[30]
- Nancy Guy, Virginia Delegate from District 83 (2020-2022)[31]
- Alex Askew, Virginia Delegate from District 85 (2020-2022)[32]
- Local officials
- Aaron Rouse, Member of the Virginia Beach City Council, At Large (2019-present)[33]
- Guy Tower, Member of the Virginia Beach City Council, Beach District (2019-present)[34]
- Organizations
Centerville district[]
- Local officials
- Aaron Rouse, Member of the Virginia Beach City Council, At Large (2019-present)[39]
- Organizations
- African American Political Action Council (AA PAC)[37]
- Hampton Roads Black Caucus[22]
- Hampton Roads Realtors Association[24]
- Mid-Atlantic Pipe Trades Association, Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 110[35]
- Virginia Beach Democratic Committee[36]
- Virginia Beach Education Association - Political Action Committee of Educators (VBEA-PACE)[26]
- Virginia Beach Professional Firefighters Local 2924[28]
- State legislators
- Jen Kiggans, Virginia State Senator from District 7 (2020-present)[40]
- Barry Knight, Virginia Delegate from District 81 (2009-present)[41]
- Local officials
- John Moss, Member of Virginia Beach City Council, At Large (2011-present)[42]
- Ken Stolle, Sheriff of Virginia Beach (2010-present), Virginia State Senator from District 8 (1992-2010)[43]
- Organizations
Kempsville district[]
- State legislators
- Jen Kiggans, Virginia State Senator from District 7 (2020-present)[40]
- Glenn Davis, Virginia Delegate from District 84 (2014-present), Member of the Virginia Beach City Council, Rose Hall District (2009-2013)[46]
- Local officials
- Bobby Dyer, Mayor of Virginia Beach (2018-present)[46]
- John Moss, Member of Virginia Beach City Council, At Large (2011-present)[42]
- Organizations
- Organizations
- Hampton Roads Black Caucus[22]
- Virginia Beach Democratic Committee[36]
- Virginia Beach Education Association - Political Action Committee of Educators (VBEA-PACE)[26]
- Virginia Beach Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 8[47]
- Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, Local 34[27]
- Virginia Beach Professional Firefighters, Local 2924[28]
Rose Hall district[]
- State legislators
- Jen Kiggans, Virginia State Senator from District 7 (2020-present)[48]
- Barry Knight, Virginia Delegate from District 81 (2009-present)[49]
- Local officials
- John Moss, Member of Virginia Beach City Council, At Large (2011-present)[42]
- Ken Stolle, Sheriff of Virginia Beach (2010-present), Virginia State Senator from District 8 (1992-2010)[50]
- Colin Stolle, Commonwealth's Attorney for the City of Virginia Beach (2013-present)[51]
- Tina Sinnen, Clerk of the Virginia Beach Circuit Court (2019-present)[52]
- Individuals
- Beatriz Amberman, Chair of The Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations[53]
- Organizations
- African American Political Action Council (AA PAC)[37]
- Hampton Roads Black Caucus[22]
- Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce[23]
- Hampton Roads Realtors Association[24][54]
- Republican Party of Virginia Beach[25]
- Virginia Beach Education Association - Political Action Committee of Educators (VBEA-PACE)[26]
- Virginia Beach Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 8[55]
- Virginia Beach Hospitality PAC[56]
- Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, Local 34[27]
- Virginia Beach Professional Firefighters Local 2924[28]
- Organizations
- Virginia Beach Democratic Committee[36]
Results[]
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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nonpartisan | Rosemary A. Wilson | 108,723 | 53.89 | |
nonpartisan | Brandon C. Hutchins | 71,577 | 35.47 | |
nonpartisan | Nadine Marie Paniccia | 20,820 | 10.32 | |
Write-in | 649 | 0.32 | ||
Total votes | 201,769 | 100 |
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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nonpartisan | Sabrina D. Wooten | 102,645 | 44.90 | |
nonpartisan | Eric V. Wray, II | 84,098 | 54.81 | |
Write-in | 542 | 0.29 | ||
Total votes | 187,285 | 100 |
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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nonpartisan | Jessica P. Abbott | 116,971 | 62.38 | |
nonpartisan | William J. "Bill" Dale | 70,030 | 37.35 | |
Write-in | 498 | 0.27 | ||
Total votes | 187,499 | 100 |
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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nonpartisan | Michael F. Berlucchi | 106,091 | 57.53 | |
nonpartisan | C. Conrad Schesventer II | 50,986 | 27.65 | |
nonpartisan | Garry B. Hubbard | 26,578 | 14.41 | |
Write-in | 752 | 0.41 | ||
Total votes | 184,407 | 100 |
Notes[]
- ^ Including the Mayor of Virginia Beach's seat on the council which was determined in the 2020 Virginia Beach mayoral election.
References[]
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n Skelton, Alissa (July 5, 2020). "Meet the Virginia Beach City Council candidates on the November ballot". The Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved October 8, 2020.
- ^ "Our Campaigns - United States - Virginia - Counties - Virginia Beach - Virginia Beach City Council". Our Campaigns. Retrieved October 8, 2020.
- ^ a b Schesventer, Conrad (January 9, 2020). "Conrad Schesventer for Virginia Beach". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Anderson, Michael (May 1, 2020). "Today, I am officially starting my campaign for Virginia Beach City Council for the Kempsville seat. I was hoping to have the traditional kick-off party . But, since the Covid-19 virus closed the country down on March 26th, we have not been able to do anything normal with the day to day activities. Please visit my website to keep updated with the top issues that we all are concerned about. Please e-mail or send a message to ask or discuss any of your issues". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 17, 2020. Retrieved October 17, 2020.
- ^ a b Berlucchi, Michael (June 3, 2020). "I am excited to share with you that I am officially a candidate for re-election for a full, four-year term and I'm here to respectfully ask for your support. I love Virginia Beach and I know you do too. Let's work together to build a bright future for everyone! #OurFutureisNow". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Hubbard, Garry (June 4, 2020). "I am now officially on the ballot to run for City Council, Rose Hall district. I may not be the most popular candidate. But I can guarantee you that I will be the candidate that will work the hardest to represent you. i stand for bringing New high paying business to our city. A real mitigation on flood control and real progress for our city. I pledge to get our fiscal house in order and fight against any tax increase just to fill the city's coffers. I stand ready to listen to your voices and ideas. I humbly ask for your vote November 3, 2020". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Hutchins, Brandon (June 10, 2020). "If you want a better tomorrow then we have to vote for it. Be the change my friends. Victory is ours!". Instagram. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Turpin, Cheryl (June 19, 2020). "Cheryl Turpin for Virginia Beach". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Wooten, Sabrina (July 4, 2020). "Sabrina D Wooten Re-election Announcement". Twitter. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Dale, Bill (July 6, 2020). "Bill Dale for City Council". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Nolte, Jessica (July 9, 2020). "Cheryl Turpin no longer running for Virginia Beach City Council". The Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved October 13, 2020.
- ^ a b Abbott, Jessica (July 10, 2020). "Official Campaign Kickoff Announcement!". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Wray, Eric (July 12, 2020). "Eric Wray For Virginia Beach City Council". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ "Notebook: VB GOP vote for new chair needs do-over; Franklin on ballot for Kempsville SB; Owen bows out of at-large council race". The Princess Anne Independent News. August 1, 2020. Retrieved October 9, 2020.
- ^ a b Wilson, Rosemary (July 22, 2020). "I am running for re-election and ask for your support, here is my fundraising link if you would like to donate to my campaign. I'm very proud of our city with having great schools, low crime, and a AAA bond rating. We've been named the third best run city in the nation. Thanks for your consideration!". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Paniccia, Nadine (August 4, 2020). "Nadine Paniccia for Virginia Beach". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 14, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b Anderson, Michael (September 14, 2020). "I am withdrawing my candidacy from the 2020 City Council election. I want to thank the many people who supported me and I look forward to working together to elect a new City Council. I will be supporting Councilwoman Jessica Abbott in her re-election campaign. The strains of the COVID pandemic and the lock down has severely hampered fundraising, campaigning and interacting with the public that I believe are necessary in getting out the message. I stand with Councilwoman Jessica Abbott. Councilwoman Abbot and I share many of the same core values and we both strive to make Virginia Beach a thriving and safe city". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 17, 2020. Retrieved October 17, 2020.
- ^ Skelton, Alissa (November 4, 2020). "Virginia Beach mayor: Incumbents' victories are evidence of public's satisfaction with the council". The Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved November 27, 2020.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "The local candidates in Virginia Beach races; Burns stays on ballot after petition review". The Princess Anne Independent News. June 21, 2020. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Skelton, Alissa; Parker, Stacy (October 12, 2020). "Here's what you need to know about the 2020 Virginia Beach City Council races". The Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ Wilson, Rosemary (October 23, 2020). "I am pleased and grateful to have the endorsement of Senator Jen Kiggans for another term on Virginia Beach City Council. #jenkiggens". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "2020 Endorsements – Hampton Roads Black Caucus". Hampton Roads Black Caucus. October 16, 2020. Archived from the original on October 18, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ a b c Rice, Holly (October 6, 2020). "Hampton Roads Chamber | Means Business". Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. Archived from the original on October 23, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Hampton Roads Realtors Association - History of Endorsements - 2020 Endorsements". Hampton Roads Realtors Association. Archived from the original on November 2, 2020. Retrieved November 2, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Notebook: Virginia Beach GOP backs candidates in nonpartisan local races; Wagner has fundraising edge in mayor's race". The Princess Anne Independent News. September 30, 2020. Archived from the original on October 21, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "On October 8th @ 7:00 PM join VBEA PACE endorsed candidates for the Virginia Beach City Council Jody Wagner, Rosemary Wilson, Sabrina Wooten, Bill Dale, and Michael Berlucchi for a free virtual forum on public education". Twitter. September 23, 2020. Archived from the original on September 23, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, Local 34 2020 Endorsements". Facebook. October 2, 2020. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Notebook: The right (official) contacts for voting; online nonsense about the Postal Service; some endorsements". The Princess Anne Independent News. September 30, 2020. Archived from the original on October 23, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ Hutchins, Brian (September 8, 2020). "I am so thrilled to have the support and endorsement of our Congresswoman Elaine Luria for my Virginia Beach City Council At-Large race. As a fellow Navy veteran, I am honored!". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 24, 2020. Retrieved October 24, 2020.
- ^ Hutchins, Brandon (October 8, 2020). "Your support and endorsement is so appreciated Delegate Kelly Convirs-Fowler! I'm thankful to have the support of local, state, and federal leaders and look forward to working with you all! Virginia Beach deserves leaders that will cut through the division and focus on addressing the concerns of our residents. I hope to earn your support and vote on or before November 3rd! #B4VB". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
- ^ Hutchins, Brandon (October 6, 2020). "Thank you Delegate Nancy Guy for your support and endorsement! I look forward to working with you, and all of our Virginia Beach state and federal partners to bring positive results to our city! #B4VB". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
- ^ Hutchins, Brandon (September 23, 2020). "Thank you Delegate Alex Q. Askew for your support and endorsement in my City Council race! I look forward to effectively working with our state partners in Virginia Beach to overcome challenges and work towards the common good of our citizens. #B4VB #REIMAGINEVB". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
- ^ Rouse, Aaron (October 23, 2020). "Aaron Rouse Endorses Brandon Hutchins". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 24, 2020. Retrieved October 24, 2020.
- ^ Hutchins, Brandon (September 29, 2020). "Thank you, Councilman Guy Tower for your endorsement and support. I am looking forward to working with Councilman Tower, and all City Council members, to represent our great residents and move Virginia Beach forward. #B4VB". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
- ^ a b "Election Day is in less than 2 weeks and we wanted to introduce you to one last group of union-friendly candidates we are supporting for local office. In Virginia Beach we endorse". Facebook. October 23, 2020. Archived from the original on October 24, 2020. Retrieved October 24, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Congratulations to Virginia Beach City Council & School Board candidates who were formally selected for recommendation by our committee. #VBDemsUnited". Twitter. August 5, 2020. Archived from the original on August 5, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "The 2020 Endorsements from VB AA PAC". Facebook. October 19, 2020. Archived from the original on October 23, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ Paniccia, Nadine (October 21, 2020). "I thoroughly enjoyed time spent with the wonderful people of AAPAC a few weeks back and am honored to have their support. -Nadine #votenadinevb #NadineAVoiceforthePeople". Twitter. Archived from the original on October 23, 2020. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- ^ Rouse, Aaron (October 23, 2020). "Aaron Rouse Endorses Sabrina Wooten". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 24, 2020. Retrieved October 24, 2020.
- ^ a b Kiggans, Jen (October 23, 2020). "10/23/20 Facts from the Floor: Special Session Edition". Jen Kiggans for Virginia Senate. Archived from the original on October 30, 2020. Retrieved October 30, 2020.
- ^ "2020 Virginia Beach Elections: Questions for candidates for City Council, Centerville". Princess Anne Independent News. Retrieved 29 October 2020.
- ^ a b c Moss, John (September 23, 2020). "My picks for City Council Mayor: Bobby Dyer At-large: no recommendation at this time Centerville District: Eric Wray Kempsville District: Jessica Abbott Rose Hall: Michael Berlucchi I ask you to give them your strongest consideration for your vote during early voting, with mail-in ballots, or on Election Day. My endorsements are not predicated on these fine people always agreeing with me even on fundamental issues at times. My endorsements are based on the best of the choices before us and my one-on-one experiences with each of them. Very Respectfully, Your public servant Council Member John Moss". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 29, 2020. Retrieved October 29, 2020.
- ^ Wray, Eric (October 26, 2020). "What an honor it is, to be endorsed by Virginia Beach Sherriff Ken Stolle! I will always stand with every deputy. #togetherwewin". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 27, 2020. Retrieved October 27, 2020.
- ^ Wray, Eric (October 3, 2020). "I'm extremely honored to have just received the endorsement of the Virginia Beach Fraternal Order of Police #8. This collection of Sherriff's & Retired Officers know without question, that I will always have their backs. I am forever humbled and vow to serve you with distinction". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 27, 2020. Retrieved October 27, 2020.
- ^ Wray, Eric (October 27, 2020). "Virginia Citizens Defense League PAC Endorses Eric Wray". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 29, 2020. Retrieved October 29, 2020.
- ^ a b "2020 Virginia Beach Elections: Questions for candidates for City Council, Kempsville". The Princess Anne Independent News. October 12, 2020. Archived from the original on October 30, 2020. Retrieved October 30, 2020.
- ^ Dale, Bill (October 2, 2020). "Thank you Fraternal Order of Police Lodge#8 for your endorsement in my run for City Council. I will remember your support with gratitude and pledge my continuing support to you". Facebook. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
- ^ Berlucchi, Michael (October 13, 2020). "✅