Hampton, Virginia · 2028 mayoral election
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Expected candidate — not yet officially filed
Mayor of Hampton
Gray is serving a mayoral term through December 31, 2028. His official city biography lists prior service as Hampton assistant city manager and fire chief.
Expected reelection candidacy reported by the site owner; official filing not yet published.
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Declared candidate — candidate-submitted
Chair-Elect, Hampton Board of Zoning Appeals
Toro has declared his intention to run for mayor. He says his priorities include ending Hampton’s personal property tax and pursuing a tougher approach to crime and public safety.
Candidacy, platform, and chair-elect designation supplied directly by Romeo Toro. Board appointment independently verified.
View supporting public record ↗Hampton City Council · 2026
This is a separate election from the 2028 Hampton mayoral race.
Candidate for Hampton City Council — 2026
Hampton Planning Commission · Hampton Neighborhood Commission
Griffith currently serves on the Hampton Planning Commission and Neighborhood Commission and is running for Hampton City Council in the November 2026 election. His campaign emphasizes public safety, affordability, neighborhood service, small businesses, and citizen-centered leadership.
Campaign status and photograph from Joe Griffith’s official campaign website. Current city appointments independently verified through Hampton public records.
Official city directory
Hampton’s current seven-member council, including its elected mayor and selected vice mayor.
Mayor
Serving as mayor for the 2025–2028 term after prior service as vice mayor. Gray is a retired Hampton assistant city manager and Hampton fire chief and holds a Master of Public Administration.
Official biography ↗Vice Mayor
A council member since 2018 and vice mayor. Brown’s professional and community experience includes ministry, health systems, housing, workforce development, and regional planning.
Official biography ↗Council member
Serving his first council term from 2025–2028. Bowman is a Hampton business owner with prior management experience at Walmart and Verizon and extensive civic affiliations.
Official biography ↗Council member
Serving her first council term from 2025–2028. Campbell is a real-estate investor and former engineering and software professional with a Virginia Tech degree.
Official biography ↗Council member
A NASA Langley leader and mathematician serving on council after an earlier appointed term. Her background includes aerospace strategy, research, education, and economic development.
Official biography ↗Council member
A lifelong Hampton resident serving a 2025–2028 council term. Harper’s public service includes neighborhood, housing, community action, youth, and regional municipal roles.
Official biography ↗Council member
A former Virginia delegate and longtime Hampton School Board member now serving on council. Mugler’s experience spans education, banking, public administration, and community organizations.
Official biography ↗Photos, titles, and biographical information sourced from the City of Hampton official council directory ↗.
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