Platform

Chesapeake needs a proven leader and my platform is built on three important tenets.

My commitment to progress is about moving Chesapeake forward through innovative solutions, responsive policies, and impactful action. My platform is designed to turn vision into reality, ensuring that Chesapeake not only grows but thrives. This is not about making promises; it's about delivering results. My drive for productivity will ensure that Chesapeake not only keeps up with the times but also sets the standard for innovation and progress in local government — A vote for Don Carey is a vote for a productive, action-driven approach that will lead Chesapeake into a prosperous future.

I believe that integrity in leadership is essential for effective governance and the well-being of our community. My commitment to ethical leadership will ensure that Chesapeake thrives as a city where trust, transparency, and accountability are at the forefront— A vote for Don Carey is a vote for trustworthy and principled leadership in Chesapeake. As your Mayor, I pledge to uphold the highest standards of integrity in every aspect of my administration.

DRIVEN BY

VISION

Visionary leadership is crucial for navigating the complex challenges of modern governance and ensuring a prosperous future. I believe that with a clear, actionable vision, Chesapeake can not only solve its immediate challenges but also set the stage for a thriving future. Leadership is about looking beyond the horizon and preparing Chesapeake for tomorrow's world. A vote for Don Carey is a vote for a visionary, strategic, and proactive approach to leadership that will steer Chesapeake toward a brighter future.

DEDICATED TO

INTEGRITY

COMMITTED TO

PROGRESS

Safety is a paramount concern for our citizens and our First Responders. We live in a changing world and need to make sure that our Firefighters, Police Officers, Sheriff's Deputies, and Dispatchers have the necessary resources to monitor and prepare for any threat that places our citizens at risk. In turn, we must strive to ensure that our Public Safety personnel receive our support to keep them safe in hostile environments and provide opportunities to build successful careers and retire healthy. I believe every citizen deserves to be safe in their neighborhood, whether they live in Campastella Square, Edinburgh, or Western Branch. As your Mayor, I will continue to ensure that public safety remains at the forefront of our city’s agenda.
As a dedicated member of the Chesapeake City Council, I am deeply committed to a Chesapeake where every family, regardless of income, can access affordable and attainable housing. In the heart of Hampton Roads, Chesapeake has unfortunately become the most expensive place to purchase or rent a home. This alarming trend not only poses challenges to our residents but also jeopardizes the diverse, vibrant community we hold dear. My vision is to lead initiatives that ensure all our citizens can live, thrive, and contribute to our city without the burden of high housing costs.
Our School System is vitally important to our future and is one of the primary reasons that businesses and families locate in Chesapeake. Our children are our greatest hope for the future, and we need to work in harmony with our School Board and State Representatives to provide the best education experience in a safe, secure, and modern environment. We must work together to provide adequate capital investments for improving our schools, securing their safety, providing adequate pay and benefits, and much-needed resources for building maintenance and school buses. These investments are vital if we are to sustain the excellence that defines Chesapeake Public Schools.
Chesapeake is the center of South Hampton Roads. It is vitally important for our future to support and attract the right mix of business, industry and balanced development that will bring opportunity, create jobs and build a sustainable tax base to maintain the quality of life we enjoy.
My vision is to build a robust, dynamic workforce that powers our city’s economy and secures a prosperous future for all. Having successfully introduced the Chesapeake Worlds of Work (WOW) program, I am deeply committed to expanding and enhancing our workforce development initiatives. This commitment stems from a belief that every resident of Chesapeake deserves access to the education and training that will prepare them for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
Investing in infrastructure in Chesapeake, VA, is not just about improving our present; it’s about paving the way for a brighter future. As we fortify our roads, bridges, and public services, we are also laying the groundwork for a flourishing community. Enhanced infrastructure leads to heightened safety, stimulates local business and attracts new opportunities. By committing to these crucial improvements today, we are ensuring that Chesapeake remains a vibrant, prosperous, and resilient community for generations to come. Let’s invest in our city’s backbone to ensure that our community stands strong, connected, and forward-moving.
We have a very large and dynamic City that requires an equally dynamic and innovative approach to plan for our future. The many variables and factors that affect Chesapeake requires that we work together to develop a forward thinking all-inclusive "whole of community" planning process that takes advantage of sound, smart growth planning principles while insuring a high degree of meaningful citizen input that considers all aspects of the community; its people, processes and resources. Bringing harmony to the development of our city and the collective will of our citizens can well achieve a balance to growth that will not only sustain us economically by creating economic opportunity and investment, but also enable us to preserve our open spaces and natural resources. Our citizens deserve and expect nothing less.