Virginia Beach City Mayor

Virginia Beach, VA

County Nonpartisan

Current Incumbent

Robert "Bobby" M. Dyer

Independent

In office since January 2025

Next Election

Nov 7, 2028

Filing Window

Jan 3, 2028 - Jun 20, 2028

Term Length

4 years

Salary

$30,000/ year

Number of Seats

1

About this position

The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.

Eligibility requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be a resident of the district
  • A candidate must be qualified to vote for and hold the office sought, and be a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia for one year immediately preceding the election.

Filing information

Elections office

2449 Princess Anne Rd # 14, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Phone: 757-385-8683

Fee & signature requirements

Filing Fee: 2% of the minimum annual salary for the office sought in effect in the year in which the candidate files. Petition Signature Requirement: 125.

Filing instructions

Submit paperwork to the city registrar's office.

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