Newport News City Council – South District
Newport News, VA
County
Nonpartisan
Current Incumbent
John R. Eley III
Nonpartisan
In office since January 2023
Next Election
Nov 3, 2026
Filing Window
Open NowJan 2, 2026 - Jun 16, 2026
Term Length
4 years
Salary
$25,000/ year
Number of Seats
1
About this position
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
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
2400 Washington Ave # 6, Newport News, VA 23607
Phone: 757-926-8683
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.