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Chesterfield County

In Chesterfield County, the conversation about ranked choice voting (RCV) is building up steam! Using RCV for local elections rewards candidates who are able to build consensus and allows voters to more fully express their preferences.

Ranked choice voting is a better way to run local elections. Let’s make sure your Board of Supervisors members know that Chesterfield voters want RCV!

Not sure who your supervisor is? Find out here.

Tell the Board of Supervisors that RCV:

  • Ensures that a winner has support from the majority of voters.

  • Promotes candidates who build consensus and diminishes negative campaigning.

  • Is very popular and easy-to-understand in cities and states that use it.

  • Has a proven track record of being beneficial to people of color and women seeking public office.

Locality Overview

Governing Body: Board of Supervisors

NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 5

Chesterfield County is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors elected by district. The Board of Supervisors appoints a county administrator who directs the county’s day-to-day operations.

Meet Your Supervisors