Responsible spending.
Responsible development.
Independent of special interests.
Phil is a Certified Planning Commissioner and ready to work for you – not special interests.
✓ Protecting neighborhoods from over-development
✓ Build the Iconic 12-Mile VB Trail #railstorails
✓ Reduce Taxes for Property Owners
✓ Address growing homelessness in the city
✓ Fiscal Conservative
✓ Grow the Economy and Create New Jobs
✓ Support First Responders and Educators
✓ Preserving single-family zoning for neighborhoods
A Track Record Serving Virginia Beach
Phil has been appointed by Virginia Beach City Council and the Circuit Court to the following boards and commissions:
✓ Real estate tax appeals board (BOE)
✓ Short Term Rental Task Force
✓ Parks & Recreation Commission
Want to talk to Phil?
Call him directly at 757-897-3538.
As a husband and father of four young children, Phil cares deeply about his community and is committed to keeping Virginia Beach the best place to live today — and in the future. Learn more about Phil’s experience here.
PRIORITIES
PUBLIC SAFETY
A safe community is the foundation to lasting success for Virginia Beach.
Phil supports our First Responders and will make it a priority to fully staff each department. Providing top-notch training, compensation, and resources for our Police, Fire, and EMS is of utmost importance. Phil also supports the hundreds of public safety volunteers we have.
EDUCATION
Phil supports Virginia Beach City Public Schools and will champion academic excellence for all ages.
As a parent, Phil knows first-hand how the quality and safety of Virginia Beach schools is vitally important to families considering whether to stay in or relocate to Virginia Beach.
School safety and cost-effective modernization is critical to the future of our schools.
JOBS/ECONOMY/TAXES
Virginia Beach must continue to attract businesses of all sizes. As a small business owner, Phil recognizes the importance of a business-friendly city. It provides residents access to quality services, creates jobs, and increases tax revenue for the city.
We must find ways to retain and attract the next generation of residents. Having plentiful, diverse job opportunities is paramount to making this happen.
ENVIRONMENT
Phil was appointed by the Virginia Beach City Council and serves as the Chair for the Parks and Recreation Commission as well as the Open Space Advisory Committee.
Environmental sustainability is critical to the well-being of Virginia Beach. Phil will ensure Virginia Beach keeps its promise to combat flooding by implementing the Flood Protection Program.
Phil is committed to protecting our natural resources, beaches, and waterways.
RAILS TO TRAILS
The people of Virginia Beach have spoken loudly and clearly — they want the Virginia Beach Bike Trail to be completed.
The VB Trail is a bicycle/pedestrian trail from Newtown Road to the Oceanfront, using a small portion of the former Norfolk Southern railroad.
This is a transformative project. It enhances the quality of life for Virginia Beach residents, increases tax revenue, and diversifies our tourism industry.