D. Dwayne Tuggle

Candidate for Mayor of Amherst

No party listedIncumbent

Background

Occupation: Mayor of Amherst; retired Virginia State Police officer

Mayor of the Town of Amherst since his first election in November 2016, re-elected in 2018 and 2022. Retired in 2015 after 28 years with the Virginia State Police.

Report

Photo: Town of Amherst

Documented positions

Economy & jobs

Supports growing the town's tax base and new jobs.In office
Mayor
Government record · Town of Amherst · amherstva.gov
“He understands the importance of growing the Town’s tax base. His focus is on strengthening the economy to lead to the creation of new jobs”
Report

Environment & parks

Secured property for a future town recreational park.In office
Mayor
Government record · Town of Amherst · amherstva.gov
“Under his leadership, the Town acquired property for a future recreational park for family-related activities”
Report

All sources (3)

Candidate list, November 3, 2026 General Election: Amherst County (all offices)
Election filing · Virginia Department of Elections · elections.virginia.gov
Sample ballot, Precinct 203 (Town of Amherst), November 3, 2026 General and Special Elections
Election filing · Amherst County Electoral Board (posted by the Town of Amherst) · amherstva.gov
Mayor
Government record · Town of Amherst · amherstva.gov

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