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Mayor, City of Richmond

Ed McDaniel

Candidate for Mayor, City of Richmond

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Background

Ed McDaniel served four years as a Richmond city commissioner and lost his seat in 2022.

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Documented positions

Roads & infrastructure

  • Proposes a 'Fix-It-First' plan for roads, drainage, utilities

    Ed McDaniel runs for Richmond mayor

    News coverage · Richmond Register · Feb 23, 2026 · richmondregister.com

    “I will implement a proactive 'Fix-It-First' initiative to modernize roads, drainage, and utilities”
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  • Proposes an infrastructure fund so developers contribute fairly

    Ed McDaniel runs for Richmond mayor

    News coverage · Richmond Register · Feb 23, 2026 · richmondregister.com

    “I will advocate for smarter zoning and a dedicated Infrastructure Fund to ensure developers contribute fairly.”
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Environment & parks

  • Supports expanding parks and helping local businesses grow

    Ed McDaniel runs for Richmond mayor

    News coverage · Richmond Register · Feb 23, 2026 · richmondregister.com

    “I want to expand parks, improve benefits for city workers, and develop strategies to help local businesses grow.”
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Government & transparency

  • Supports improving benefits for city employees

    Ed McDaniel runs for Richmond mayor

    News coverage · Richmond Register · Feb 23, 2026 · richmondregister.com

    “Improving city employee benefits will also help reduce turnover and keep services reliable.”
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Other issues in this race

Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Ed McDaniel on them.

  • Taxes & budgetNo documented position found.
  • Public safetyNo documented position found.

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Ed McDaniel for Mayor, City of Richmond, Kentucky · The Gist