Martin J. Misjuns
Candidate for Lynchburg City Council, At large
Background
- Occupation
- Lynchburg City Council member; small-business owner
- Campaign website
- misjuns.com
At-large Lynchburg City Council member since January 2023, a former Lynchburg Fire Department paramedic and fire captain, and a retired Coast Guard Reserve chief petty officer. Describes himself as a Republican; he sought the May 2026 Republican nomination on a slate with Veronica Bratton.
Photo: Campaign photo — misjuns.com
Documented positions
Taxes & budget
Supports lower taxes and limited government.
Report8 quotes on civility from 8 Lynchburg City Council candidatesNews coverage · Cardinal News · cardinalnews.org
“I’m a Republican. I believe in lower taxes, limited government. I believe in protecting and defending all of your rights”
Public safety
Supports stronger public safety and fiscal responsibility.
ReportMartin Misjuns for Lynchburg City CouncilCampaign website · Misjuns for Lynchburg · misjuns.com
“advocating for fiscal responsibility, stronger public safety, and putting Lynchburg families and taxpayers first.”
Housing
Supports lower taxes as a route to affordable housing.
Report8 quotes on civility from 8 Lynchburg City Council candidatesNews coverage · Cardinal News · cardinalnews.org
“lower taxes are also needed to improve access to affordable housing.”
Economy & jobs
Supports lowering taxes to attract new businesses.
Report8 quotes on civility from 8 Lynchburg City Council candidatesNews coverage · Cardinal News · cardinalnews.org
“He said the key to economic development is lowering taxes so businesses feel encouraged to set up shop”
Government & transparency
Opposes state mandates that limit individual freedoms.
ReportMeet the candidates seeking the Republican nomination for Lynchburg City CouncilNews coverage · WSET · wset.com
“Marty is also passionate about protecting citizens from state mandates that take away from a person's individual freedoms.”
Supports council members questioning city staff in public.
Report8 quotes on civility from 8 Lynchburg City Council candidatesNews coverage · Cardinal News · cardinalnews.org
“We get elected to ask tough questions on your behalf”
Other issues in this race
Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Martin J. Misjuns on them.
- EducationNo documented position found.
- Roads & infrastructureNo documented position found.
- Environment & parksNo documented position found.
- Health & human servicesNo documented position found.
All sources (5)
- Candidate list, November 3, 2026 General Election: City of Lynchburg (all offices)
Election filing · Virginia Department of Elections · elections.virginia.gov
- Sample ballot, November 3, 2026 General and Special Elections
Election filing · City of Lynchburg Electoral Board · lynchburgva.gov
- 8 quotes on civility from 8 Lynchburg City Council candidates
News coverage · Cardinal News · cardinalnews.org
- Meet the candidates seeking the Republican nomination for Lynchburg City Council
News coverage · WSET · wset.com
- Martin Misjuns for Lynchburg City Council
Campaign website · Misjuns for Lynchburg · misjuns.com
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