W. Canova Peterson to seek reelection

Contributed Report

W. Canova Peterson has announced his candidacy for reelection to represent the Mechanicsville District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.

Twelve years ago I made the decision to give back to this community, which has treated me so well over the years. I did so by running as the Republican candidate to serve on the board of supervisors as the representative from the Mechanicsville District. That decision resulted in maybe the greatest honor I have ever received, that of being selected by my fellow citizens to fill that special role.

In January of 2012, when I took the oath of office in the Courthouse where Patrick Henry once stood, I could not imagine the journey upon which I was embarking. However, I jumped in with both feet and began working to accomplish the goals that I had set during my campaign.

It’s been over 11 years since that first day on the board and we have made great strides. In fact, Hanover County’s financial position is the strongest that it has been in over 30 years. The local economy has turned around and unemployment is the lowest it has been in recent memory. The reputation of Hanover schools continues to grow. Their facilities have been upgraded and the latest technological advancements are now being implemented into every school. Law enforcement and Fire/EMS services have been systematically enhanced. Board and planning commission meetings are now being live streamed into the homes of our citizens. The planned courthouse that was put on the shelf in 2006 was resurrected and completed. The long awaited Atlee Branch Library was built and is now operational. The consolidation of Henry Clay and Gandy Elementary schools is underway. We are about to begin construction of the new Fire Station 17, which is currently sharing space with Mechanicsville’s Station 7. The widening of Pole Green Road and the next phase of Mechanicsville Turnpike improvements are about to be underway. Hanover Dash is now operational and providing paratransit services to our elderly and disabled citizens.

I have been proud to be a part of these achievements; but, I also realize there are many more tasks to be accomplished.

With new elections coming up this year, I have had a number of constituents asking me if I would be willing to continue my service.

I held off on answering that question until now. I believe that the Christmas and New Year’s holidays were a time for family and reflection, not politics. I have allowed myself time to review the progress that has been made, and to consider the work that still needs to be done.

After discussing the options with my wife, Pat, and confirming her continuing support, we came to the realization that I still have a lot to bring to the table. Accordingly, I am humbly offering the citizens of Mechanicsville my continuing service as their representative on the board of supervisors.

Citizens and neighbors can feel free to contact me on my cell phone, (804) 338-1448, by email at cpeterson@canova. net or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook. com/canovapeterson/.

Our campaign web page was re-activated last week and we will be adding content throughout the campaign. Visit us at https://canovapeterson. com for more information.

Patrick Henry

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