Dumfries Councilman Derrick Wood, a small business owner and Marine Corps veteran, has announced his plans to run for Potomac Supervisor on the Prince William County Board of Supervisors this year.
A graduate of Stratford University, Wood works as a Community and Military Outreach Manager while running his own mobile catering business, BBQ in Motion.
During his time as Councilman, Wood has worked on education and workforce development with Prince William County Schools and Stratford University. He is also a Chairman of the Dumfries Parks and Recreation Commission.
In his campaign, he hopes to address the work he would do to improve conditions in the county, focusing on commuting, taxes and overcrowded classrooms.
“We have one of the worst commute times in the nation, real estate taxes account for over 80% of our counties revenue, and the school system is overcrowded. Prince William County’s population is estimated to increase of 1.1% year-over-year and we need the infrastructure to support these growing numbers. I am running for Supervisor because I have a vision on how to address the day-to-day needs of our community.” said Councilman Wood in a press release.
He lives in Prince William County with his wife and three children.
Wood will face off in a Primary Election later this year against fellow Democrat Andrea Bailey who is also seeking the Potomac District seat currently held by Maureen Caddigan.
