Anderson to run for Occoquan supervisor seat

Ruth Anderson, a retired Air Force veteran, and wife of Delegate Richard Anderson has announced her candidacy for the Republican nomination for the Occoquan Supervisor seat.

Supervisor Michael May, who will be running for Prince William Commonwealth Attorney this election cycle, has held the seat for several years.

Anderson has her Master’s degree in Nursing from the University of Kansas. During her 21-year career in the United States Air Force, she worked in emergency service and intensive care units, including command over medical units at the Hickam Air Force Base in Hawaii, according to a release.

Currently Anderson works as the director of the Virginia Supply Program of the Brother’s Brother Foundation, as well as serving as an active member in Lake Ridge Baptist Church.

Anderson has worked in outreach programs for the Prince William County school system and was an appointed member of the Prince William County Historical Commission.

During her candidacy, Anderson intends to speak about tax rates, education, and transportation, among several other countywide issues.

“As Occoquan District Supervisor, I’ll work hard to prioritize county spending on public safety, quality education, transportation infrastructure, and other core services. It’s important that we protect the taxpayers with commonsense solutions to the fiscal challenges facing our community. After a lifetime of military and public service, I’m ready to serve,” said Anderson in a release.

Anderson and her husband live in Woodbridge and have both children and grandchildren.

The Republican nomination for the Occoquan Supervisor race will take place on April 25.