Antonio Merrick, an Army veteran, has announced his run as the Independent candidate for Woodbridge District Supervisor.
Supervisor Frank Principi is the incumbent, and will be seeking reelection as the Democratic candidate. Steve Chapman will be running as the Republican candidate in the three-way race.
After serving in the United States Army, Merrick worked as a veteranâs disability representative for the National Headquarters of the American Legion in Washington, D.C. He obtained his Masterâs from Central Michigan University in Administration Leadership.
In the community, Merrick has worked as a representative from the Virginia Employment Commission, a human resource task force member for the Northern Virginia Technology Council, secretary for the Prince William Veteranâs Council, Woodbridge vice chairman of the Prince William Republican Committee served as a member of the Woodbridge magisterial district and a member of the Prince William Committee of 100.
During his campaign, Merrick would like to address county spending practices, over development in Woodbridge, and public safety.
âI intimately relate to the current experiences, expectations and realties of all the residents of Woodbridge. If elected, I will bring new and fresh ideas that would greatly enhance the quality of life for all the residence. In addition, I am confident I could create consensus on the Board of Supervisors that will not only benefit the residence of Woodbridge, but benefit Prince William County as a whole,â said Merrick.
Merrick lives in Woodbridge with his wife and two daughters.
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