About the City of Richmond's Office of Elections
The City of Richmond's Office of Elections administers voter registration and elections for the City of Richmond in accordance with Virginia law. The office works to ensure elections are conducted accurately, securely, and accessibly for all eligible voters.
Virginia is made up of independent cities and counties, each served by a General Registrar and a three-member Electoral Board. Together, these officials are responsible for voter registration and election administration at the local level. In Richmond, the General Registrar serves as the chief elections official and the primary point of contact for the public.
Our Mission
The Richmond Office of Elections exists to ensure that every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate in a fair, secure, and transparent election process. We are committed to providing clear, accurate, and accessible information so residents can engage in the democratic process with confidence.
Through collaboration, integrity, and innovation, we strengthen public trust and expand civic engagement across our city. Our work goes beyond administering elections — it is about empowering the people of Richmond to participate fully and to know that their vote truly counts.
The right to vote is a foundational principle of democracy. The Richmond Office of Elections supports this mission by:
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Conducting fair and impartial elections
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Certifying election results in a transparent manner
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Supporting the registration of eligible voters
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Promoting voter education throughout the City of Richmond
How Elections Are Managed in Richmond
Richmond is the fourth-largest city and the tenth-largest locality in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The city serves more than 160,000 registered voters, a number that continues to grow as Richmond’s population expands.
| Electoral Board | Office of Elections |
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| Provides oversight of elections | Administers elections day-to-day |
| Appoints the General Registrar/Director of Elections | Implements policies set by the State Board of Elections and the Electoral Board |
| Approves Election Officers (poll workers) | Supports voter registration and voter education |
| Provides policy guidance for election administration | Assists voters and election officers |
Electoral Board and Governance
The City of Richmond's Electoral Board is responsible for overseeing elections and providing guidance related to election administration.
Current members:
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Board Secretary: C. Starlet Stevens
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Board Chair: Bill Pantele
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Board Vice Chair: Joyce K. Smith
Office of the Registrar
David Levine | General Registrar
Tina Crump | Deputy Director of Elections
