Candidate for New Kent Board of Supervisors-District 2: Kate Ferris

Experience: President of New Kent Chamber of Commerce, chairman of New Kent Wine Festival, member of New Kent Rotary Club, New Kent business citizen of the year recipient chosen by New Kent Chamber of Commerce.

Reason for running: “I am really involved in a lot of things in New Kent. I see the growth in the county, and we need to be proactive in steering that growth.”

Why people should vote for you: “I serve my community in a variety of ways. I am active, approachable, and I have a heart for service. I can think of no better way to serve the community than through this office.”