David A. Hux is a candidate for Poquoson Mayor. His name will appear on the ballot on November 5, 2024.
Hux, who currently holds sits on Poquoson City Council, is running against Tanner R. Showalter for Poquoson Mayor.
The first day of in-person early voting at your local registrar’s office for this election is Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. Click here to see who is on your ballot.
10 On Your Side reached out to all of the candidates running in this race, with a request for a bio and a list of questions to answer. If you do not see the candidate listed with a profile, we did not receive one.
Biography:
Family:
- Wife of 36 years – Teresa Evans Hux (PHS class of 1985, retired high school teacher)
- Daughters – Stephanie Hux (PHS class of 2014) and Melanie Hux (PHS class of 2016)
- Parents – the late David and Barbara Hux
- Father and Mother In-law – the late Olen and Emily Evans
Education:
- Poquoson High School, Class of 1985 (also attended Poquoson Elementary and Middle Schools)
- Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School, Class of 1989
- Merchant Marine Master’s License with Towing Endorsement from United States Coast Guard – 1991
- Commercial Driver’s License with School Bus Endorsement from VDOT- 2022
Employment:
- Poquoson City Public Schools Bus Driver, 2022 – 2023
- Newport News Shipbuilding, 1985 – 2022 (retired)
- Sea-Tow Lower Chesapeake Bay (Part-time) 1992 and 1993
Belief System:
I was raised in a Christian home and embody traditional, conservative American values. I believe that our United States Constitution was developed with Divine Providence and support its original intent. I believe in the rule of law provided by our Constitutional Republic. By nature, I am a collaborator and consensus builder who emphasizes close, personal working relationships. Many of my relationships are several years and even decades old.
Church Affiliation:
Life-long Baptist. Married at Emmaus Baptist Church in Poquoson in 1988 and served as usher for 18 years. Currently attend Bethel Baptist Church.
Political Party Affiliation:
At the local government level in Poquoson, all council seats are officially “independent” and have no political party affiliation. If I was able to declare, I would be a conservative Republican.
Public Office:
- Poquoson City Council, Western Precinct, January 2017 – present
- Eastern Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority, 2019 – present (Secretary, 2022 – present)
- Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, 2017 – 2019
- Poquoson City School Board, 2011 – 2016, (Vice-Chairman, 2016)
- Poquoson School Safety Committee, 2018 (Chairman): established School Resource Officer Program
- Poquoson City School Board Liaison to Poquoson Education Foundation
- New Horizons Regional Education Center Board of Trustees, 2012 – 2016, (Vice-Chairman, 2016)
Community Service:
- Completed Basic Training for the Poquoson Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
- Past President of Poquoson Youth Football and Cheerleading Association
- Past Member of Board of Directors of Peninsula Youth Football Association
- Past Member of Poquoson High School Islander Marching Band Boosters
- Coached Youth Football and T-ball in Poquoson
- Charter Member of Poquoson History Museum
Fraternal Organization:
- Second Generation Freemason, member of the Masonic Fraternity, since 1989
Club Membership:
- Former Member of Lafayette Gun Club
- Long-time Member of the National Rifle Association
Why are you running for this office?
We are blessed to live in such a wonderful community as Poquoson that became the way it is by the grace of God and the work and sacrifice of countless Poquoson citizens and public servants to whom I owe a debt of gratitude. I feel an overwhelming sense of duty to do my best for others as others have done for me and to contribute to a prosperous future for our city.
What is your view on growth management in your community?
Maintain our city’s indefinite viability and sustainability through thoughtful, well-planned and managed growth and development to provide for investments in our school system, public safety and well-being, and city services to maintain a safe, pleasant, independent small-town community atmosphere. Our Comprehensive Development Plan provides guidance for growth and development and is based on input from a citizen’s survey.
What is your view on taking money from individuals who will likely have business before the municipality?
During my first two election campaigns in 2016 and 2020, I did not solicit or accept monetary donations. Likewise, during the 2024 election campaign, I will not solicit or accept monetary donations. I do not want any perception that I am beholden to anyone for money.
How will you still value constituents with whom you disagree with?
I appreciate and respect that each person is entitled to their own opinion and beliefs. I view disagreements and differences of opinion as learning opportunities and welcome advice and guidance from anyone willing to share theirs with me. Because I am a collaborator and consensus builder, it is not unusual for me to adjust my perspective after discussions with others.
