Matt Kelly for Fredericksburg, Virginia City Council


Matt Kelly

Ward 3

Fredericksburg, Virginia City Council


Matt Kelly

Ward 3

Fredericksburg, Virginia City Council


Matt Kelly

Ward 3

Fredericksburg, Virginia City Council

“Fredericksburg is a great city in which to live and raise a family.  But it is a city that faces many challenges in the future. If the City Council faces those challenges honestly, keeps the community informed of the pros and cons and long-term direction, makes the necessary strategic investments, and keeps the focus on Fredericksburg’s unique character, it will remain the city that attracted us all here in the first place.” – Matt Kelly

The issues

Transparency &
Open Government

Matt will continue doing what he has always done

Environmental

Protecting the Rappahannock River, establishing parks and open spaces, and planting trees are not only good for the environment they provide.

Transportation

We can continue to complain about the lack of state and federal support for transportation and watch as our roads become more...

Recreation

Fredericksburg was recently recognized as having the best quality of life for a city of our size in Virginia.

Housing

There should be housing opportunities for all income groups.

Education

All of our children should have the opportunity to achieve success in life no matter what course they choose.

Arts

Fredericksburg has a vibrant visual and performing arts community. It not only adds to our city’s quality of life but also can be a bigger part of the...

Infrastructure

Investment in public safety, water/sewer infrastructure and other services have not kept up with city growth.

Preservation

Historic Preservation is critical to the future well-being of Fredericksburg.