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Paul W. Bates
Candidate for County Commissioner (Culpeper County - Catalpa District)
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Biography
Paul W. Bates is an Independent politician serving as Chairman of the Culpeper County Board of Supervisors, representing the Catalpa District since January 2020. A USAF veteran, lifelong Culpeper resident, and a local business owner for over 30 years, he previously served on the county's Planning Commission.
Top Priorities
- Managing Culpeper County's explosive growth to preserve rural areas, open spaces, and incentivize farmland preservation.
- Improving and expanding county infrastructure and roads, including hard surfacing remaining gravel roads.
- Strengthening volunteer fire and EMS services, and addressing the need for affordable workforce housing.